Grant & Contract Liaison- Oriskany, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

33d•$62,353 - $64,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Grant Writer will assist Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County in researching and identifying sources of funding that align with our mission and support existing and planned programming. This position will lead the development, writing and submission of grant proposals to foundations, funding agencies (ie: Federal and State government) and philanthropic organizations. The Grant Writer is responsible for coordinating and managing the grant process from proposal development through submission and award. The Grant Writer should be capable of working independently, but also as part of a team, with the ability to manage timelines and day-to-day processes for the successful administration and delivery of grants. The individual will work closely with Association leadership and, when appropriate, entities on campus and in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree plus two years transferable program/functional experience.
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Proficiency in Adobe (Acrobat Professional, Photoshop), familiarity with multiple online grant submission systems (Grants Gateway, Grants.gov, etc.) and reporting portals, or the ability to learn.
Proficiency or ability to learn and effectively use software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member working with staff.
Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
Ability to meet acceptable background check standards.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects while being detail oriented, efficient, and flexible to meet deadlines.
Excellent research, writing, and editing skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Ability to work well as a team and independently

Nice To Haves

Graduate or professional degree in Public Administration, Law, Non-Profit Management, or Social Sciences with an emphasis in grants management, non-profit funding, research development, and/or contract administration.
Three to five years of grant experience, with at least one year spent in grant writing, proposal reviews, grants management, and actual contract execution.
An interest in working in a service-oriented environment.
Experience working in a high-volume office in which there are multiple deadlines.
Familiarity working within a university, academic or higher education system; specifically understanding the role of the Institutional Review Board (IRB).

Responsibilities

Provide input to plan the accomplishment of program area goals.
In conjunction with the Executive Director, Program Leaders and the Program Committee, identify and research potential funding sources that align with CCE Oneida County’s Plan of Work and program area goals and direction.
Work closely with Association leadership and, when appropriate, Cornell University faculty to identify and research potential funding sources that align with CCE Oneida County program goals and direction.
Provide input into the identification of program direction based on community and emerging needs.
Provide input into the development of funded programs as required to meet guidelines and regulations for grant compliance.
Plan effective strategic funding efforts.
Work with Association Finance Manager, program area leadership and Association Executive Director to develop budgets for grant proposals.
Provide administrative leadership in financial planning for grants and contracts.
Provide input and perform administrative tasks related to the planning of communications and marketing efforts for funded grants and contracts.
Assist in the creation of innovative marketing strategies utilizing traditional methods, social media and emerging technological strategies.
Identify grant proposals that support existing and planned program areas of the Association overall.
May provide general administrative management support to the overall Association.
May provide administrative management to Association departments to support the goals and objectives of grants and contracts subsequent to successful award and until completion of individual grants and contracts.
Assist in solving problems and resolving issues that arise in operation of the unit using appropriate policies and procedures.
Research and prepare grant proposals that support existing and planned program areas of the Association.
Provide or assist with the administrative management of educational goals established within the completed grant application and subsequent awarded contract.
Support the management of funded programs as required to meet guidelines and regulations for grant completion.
Assist in the communication and marketing efforts of CCE Oneida program areas to promote the objectives of grants and contracts subsequent to the successful project award.
Assist in managing and monitoring grants to ensure regulatory and deadline compliance including project closeout.
Manage all aspects of the grant process.
Provide complex fiscal management of grant and contract funding.
Coordinate complex tasks related to the grant and contract needs.
Maintain a database and/or spreadsheet of all grant activities, including potential funding opportunities, submission deadlines, proposals submitted, grants awarded, and funds received.
Maintain a timeline to monitor progress of grants including assignment of tasks and deadlines.
Coordinate the development, writing and submission of grant proposals.
Coordinate and administer grants from proposal development and submission through award and closeout.
Complete routine tasks related to grant and contract needs.
Provide highly complex administrative support to accomplish the financial goals of funded grants and contracts.
Provide assistance in the implementation of communications and marketing plans related to grants and contracts.
Assist in the preparation of financial reports for funding agencies.
Write reports to government entities, foundations and other funders.
Act as a communications liaison with staff, municipalities, and Cornell University.
Attend and serve as an active participant in community meetings as needed.
In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.
Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required.
Pursue personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating to the position.
Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.