Associate Director, Grants Office

Position Information

Title
Associate Director, Grants Office

Department
Grants Office

Regular or Temporary
Regular

Hours Per Week
40

FLSA Determination
Exempt

Weeks Per Year

52

Open Date
10/05/2022

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Position Summary

Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing 41 states and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus. Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

As a member of the Grants Office, the Associate Director works closely with the Senior Director, the grants team, college administration, and faculty to secure external support for faculty research, programs, and institutional priorities. The Associate Director is responsible for pre and post award grants administration for an assigned portfolio that may include government, foundation, and corporate funders.

Primary responsibilities:

• Identify and disseminate funding opportunities and provide individualized support to faculty and staff who are seeking funding for research, program, or performance projects.
• Analyze and interpret proposal guidelines, policies, and contracts. Communicate guidelines to faculty and staff directly and by contributing to the Grants Office newsletter.
• Prepare and/or review proposal budgets. Ensure that all proposal and budget submissions comply with college policies and federal, state, and funder guidelines.
• Upon request, review and edit grant proposals.
• Maintain effective communication with academic and administrative departments, particularly the Office of the Dean of the Faculty and Finance, as well as with special faculty committees and working groups, and non-departmental centers of faculty scholarship and research.
• Ensure institutional approval prior to proposal submission.
• Research funding opportunities, draft proposals, budgets, letters of inquiry, and acknowledgement letters for corporate and foundation grants in collaboration with the Senior Director.
• Develop and maintain current knowledge of college programs, strengths, and strategic priorities.
• Participate in professional development and networking opportunities to stay up to date on best practices in sponsored research and grant administration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of experience in higher education, grant writing and administration, program design and evaluation, or a comparable area required; 3-5 years of experience is preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on a team.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and/or deadlines.
• Highly organized and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and ability to successfully use electronic grant portals and/or online databases.
• Highly motivated to learn and grow professionally, individually, and as a member of the Grants Office.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must apply online by submitting their resume and cover letter as well as list 3 references.

Trinity College requires proof of COVID19 vaccination and booster or an approved exemption prior to beginning employment.

Quick Link
https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/2783

Trinity College is an independent, nonsectarian liberal arts college for men and women, with approximately 2,200 undergraduate students and 200 faculty members, located in Hartford, Connecticut. Our Mission is “Engage. Connect. Transform.” As the preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. Trinity is an actively engaged community of students, faculty and staff who work together to develop and sustain the intellectual and creative opportunities central to a first-class liberal arts education. Hartford, the state capital, provides many opportunities for cultural and social engagement.

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

For all faculty positions, completion of the Ph.D. or appropriate equivalent is expected. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research. Trinity is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.