Director, Sponsored Programs and Research

Director, Sponsored Programs and Research The Director oversees all aspects of proposal administration, sponsored program agreements, and contract negotiation with external agencies. The position assists senior administrators and principal investigators with issues related to externally sponsored research activities and affiliated contractual requirements and guides more complex institution wide grants. This is a versatile position which includes leadership on faculty and staff engagement in grant identification, writing, application, management, and reporting. The position supervises two direct reports in the OSP. Effective communication skills are critical in this position to promote a facilitative environment and functional office culture. Job Description: Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Design, lead and oversee the execution of a college-wide public and private grants program in keeping with the needs, priorities, and competencies of the institution and its faculty and staff. Efforts range from finding grant sources and informing appropriate individuals; assisting with and overseeing the development and writing processes; and assisting with final grant production, presentation, and achievement. Evaluate and interpret funding opportunities and requests for proposals from government agencies and foundations to determine appropriateness for the college; evaluate and recommend how best to respond. Continually review and update information pertaining to changes in federal regulations, specific agency requirements, and procedures for administration of funded awards Provide oversight and support in grant and sponsored program activities to include contract and subcontract preparation, negotiation, and recommendation for acceptance Identifying grant opportunities appropriate for the mission of the college and the characteristics and goals of our sponsored research portfolio Work with the key academic leadership (provost, deans, and chairs) to establish ways to support logical pursuit of funding opportunities consistent with Fort Lewis College strengths and promotion and tenure expectations Working with FLC foundation on grants, operations, and relationships Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508. Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards. Perform other duties as assigned Required Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent Proven ability to interact effectively with Office of Sponsored Programs' stakeholders, including administrators, faculty, staff, students, governmental agencies, and other prospective funding sources. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience in successfully developing complex federal proposals. Evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills Service orientation High degree of organizational and project management skills Understanding of rules governing grants with an understanding of how to flexible navigate complex systems to serve students Commitment to the mission of Fort Lewis College Understanding of grant budgets A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: Master's Degree or equivalent Experience working in higher education Experience managing a small office Understanding of higher ed funding and grant landscape Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility: This position reports to the Provost The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic). Ability to work in a confined area. Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate computer and telephone equipment Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work Light to moderate lifting is required Travel: Less than 10% for conferences and regional support FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work/ and Salary Range: Exempt Full Time Permanent Full Year Typical Work hours, Monday – Friday 8-5, some work after hours or on weekends as necessary Application Process A complete application packet includes: Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position Resume Names and contact information for three current, professional references All applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. 02/02/2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr