Lead Writer - Inst Advancement

Position Description

Responsible for writing grant/technical/proposals assigned by the Administration and Faculty. These proposals, requesting contributions, are submitted to individuals, corporations, foundations, and governmental entities. Responsibilities include assignments from, as well as, coordinating the efforts of faculty and staff to produce high-quality grant proposals.

Department

Development Lbk

Major/Essential Functions

• Lead the development and submission of major, principal, and transformational proposals by preparing and organizing application materials, coordinating required documentation, and managing the submission and tracking of grant applications.
• Conduct prospect research on new opportunities that align with TTUHSC's mission.
• Work across departments to collect and synthesize data. Ensure all grant reporting of data is accurate.
• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations and foundations' requirements for grants.
• Work closely with TTUHSC IA team members to respond to requests for special reports, collaterals, and non-grant materials for use to advance donor strategy.
• Review and submit proposals requiring charitable non-profit status routed for approval through TTUHSC's Office of Sponsored Programs under the Office of Research and Innovation.

Occasional Duties

• Contribute to the overall success of the University and External Relations Division by performing other duties as assigned.
• Travel as needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism or related field. Six years experience in proposal/technical writing. Education and experience can exchange on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of grant writing experience within a healthcare, academic medical center, higher education, research, or nonprofit environment.
• Experience managing multiple complex proposals with varying deadlines and requirements.
• Experience interpreting guidelines, funding opportunity announcements, and regulatory requirements.
• Master's degree in a related field
• Advanced knowledge of grant development and proposal strategy
• Advanced knowledge of project management, planning, and organizational skills.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.