Director of Programs & Grants

Dallas College

22h•$92,700•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Programs & Grants serves as a strategic leader within the Strategic Initiatives & Operations team, responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating Foundation-funded programs in alignment with Dallas College institutional priorities. This role leads cross-functional collaboration with College stakeholders, oversees program outcomes and continuous improvement efforts, and manages post-award grant processes to ensure compliance, impact measurement, and donor alignment. The Director also plays a key role in Foundation campaign strategy by identifying programmatic opportunities, developing investment cases, and ensuring program readiness for philanthropic support.

Requirements

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong program design and evaluation skills.
Ability to collaborate with diverse internal and external partners.
Skilled in grant compliance, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management abilities.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and complex workflows.
Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of related experience, including program oversight, grant management, or collaborative institutional initiatives.
Experience working in cross-functional program development or grant-funded environments.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel.
Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience in higher education or philanthropy.
Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Lead Foundation program development in partnership with Dallas College divisions, Schools of Instruction, student success teams, and administrative units.
Serve as the primary manager of program outcomes, establishing metrics, tracking performance, and developing reports for Foundation leadership, donors, and College partners.
Oversee post-award grant management, ensuring compliance, spending alignment, reporting accuracy, and stakeholder coordination.
Collaborate with the Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives & Operations to identify institutional needs and translate them into programmatic investment opportunities.
Partner with development colleagues to support fundraising and campaign strategy through program design, documentation, and impact storytelling.
Guide program evaluation processes, including data collection, outcomes analysis, and continuous improvement recommendations.
Serve as a liaison to College leaders to ensure transparency, alignment, and appropriate use of Foundation resources.
Provide guidance and support to the Assistant Director of Programs & Grants.
Support major Foundation initiatives, special projects, and college-wide priority-setting.
Maintain the highest ethical standards and adhere to institutional rules, policies, and donor expectations.
Required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year. All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours. People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development.
Perform other duties as assigned.