Virginia Highlands Community College
Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer
🇺🇸 Washington, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $75K
💻 Other
🗓️ August 29th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Virginia Highlands Community College is hiring a Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer. The role manages the college-wide sponsored programs portfolio, including grant proposal development, award negotiation, project management, and coordination with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and successful implementation of funded projects.
Highlights
- Manage sponsored programs portfolio from concept through post-award management for the entire college.
- Research funding prospects from private, corporate, and government sources and maintain a calendar of grant opportunities.
- Develop relationships with public and private grant makers and submit timely, compelling proposals.
- Coordinate funder communications, award negotiations, and project launch activities.
- Track and submit all funder-required deliverables in collaboration with college project managers, Business Office, and Educational Foundation.
- Minimum starting salary $75,000, commensurate with experience.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
- Proven success securing diverse grants, funding, or contracts; fundraising or grant management experience preferred.
- Experience with prospect research databases and higher education settings is preferable.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and various database systems; must maintain confidentiality and effective communication skills.
Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer Full Description
Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Application: Submit cover letter, resume, and complete the Virginia state application online through the Recruitment Management System https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88265.
Applications will only be accepted online. Submit all attachments with online application. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. To be considered in the initial screening, completed applications must be submitted by September 19, 2025 5:00 pm. It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to ensure that all required documentation is received. Incomplete on-line applications or other materials submitted via e-mail, postal mail, fax or in-person will not be considered. The job announcement may be accessed at www.vhcc.edu (click on About VHCC and Employment Opportunities). For questions about the on-line application process please call (276) 739-2425.
Application: Submit cover letter, resume, and complete the Virginia state application online through the Recruitment Management System https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88265.
Applications will only be accepted online. Submit all attachments with online application. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. To be considered in the initial screening, completed applications must be submitted by September 19, 2025 5:00 pm. It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to ensure that all required documentation is received. Incomplete on-line applications or other materials submitted via e-mail, postal mail, fax or in-person will not be considered. The job announcement may be accessed at www.vhcc.edu (click on About VHCC and Employment Opportunities). For questions about the on-line application process please call (276) 739-2425.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer
Role Title | Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer
Role Code | 19211-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 29600010
Agency | Virginia Highlands Community College
Division | Virginia Highlands Community College (Div)
Work Location | Washington - 191
Hiring Range | Minimum starting salary $75,000 commensurate with experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | As required by the position.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Virginia Highlands Community College serves our community by providing quality and affordable education, training, and cultural activities through an array of flexible, diverse programs that enable community members to succeed today and in the future.
The faculty, staff, and stakeholders of Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) enjoy the privilege of serving the individuals of the commonwealth who reside in Washington County, western Smyth County, and the city of Bristol, VA. One of 23 institutions in the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), VHCC is a beacon for educational opportunities, in view of Mt. Rogers and Whitetop Mountain at Exit 14 on Interstate 81 in Abingdon, VA. With a robust 54-year heritage, VHCC serves students in the service region through a Workforce Development Division, a Professional and Technical Studies Division, an Arts and Sciences Division, and a Nursing Division. VHCC awards credentials and continuing education courses as well as Associate of Applied Science degrees, Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates.
Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer is responsible for implementing a comprehensive sponsored programs effort (grants, categorical funding, and contracts) focused on college priorities from prospect to close-out. The primary areas of responsibility for this position will be: Directly responsible for the college-wide sponsored programs portfolio from concept and pre-proposal through proposal writing, award negotiation and post-award management. Understanding and tracking college-wide and department funding needs and strategies; maintaining a full suite of college, programmatic, and best-practice resources for proposal production. Researching funding prospects (private foundation, corporate, and government sources); maintaining a calendar of grant opportunities; providing close project management for grant application processes. Developing and fostering relationships with public and private grant makers. Writing, preparing, and submitting timely, accurate, and compelling proposals – from letters of interest (LOIs) to complete grant applications. Ongoing funder communications; award negotiation, acceptance, declination; awarded project administrative establishment and launch. Tracking, calendaring, and submitting all deliverables required by funders on awarded projects in coordination with college project managers, the VHCC Business Office and/or the VHCC Educational Foundation (i.e. budget reporting, activity/outcome reporting, and other program information). Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Requirements:
Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree. Successful history of professional achievement related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Demonstrated experience in successfully securing a wide array of grants, categorical funding, and/or contracts from public and private sources. Fundraising, development, or grant/contract management experience. Experience with prospect research database systems preferred. Service in a higher education setting preferred. Candidates invited to interview for the position will be asked to submit a list of grants written/awarded, and an example of a successful grant application package.
Additional Considerations | Characteristics: The successful candidate will show evidence of the ability to: Work independently in a fast-paced environment; have organizational abilities with fluency in managing multiple projects and competing priorities. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Results-driven with highly developed interpersonal, conversational and presentational skills, demonstrating an emotional intelligence and situational awareness. Prioritize tasks and utilize front-line decision-making skills to problem-solve. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, and experience with various database systems. Maintain a high level of ethics and confidentiality in performance of all job duties. Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders important to the college.
