Senior Grants Development and Implementation SpecialistNortheast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally
recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve
through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.
The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range
of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We
believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated
and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our
community.
You belong here. See why you will love working at NWTC.Department: Strategy & Innovation
Reports To:
Manager, Strategic Projects and Grants
Travel: Minimal
LOCATION: Green Bay
STANDARD HOURS: 40
hours per week. Typical hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Flexibility required to include other hours, as
necessary.
SALARY: $76,544.00 - $82,500.00 per year
*Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be
placed
within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.
POSITION
SUMMARYThe Senior Grants Development and Implementation Specialist is responsible for the development and execution of complex,
high-priority grant initiatives aligned with the College's strategic goals and priorities. This role serves as the primary lead for grant
proposal development, including research, concept development, writing, and submission of competitive federal, state, and private foundation
grants.
In addition to leading grant development, this position applies project management practices to guide cross-functional teams
through proposal development, supports early-stage implementation and coordination of awarded grants. Working under the direction of the
Manager of Strategic Projects and Grants, this role ensures that funding opportunities are translated into well-designed, fundable, and
executable projects.
This role also supports the coordination of the College's active grant portfolio by tracking proposal activity,
award status, implementation progress, and key deliverables to ensure visibility, organization, and effective execution across the grant
lifecycle. In doing so, the position strengthens the College's capacity to pursue and implement externally funded initiatives by combining
advanced grant writing expertise with structured project coordination. This role does not have supervisory responsibility and operates as a
senior individual contributor supporting execution and coordination of grant-related work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSGrant
Development and Writing- Lead development of complex, collaborative grant proposals involving external partners and federal,
state, and private funding sources.
- Serve as the primary writer for assigned proposals, synthesizing complex data, program
design, and stakeholder input into clear, compelling, and competitive narratives and supporting visuals.
- Lead the writing,
coordination, and submission of complete grant proposals including all narrative and supporting components (e.g., need statement, goals,
activities, timelines, evaluation frameworks) to ensure alignment with federal, state, and national funder requirements and
budgets.
- Lead or support the development, writing, and submission of major recurring institutional grants (e.g., Perkins),
ensuring alignment with state requirements, institutional priorities, and funding guidelines.
- Collaborate with finance and
internal partners to develop accurate, feasible, and compliant grant budgets.
- Draft and secure letters of commitment and
other resource agreements from external partners.
- Interpret grant requirements and guidelines to inform strategy and
positioning.
- Conduct funding research and opportunity analysis to identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities
aligned with institutional strategy and priorities.
Project Development and Pre-Award Coordination- Apply project
management practices to structure and guide the grant development process, including detailed timelines, roles, and deliverables.
- Facilitate early-stage concept development with faculty, staff, and leaders to translate ideas into fundable and implementable
project designs.
- Coordinate cross-functional proposal teams to execute proposal development and submission.
- Monitor progress and follow up with contributors to ensure timelines and quality standards are met.
- Collaborate
with Institutional Research, evaluators (as appropriate), and partners to develop evaluation frameworks, logic models, and performance
measures.
- Ensure proposed projects are realistic, implementable, and aligned with institutional capacity and
priorities.
- Demonstrate proactive ownership of the grant development process, independently solving problems and adapting
strategies as needed to maintain quality and timelines.
Post-Award and Implementation- Support the transition from
proposal to implementation by establishing project scope, timelines, deliverables, success measures, and reporting expectations.
- Ensure continuity between proposal commitments and project execution by translating approved grant activities into actionable
project plans.
- Collaborate with project leads, finance, and internal and external partners (e.g., funding agencies, WTCS
system office) to clarify requirements and support implementation.
- Monitor implementation of assigned grants to ensure
alignment with approved scope, budget, and intended outcomes.
- Assist with coordination of reporting, data collection, and
documentation in partnership with project teams and stakeholders.
- Identify project-level risks, challenges, or
misalignment and escalate as appropriate to support timely resolution.
- Support coordination of implementation activities
across project teams to maintain alignment with grant objectives and timelines.
- Use project management tools and practices
to track progress, timelines, and reporting requirements for assigned grants and support coordinated execution.
Grant Portfolio
Coordination and Tracking- Maintain and support a centralized view of the College's grant portfolio, including tracking proposals
in development, submissions, awards, and active grants.
- Track key milestones, deadlines, and deliverables across the grant
portfolio to provide a consolidated view of progress for leadership.
- Coordinate with project leads, finance, and other
stakeholders to maintain visibility into grant status, reporting requirements, and implementation progress across the portfolio.
- Support the development of internal reports, dashboards, or summaries that provide leadership with insight into grant activity,
funding outcomes, and project performance.
- Identify cross-project risks, delays, or capacity constraints across the
portfolio and elevate trends or systemic issues as appropriate.
- Collaborate with the Manager of Strategic Projects and
Grants to support portfolio-level prioritization, sequencing, and coordination of grant-related work.
Collaboration, Capacity
Building, and Institutional Engagement- Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external
partners (e.g., funding agencies, government entities, private organizations, and professional associations) in coordination with
leadership.
- Contribute to process enhancements that strengthen grant development, project coordination, and implementation
practices.
- Stay current on emerging grant trends, funder priorities, and regulatory changes to inform proposal development
and strengthen competitiveness.
- Participate in institutional committees, cross-functional initiatives, and professional
networks related to grants and project management.
- Engage with external organizations, including WTCS system groups and
funding-related networks, to support alignment with funding priorities and best practices.
- Perform other duties as
assigned in support of strategic initiatives and resource development efforts.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONSMinimum
QualificationsEducation- Bachelor's degree in a related field
Experience- Minimum of five
years of successful grant writing experience in an educational or nonprofit setting and proven ability to secure government and private
funding
Computer Skills- Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook; internet browsers and data management
software.
**An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Other
Requirements- Experience coordinating complex, cross-functional projects or initiatives
- Strong project management skills,
including the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders - Experience tracking and managing multiple projects
or initiatives simultaneously with strong attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
skills
- Ability to work independently while coordinating with multiple stakeholders in a complex organizational
environment
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with federal or large-scale grant proposals (e.g., Title
III, Perkins, etc.)
- Experience supporting or coordinating grant portfolio tracking, reporting, or dashboarding
- Experience working with post-award processes, reporting requirements, or compliance coordination
- Familiarity with
WTCS funding structures and processes
- Experience in higher education, workforce development, or public sector
environments
- Experience working with data, evaluation frameworks, or institutional research
function
Competency Statement(s) Our college values and competencies shape how we work and support students every
day. All employees are expected to demonstrate our core competencies. Learn more
here.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described below represent the
general requirements necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable
accommodation.
- Workstation Activities: Ability to work at a computer, facilitate and/or demonstrate instructional activities,
and attend meetings for extended periods. - Mobility: Ability to navigate throughout campus locations, classrooms, offices,
meeting spaces, and events as needed. - Manual Dexterity: Ability to operate office equipment, instructional technology, tools,
or controls required for the position. - Communication: Ability to effectively access, interpret, and exchange information with
students, employees, and community members. - Light Material Handling: Ability to transport or move instructional materials,
supplies, or equipment required for the position, with or without assistance or adaptive equipment, if applicable.
Reasonable
Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We strive
to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations
during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at
talentandculture@nwtc.edu or
920-498-6286.
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this
position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout
the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.
NWTC does not discriminate on the basis
of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College's nondiscrimination policies
may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or
nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu.
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