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- $40,480 - $46,552 a year
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- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Grant Writer

Niagara Community College -
Sanborn, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,480 - $46,552 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Paid time off

Qualifications

Computer literacy
Research
Bachelor's degree
Managing projects

Full Job Description

Position Information

Position Category

Full Time Staff

Position Status

12 Month

FLSA

Exempt

Advertised Salary

$40,480 - $46,552

Department

Grants

Working Hours

Monday - Friday 35 hours per week

General Description

Help Secure the Resources That Transform Lives. Some people write because they enjoy telling stories. Others write because they want to make a difference. At SUNY Niagara, we’re looking for a talented Grant Writer who can do both.

Every successful grant has the power to expand educational opportunities, launch innovative programs, strengthen our workforce, support student success, and improve the lives of thousands of students throughout Western New York. As our Grant Writer, your work won’t simply produce proposals it will help bring transformational ideas to life.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a grant professional who enjoys research, persuasive writing, collaboration, and building meaningful projects that create lasting community impact.

The Grant Writer is responsible for supporting the Director of Grants in the identification, development, preparation and coordination of grant proposals in support of the College’s mission. Additionally, the Grant Writer is responsible for researching and drafting materials supporting in the writing, managing, and reporting of the portfolio as directed.

You’ll collaborate with faculty and leaders across the College while helping secure funding that shapes the future of our institution and our community. Every day offers the opportunity to work on projects that have a lasting impact on our students, employees, and the communities we serve.

SUNY Niagara provides phenomenal benefits to our employees. Please visit to view our benefits https://sunyniagara.edu/hr/benefits/ offerings. SUNY Niagara’s exceptional work environment fosters growth and personal fulfillment. As an employee, you can expect:

Work-Life Balance: When employees can balance their work and personal lives, they are happier, more productive, and better positioned to support our students. At SUNY Niagara, generous paid time off, holiday, and leave policies make this possible. Our college closes for winter break from late December through early January and a week in mid-March for spring recess. In the summer, employees observe a four-day workweek, allowing them to enjoy all that Western New York offers.

Professional Growth: SUNY Niagara cares about employees’ professional advancement and development. You will have access to ongoing training, programs, and workshops. We support career growth and encourage employees to pursue further education.

Welcoming Culture: SUNY Niagara values the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice as they create a sense of belonging for our students and employees. We foster a collaborative culture that respects and appreciates different perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds which contribute to the richness of our institution. We believe that our diverse, inclusive community enriches the experiences of students and employees alike.

Meaningful Work: At SUNY Niagara, your work will directly impact the lives of our students and the region we serve. Our college is for all who are passionate about teaching and focused on supporting students. Our small class sizes facilitate engagement. You will shape students’ futures, prepare them for successful careers, and empower them to contribute to society. Your dedication and expertise will propel students to achieve their educational goals.

Become part of an institution that values employees, positively impacts students’ lives, and invests in its community.

Typical Work Activities

1. Drafts, prepares, and edits materials to include proposal and report writing for various funding sources for final review and submission by the Director of Grants.

2. Researches potential funding opportunities and matches them with campus and system needs. Meets with faculty, staff, funding sources, or administration as assigned by Director of Grants in the development of grant proposals.

3. Researches, writes, edits and coordinates the development of grant materials for federal, state, local and private grantors as assigned. Researches and compiles listings of potential grant sources to match internal needs as assigned.

4. Drafts grant budget templates in accordance with College policies and procedures and funder guidelines. Assists the Director of Grants in preparing, editing, finalizing, and submitting grant budget materials as assigned.

5. Utilizes online submission portals, such as Grants.gov, Research.gov, and other entities to download templates, draft materials for review and submission, and review programmatic guidelines.

6. As assigned, organizes and coordinates the work of proposal teams, which may include both internal and external members.

7. Assists the Director of Grants in maintenance of continued funding for grants received by the College through drafting of required reports, revisions, and materials for review and submission.

8. Maintains awareness of all active grant projects and regularly reviews materials within the Grant database to understand issues of compliance, reporting deadlines, grant agreements, history of the institution, funding needs, and details of intended projects.

9. Participates in regular meetings with grant project coordinators/activity directors to maintain active awareness of ongoing project activities and necessary grant reporting.

10. Understands and applies principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in writing, editing, and developing meaningful grant projects.

11. Researches relevant data supporting meaningful grant narrative and justification based on the award preferences noted by various funding entities within their guidelines.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

Ability to write reports and prepare documents following general guidelines; ability to coordinate numerous projects simultaneously; ability to relate to all constituents of the College as well as local, State, and Federal officials; ability to read and understand Federal and other documents regarding grant proposals; ability to understand and maintain budget documents; ability to operate computers; ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
One (1) year of experience writing grants for submission to federal, state, and/or private sectors.

Desirable Qualifications

Master’s degree;
At least two (2) years of experience writing grants for submission to federal and/or state agencies;
Experience writing grants in an academic environment;
Experience monitoring grants;
Experience managing grant budgets.
Understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and personnel, including those with physical or learning disabilities.

License(s)/Certifications

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI.

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S385P

Open Date

06/25/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

For full consideration applications must be submitted by July 19th. If a viable candidate is not found during the initial review, applications submitted after July 19th will be considered.

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
resume
unofficial transcripts
names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

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