Project Director - Developing Rural Educators Grant

AIRUM; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Adams State University in Alamosa, CO seeks a visionary Grant Project Director to lead the Developing Rural Educators Grant, advancing student success and regional partnerships.

The role oversees operations, compliance, budgeting, and reporting, while building collaborations with district and community partners across the Rocky Mountain region. Master’s degree is required; a doctoral degree is preferred. Salary $52,200–$62,600 with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; doctoral degree preferred.
• Proven grant management experience.
• Regional leadership with school districts and partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; public speaking experience.
• Experience in postsecondary education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program operations, grant compliance, and reporting.
• Manage budget and fiscal reporting.
• Foster partnerships across campus and regional communities.
• Track performance metrics and outcomes.

Skills

Grant management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Budgeting

Public speaking

Report writing

Education

Master’s degree

Doctoral degree preferred

Job description

Project Director - Developing Rural Educators Grant# ASU Careers## Project Director - Developing Rural Educators GrantApply: Alamosa, Colorado: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R573**Position Summary:**# Shape the Future as Adams State University’s Next Developing Rural Educators Grant Project Director! Adams State University invites visionary, equity-minded leaders to serve as our next Grant Project Director. As a vital Grant Project Director, you will spearhead high-impact initiatives, champion student success, and foster community connections across the Rocky Mountain region. ## **What You Will Do** * **Drive Strategic Initiatives:** As Grant Project Director, you will lead overall program operations, grant compliance, fiscal management, and reporting to ensure key departmental goals are met.* **Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration:** The Grant Project Director builds collaborative partnerships across campus departments and regional communities to maximize grant outreach and institutional impact.* **Evaluate & Elevate Success:** Serving as Grant Project Director, you will track performance metrics, optimize program activities, and advance institutional commitments to all people, places, and perspectives. ## **What You Bring*** **Education & Credentials:** Master’s degree required; terminal doctoral degree strongly preferred.* **Grant & Program Management:** Proven track record in grant project leadership, budget oversight, and compliance, with federal grant management experience strongly preferred.* **Regional Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:** Experience leading regional initiatives with a demonstrated ability to cultivate strong relationships, trust, and buy-in across regional school districts and community partners.* **Communication & Public Relations:** Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with extensive experience in public speaking and designing strategic communication materials for diverse audiences.* **Project Execution & Adaptability:** Superior organizational and prioritization skills to manage and oversee multiple complex initiatives simultaneously; high adaptability and flexibility in dynamic environments.* **Mission & Educational Impact:** Deep commitment to closing opportunity gaps and expanding college access pathways, particularly within rural K-12 education, first-generation student empowerment, and educator recruitment and retention. Experience within postsecondary preferred. ## **Why You’ll Love Working Here*** **Campus & Location:** Nestled in Colorado’s scenic San Luis Valley, Adams State offers unmatched outdoor access, vibrant regional culture, and a close-knit campus community environment.* **Compensation & Perks:** Salary range is **$52,200–62,600**. As Grant Project Director, you will receive a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information, please visit our Human Resources Benefits Page.* **Inclusive Excellence:** As Grant Project Director, you will embody our mission of equity, belonging, and community enrichment. ## **Ready to Join Us?**Are you ready to make a lasting regional impact as our Grant Project Director? Adams State University actively encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply for the Grant Project Director position. To ensure full consideration, please submit a completed application including:* **Cover letter*** **Resume*** **3 Professional References**Application Priority Date: 11/16/2026Questions? Contact Curtis Garcia at [e-mail].