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This position is contingent upon contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Manage MTC Operations and Training on-site during standard operating hours. * Manage and supervise Contractor support ...

This position is contingent upon contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Manage MTC Operations and Training on-site during standard operating hours. * Manage and supervise Contractor support ...

Assistant Manager Position at Hog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q! Are you seeking a dynamic and fun working ... Do you want to be part of a team that takes pride in serving award-winning BBQ ? If you answered ...

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This position is contingent on contract award. How Role will make an impact: * Responsible for managing and scheduling all LVC-G activities for each MTC under MCTSP. * Key focus is on the ...

Video Teller Manager

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$20 - $27.25/hr

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Overview Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help ... Directs and leads Risk Management operations, systems, and processes and ensures the development ...

Risk Manager

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$38.39 - $57.58/hr

Overview Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help ... Directs and leads Risk Management operations, systems, and processes and ensures the development ...

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a ... Directs and leads Risk Management operations, systems, and processes and ensures the development ...

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What is an award manager?

Award Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing grants, contracts, or other types of awards within an organization, typically in academic, nonprofit, or research settings. They ensure compliance with funding agency requirements, manage budgets, and coordinate reporting and documentation. Award Managers work closely with principal investigators, finance teams, and sponsors to facilitate the successful administration of externally funded projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an award manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Award Manager, you need expertise in grant management, compliance, and budgeting, often supported by a degree in business administration, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with grant management systems (such as Salesforce or Fluxx), and knowledge of donor regulations and reporting requirements, is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help build successful partnerships and ensure accurate record-keeping. These competencies are essential for managing complex funding portfolios, maintaining compliance, and maximizing the impact of awarded resources.

How does an award manager typically collaborate with program teams and stakeholders throughout the grant lifecycle?

Award Managers play a crucial role in the coordination between program teams, finance, and external stakeholders during the entire grant lifecycle. They ensure that all compliance requirements are met, manage reporting deadlines, and facilitate clear communication between departments to address any grant-related issues. Regular meetings and status updates are common, allowing Award Managers to proactively resolve potential challenges and maintain alignment with donor expectations. This collaborative approach not only helps in smooth project implementation but also supports accountability and transparency across the organization.
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Grants Coordinator II - Pre - Award

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Kansas City, KS • On-site

$76K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Grants Coordinator II - Pre - Award
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Pay grade level: 14
Compensation: up to $76,693. Commensurate with education and experience.
Employee category: Full-Time Staff
Department: President's Office
Reports to: Executive Director of Foundation
FLSA status: Exempt
Job Code: TBD
Location: Primarily Main Campus, but any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator
SUMMARY
The Pre-Award Grants Coordinator works with and/or assists with all levels of grants procurement at the local, state, federal, and private levels. Primary responsibility to seek new grant opportunities beneficial to KCKCC which align with institutional mission and direction. Serves as a liaison with external organizations the College contracts with for grant pursuits and internal personnel serving as Principal Investigators on assigned grants, and their support personnel.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
  • Oversee, manage, and optimize all grant-seeking efforts (pre-award) and related reporting requirements. Recommend actions to enhance KCKCC grant-obtaining efforts.
  • Strengthen and enhance the grant procurement and administration process, overseeing grant fundraising, writing new applications with the support of subject-matter experts, preparing and assisting with preparing progress reports, ensuring compliance with grant regulations, reviewing grant proposals, managing grant databases, engaging with donor agencies, and educating staff on grant procurement policies.
  • Collaborate with designated Finance and Operations staff in the support of the grants office for all financial functions related to awarded grants, including budgets, subcontract documents, cost share, and other requirements.
  • Provide guidance to ensure that proper controls and best practices are followed in the Grants Office, and provide guidance as needed on the post-award grants process.
  • Collaborate with the Controller or designee to document payments and expenditures.
  • Research and pursue new grant funding opportunities to meet identified goals and needs.
  • Act as liaison between contracted external grant agencies and appropriate college personnel.
  • Provide a high level of customer service in answering questions and gathering information.
  • Develop and foster internal and external customer relations.
  • Other duties assigned by the Executive Director of the Foundation or the College President.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrated ability to review grant and external funding proposals, ensuring that completed proposals meet all internal and external requirements before submission.
  • Ability to collaborate with College departmental staff on the preparation of grant and contract proposals to be submitted to external sponsors.
  • Ability to efficiently complete administrative setup of grants and contracts in the financial system utilized by the College.
  • Knowledge of financial record-keeping procedures and financial integrity protocols.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities to prioritize, negotiate, and collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and quickly shift priorities as needed.
  • Ability to prioritize project deadlines in a self-directed environment.
  • Proven ability to manage sensitive and confidential issues, exercising independent judgment, discretion, and confidentiality as required.
  • Possess the ability to cooperate and contribute in a team environment, as well as successfully work individually with limited oversight.
  • Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and establish credibility with all levels of employees in the organization.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's or higher degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Two (2) years of successful experience in federal and/or state grant writing, grant management, and grant reporting.
  • Two (2) years of experience (can be concurrent) in handling various accounting tasks, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting/bookkeeping, and cash handling, and utilizing computerized accounting software, including Microsoft Office.
  • Two (2) years of experience generating reports and reconciling accounts.
  • Proficient in operating a 10-key with speed and accuracy, along with strong computer skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, Finance, or closely related field.
  • Two (2) years of administrative experience, specifically with career and technical education grant writing.
  • One (1) year of supervisory experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and occasionally push or lift items. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week. Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.
TO APPLY:
Visit www.kckcc.edu and click on CAREERS for a list of available positions.
  • Read the job announcement carefully noting the initial screening date, minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you complete/submit all the documents listed as required.
  • If the position lists a required transcript (during the application process) unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official transcripts.
  • Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred if you are stating that it is your highest level of education completed. If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection committee.
  • Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate level degree.
  • Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application.
  • Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required.
  • A college selection committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by the hiring manager.
  • Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.

***This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer