The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
GRANT PROPOSAL WRITER
🇺🇸 Brownsville, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Other
🗓️ October 6th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hiring a Grant Proposal Writer. This role involves developing, writing, and editing grant proposals and reports while coordinating assistance to identify and secure funding sources to support program activities across university departments.
Highlights
- Research and identify government, private, corporate, and foundation funding opportunities.
- Generate proposals and supporting documents compliant with agency guidelines and university policies.
- Coordinate pre-award activities including budget development and compliance reviews.
- Maintain funding calendars and engage with program officers to solicit proposal invitations.
- Provide direct supervision of assigned staff and act as liaison with university program staff.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and experienced in developing grants for federal agencies and private foundations.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in English, Communication, or a related field and at least three years of grant writing and program development experience.
- Preferred experience includes working in higher education and collaborating with researchers in liberal arts, humanities, and social sciences.
- Employment is full-time, exempt, with salary commensurate with experience.
- Requires occasional local and out-of-town travel and the ability to work outside normal office hours as needed.
GRANT PROPOSAL WRITER Full Description
Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Edinburg: (956)665-2451
Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Staff Recruitment: careers@utrgv.edu
School of Medicine Recruitment: SOMCareers@utrgv.edu
Graduate Assistantships: assistantships@utrgv.edu
Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
College of Sciences Office of the Dean: cos@utrgv.edu
College of Education and P-16 Integration: cep@utrgv.edu
College of Fine Arts: cofa@utrgv.edu
College of Liberal Arts: liberalarts@utrgv.edu
Website: https://careers.utrgv.edu
GRANT PROPOSAL WRITER
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Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | SRGV8568
Working Title | GRANT PROPOSAL WRITER
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Brownsville, Texas
Department | College of Liberal Arts
FTE | 1
FLSA | Exempt
Scope of Job | Responsible for the development, writing, and editing of assigned grant proposals and reports. Provides and coordinates assistance in identifying and developing funding sources to support existing and planned program activities.
Description of Duties
• Researches and identifies, government, private, corporate and/or foundation funding prospects.
• Generates proposals and supporting documents following agency guidelines in response to requests for proposals or as part of solicitation strategy.
• Ensures the timely submission of grant proposals.
• Provides professional support throughout the grant development and submission process, including coordination, editing, and document preparation.
• Coordinates pre-award activities, including funding identification, proposal preparation, budget development, and compliance review to ensure alignment with university and sponsor guidelines.
• Maintains and implements funding calendar activities, including cultivation activities.
• Edits reports for government, foundations and/or other funders.
• Acts as a liaison with program staff in different University departments.
• Identifies funding opportunities and new program areas to match institutional priorities, using research tools.
• Ensures that all proposals are compliant with university policy and collaborates with the Office of Sponsored Programs when appropriate.
• May engage with program officers at different organizations to solicit invitations to submit proposals.
• Assists in the planning and development of special projects associated with grant submissions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received | General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given | Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education | Bachelor’s degree in English, Communication, or related field from an accredited university.
Preferred Education | N/A
Licenses/Certifications | None.
Required Experience | Three (3) years of related work experience with a proven track record in grant writing and program development.
Preferred Experience | Experience in higher education setting; experience collaborating with researchers across liberal arts disciplines, particularly in the humanities and social sciences; and experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
Equipment | Standard office equipment.
Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; ability to work weekends and/or evenings as needed; regular travel is required within the Lower Rio Grande Valley and occasional out of town travel.
Other | Demonstrated ability to work successfully in diverse settings;; demonstrated grant research skills, excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; excellent command of the English language; a willingness to think critically and act independently in those tasks delegated to their care; proficiency in computer applications, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and a proven record of developing grant proposals for a range of funders, including federal agencies (e.g., NSF, NEH) and private foundations such as the Spencer Foundation and the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 10/03/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Working Title | GRANT PROPOSAL WRITER
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Brownsville, Texas
Department | College of Liberal Arts
FTE | 1
FLSA | Exempt
Scope of Job | Responsible for the development, writing, and editing of assigned grant proposals and reports. Provides and coordinates assistance in identifying and developing funding sources to support existing and planned program activities.
Description of Duties
• Researches and identifies, government, private, corporate and/or foundation funding prospects.
• Generates proposals and supporting documents following agency guidelines in response to requests for proposals or as part of solicitation strategy.
• Ensures the timely submission of grant proposals.
• Provides professional support throughout the grant development and submission process, including coordination, editing, and document preparation.
• Coordinates pre-award activities, including funding identification, proposal preparation, budget development, and compliance review to ensure alignment with university and sponsor guidelines.
• Maintains and implements funding calendar activities, including cultivation activities.
• Edits reports for government, foundations and/or other funders.
• Acts as a liaison with program staff in different University departments.
• Identifies funding opportunities and new program areas to match institutional priorities, using research tools.
• Ensures that all proposals are compliant with university policy and collaborates with the Office of Sponsored Programs when appropriate.
• May engage with program officers at different organizations to solicit invitations to submit proposals.
• Assists in the planning and development of special projects associated with grant submissions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received | General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given | Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education | Bachelor’s degree in English, Communication, or related field from an accredited university.
Preferred Education | N/A
Licenses/Certifications | None.
Required Experience | Three (3) years of related work experience with a proven track record in grant writing and program development.
Preferred Experience | Experience in higher education setting; experience collaborating with researchers across liberal arts disciplines, particularly in the humanities and social sciences; and experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
Equipment | Standard office equipment.
Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; ability to work weekends and/or evenings as needed; regular travel is required within the Lower Rio Grande Valley and occasional out of town travel.
Other | Demonstrated ability to work successfully in diverse settings;; demonstrated grant research skills, excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; excellent command of the English language; a willingness to think critically and act independently in those tasks delegated to their care; proficiency in computer applications, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and a proven record of developing grant proposals for a range of funders, including federal agencies (e.g., NSF, NEH) and private foundations such as the Spencer Foundation and the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 10/03/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Regulatory Affairs.
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48873
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Regulatory Affairs.
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48873
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a current UTRGV employee?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
- Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
- Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- * Please select your highest level of completed education.
- 6th grade education
- 10th grade education
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
- Masters Degree from an accredited university
- Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
- None of the above
- * Please provide the field of study for your education:
(Open Ended Question) - * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years
- Over 10 years
- * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Writing / Publication Sample
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Reference Letter 1
- Reference Letter 2
- Reference Letter 3
- Certifications and Licenses
- Training Certificates
- Other Document
- List of 3 References
- Unofficial Transcripts 2
- Unofficial Transcripts 3
- Letter of Interest
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Teaching Statement
- Research Statement
- Additional Document
- NCCPA Certification
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