Identifies, defines and develops funding sources to support existing and planned program activities. Leads the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agencies related to sustainability-related project and programs. Grant management of federal funding as needed.

This position will interact on a regular basis: unit leadership, office of sponsored programs

This position typically will advise and counsel: unit leadership, unit staff

This position may supervise lower level grants admin or administrative staff

Job Duty 1 -
Generates high-quality institutional proposals, narratives, applications, and supporting documents in response to solicitations consistent with all policies and procedures of the Institute, and the requirements and guidelines of the funding agencies

Job Duty 2 -
Responsible for the preparation of proposals and grant applications

Job Duty 3 -
Responsible for professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing, and responding to federal grant opportunities in support of assigned unit

Job Duty 4 -
Researches and identifies new government, corporate, and private funding prospects to match Institute and unit priorities

Job Duty 5 -
Meets regularly and works with appropriate research faculty to research, develop, write, and discuss current and new funding related to the area of expertise and research field

Job Duty 6 -
Serves as a primary liaison to all funding agencies and organizations concerning assigned unit awards and grants

Job Duty 7 -
Coordinates and track the progress of submitted proposals, by actively maintaining grant schedules and tracking grant progress

Job Duty 8 -
Coordinates with Sponsored Programs Administration to create expenditure and income budgets to accompany proposals

Job Duty 9 -
Remains up to date on current issues relative to grant proposals

Job Duty 10 -
Perform other related duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience
Three to four years of job-related experience

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one-time meeting assigned deadlines.

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of grant application process, scoring criteria, and funding cycles
Proficiency in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills.

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)

Highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills strong customer service skills, and phone and e-mail etiquette

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This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Job Grade: A9

Pay Range Starting At: $60,846.00

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening