Outreach Specialist - CHHS (Search Extended)
- Employer
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Location
- Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Nov 11, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Community Relations & Institutional Outreach, Grants & Contracts, Executive, Executive Directors
- Employment Level
- Mid-Level
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Job Number: P1083
Work Type: Administrative
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Research and Sponsored Programs
Job Title
Outreach Specialist - CHHS (Search Extended)
Department
Research and Sponsored Programs
Salary
$46,448 - $57,520; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
Provide direct support to CHHS leadership to identify, apply for, and manage pre- award tasks related to external grants and contracts for CHHS. Identify potential funding opportunities with federal, state, and private funders and present to CHHS Director. Work with Director to develop proposals based on identified funding areas, opportunities, or project visions identified and/or prioritized by the Director that reflect the CHHS mission and vision. Develop and execute task lists approved by the CHHS Director for a successful application with a proposal that is complete, competitive, and in compliance with university requirements.. Work collaboratively with Office of Research and Sponsored Programs which will submit the proposal, following ORSP procedures and policies. Provide updates to Director on progress of each proposal and request information needed to complete all proposal components including the budget and all required supplemental materials. Develop electronic file management system for each proposal. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Education
Master's Degree with 1 year of experience (see below) or Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of progressively responsible experience (see below).
Required Related Experience
Master’s Degree: 1 year of experience in grant writing, research administration, development, public relations, customer service/support, or other related field.
Bachelor’s Degree: 4 years of progressively responsible experience in grant writing, research administration, development, public relations, customer service/support, or other related field.
Desirable Related Experience
Prior experience in higher education administration preferred.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter & Resume Required
MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
Application Review Date: January 21, 2025
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With an enrollment of 20,000 students, MTSU is the top producer of graduates for the Greater Nashville area, has been identified by the Princeton Review as one of the Best 385 Colleges in the U.S. for five consecutive years, and is also the top destination for transfer students in Tennessee. MTSU embraces its roles as a major comprehensive university and as the destination of choice for Tennessee undergraduates while expanding its reach nationally and internationally through signature programs and select master's, specialist, and doctoral programs. MTSU students, faculty, and staff generate, preserve, and disseminate knowledge and innovation and collaboratively promote excellence through teaching and learning, research, creative activity, and public engagement. MTSU holds the Carnegie Doctoral University: High Research Activity and Community Engagement classifications.
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty and administrators who value working with diverse students.
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