Operation of a State Vehicle | Yes
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | As required by the position.
Role Title | Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer
Role Code | 19211-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 29600010
Agency | Virginia Highlands Community College
Division | Virginia Highlands Community College (Div)
Work Location | Washington - 191
Hiring Range | Minimum starting salary $75,000 commensurate with experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | As required by the position.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Virginia Highlands Community College serves our community by providing quality and affordable education, training, and cultural activities through an array of flexible, diverse programs that enable community members to succeed today and in the future.
The faculty, staff, and stakeholders of Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) enjoy the privilege of serving the individuals of the commonwealth who reside in Washington County, western Smyth County, and the city of Bristol, VA. One of 23 institutions in the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), VHCC is a beacon for educational opportunities, in view of Mt. Rogers and Whitetop Mountain at Exit 14 on Interstate 81 in Abingdon, VA. With a robust 54-year heritage, VHCC serves students in the service region through a Workforce Development Division, a Professional and Technical Studies Division, an Arts and Sciences Division, and a Nursing Division. VHCC awards credentials and continuing education courses as well as Associate of Applied Science degrees, Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates.
Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, the Grant Writer/Sponsored Programs Officer is responsible for implementing a comprehensive sponsored programs effort (grants, categorical funding, and contracts) focused on college priorities from prospect to close-out. The primary areas of responsibility for this position will be: Directly responsible for the college-wide sponsored programs portfolio from concept and pre-proposal through proposal writing, award negotiation and post-award management. Understanding and tracking college-wide and department funding needs and strategies; maintaining a full suite of college, programmatic, and best-practice resources for proposal production. Researching funding prospects (private foundation, corporate, and government sources); maintaining a calendar of grant opportunities; providing close project management for grant application processes. Developing and fostering relationships with public and private grant makers. Writing, preparing, and submitting timely, accurate, and compelling proposals – from letters of interest (LOIs) to complete grant applications. Ongoing funder communications; award negotiation, acceptance, declination; awarded project administrative establishment and launch. Tracking, calendaring, and submitting all deliverables required by funders on awarded projects in coordination with college project managers, the VHCC Business Office and/or the VHCC Educational Foundation (i.e. budget reporting, activity/outcome reporting, and other program information). Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Requirements:
Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree. Successful history of professional achievement related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Demonstrated experience in successfully securing a wide array of grants, categorical funding, and/or contracts from public and private sources. Fundraising, development, or grant/contract management experience. Experience with prospect research database systems preferred. Service in a higher education setting preferred. Candidates invited to interview for the position will be asked to submit a list of grants written/awarded, and an example of a successful grant application package.
Additional Considerations | Characteristics: The successful candidate will show evidence of the ability to: Work independently in a fast-paced environment; have organizational abilities with fluency in managing multiple projects and competing priorities. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Results-driven with highly developed interpersonal, conversational and presentational skills, demonstrating an emotional intelligence and situational awareness. Prioritize tasks and utilize front-line decision-making skills to problem-solve. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, and experience with various database systems. Maintain a high level of ethics and confidentiality in performance of all job duties. Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders important to the college.
Operation of a State Vehicle | Yes
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | As required by the position.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_3974P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 08/27/2025
Job Close Date | 09/26/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.vhcc.edu
Contact Name | Tiffany VanBuren
Email | tvanburen@vhcc.edu
Phone Number | 276-739-2425
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Application: Submit cover letter, resume, and complete the Virginia state application online through the Recruitment Management System https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88265.
Applications will only be accepted online. Submit all attachments with online application. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. To be considered in the initial screening, completed applications must be submitted by September 19, 2025 5:00 pm. It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to ensure that all required documentation is received. Incomplete on-line applications or other materials submitted via e-mail, postal mail, fax or in-person will not be considered. The job announcement may be accessed at www.vhcc.edu (click on About VHCC and Employment Opportunities). For questions about the on-line application process please call (276) 739-2425.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88265
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 08/27/2025
Job Close Date | 09/26/2025
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.vhcc.edu
Contact Name | Tiffany VanBuren
Email | tvanburen@vhcc.edu
Phone Number | 276-739-2425
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Application: Submit cover letter, resume, and complete the Virginia state application online through the Recruitment Management System https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88265.
Applications will only be accepted online. Submit all attachments with online application. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. To be considered in the initial screening, completed applications must be submitted by September 19, 2025 5:00 pm. It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to ensure that all required documentation is received. Incomplete on-line applications or other materials submitted via e-mail, postal mail, fax or in-person will not be considered. The job announcement may be accessed at www.vhcc.edu (click on About VHCC and Employment Opportunities). For questions about the on-line application process please call (276) 739-2425.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/88265
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Unofficial Transcript 2
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Certificate
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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