Director of Corporate, Foundations and Governme...

Fitchburg State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Fitchburg, MASSACHUSETTS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 22 Mar 2024

About Fitchburg State University:

Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 7,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals.

Institutional Diversity and Social Justice

Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.  


Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Director of Corporate, Foundations and Government Grant Relations serves as the primary grant writer/administrator for the University. Responsibilities include working with faculty and staff to develop a wide range of grants for submission to federal and state agencies as well as private corporations and foundations with an emphasis on higher education, academic support and scholarship.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serves as Director of the Grant Center, managing staff and responsibilities for all grant development, submission, compliance, stewardship and reporting.
  • Reviews and approves grant expenditures, creates grant fund deposits, and coordinates with financial services regarding expenditures, compliance and reporting.
  • Serve as principal writer and researcher for grant proposals to federal and state agencies as well as corporations and foundations.
  • Leads grant project management ensuring that all aspects of pre-and post-award management are complete and compliant with associated guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Coordinates university-wide grant submission program.
  • Develops annual plan for grant proposals.
  • Assists faculty and staff with the grant development process.
  • Develops relationships with program managers and corporate partners as related to grant making opportunities.
  • Creates, researches and maintains database of grant opportunities and funders.
  • Facilitates the Corporate and Community Engagement Workgroup to create and support an integrated corporate and community relations strategy that aligns with the university's mission and priorities.
  • Assist in the implementation and subsequent use of the Banner Grant Module for grants management and reporting.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Institutional Advancement.


    • Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree required, masters preferred.
  • Seven years of grant writing experience.
  • Knowledge of federal, state and private grant programs including regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Ability to coordinate multifaceted grant submissions, conduct research, manage grant teams and contribute to a cooperative work environment.
  • Outstanding writing, editing and presentation skills.
  • Must be creative, team-orientated and constituent-focused.
  • Must be able to travel and work nights/weekends as required.
  • Must have the ability to set priorities and manage several projects at once with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in higher education in an advancement setting is preferred.
  • Ability to perform above duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI check)  a SORI and a background check satisfactory to the university.


    • Additional Information:

    This is a full-time, benefited, exempt, professional APA position. The annual salary range for this position is $92K - $97,500. Review of candidate materials begins March 11, 2024

    Fitchburg State University offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

    • a choice of 9 different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options
    • a choice of pension or 401(a), and supplemental plan retirement options
    • life insurance up to 8x the annual salary
    • long-term disability coverage
    • dental insurance
    • 20 vacation days accrued per year 
    • 15 sick days accrued per year 
    • 5 personal days per year 
    • paid holidays 
    • tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependent children
    • and more...

    We are an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. 

    Here at Fitchburg State University it is strongly recommended that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment.  


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