Director, Grants and Sponsored Projects

Director, Grants and Sponsored Projects

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Western Piedmont Community College Main Campus, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Number

202600002

Department

WPCC Administration

Division

Foundation

Opening Date

06/22/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Statement of Primary Purpose

The Director, Grants and Sponsored Projects, under the direction of the Executive Director, Western Piedmont Foundation, is responsible for the development, submission, administration, and close out of funding proposals that advance the mission of Western Piedmont Community College and assist in the implementation of the institution's long and short-term goals and objectives.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties

• Coordinate and process grant applications from conception to submission in partnership with the designated college personnel for federal, state, and private foundations.
• Provide technical assistance in planning, developing, researching, and submitting grant proposals and reports.
• Collect and disseminate information about funding opportunities and promote grant opportunities throughout the college
• Maintain an annual plan/schedule of grant submissions that support institutional goals, priorities, and activities.
• Research grants topics and concepts and maintain an information database for grant development.
• Serve as the point of contact with local, state and federal funding agencies for Sponsored Projects on behalf of the College and project staff.
• Monitor progress toward completions of all performance measures of grant projects and provide continuous support to directors of grant-funded projects to meet the terms and expectations of the grant award.
• Manage grant performance and compliance communications internally and with funding agency personnel, including scope of work modifications.
• Ensure proper close-out of all completed grant activities and maintain related documents.
• Research grant opportunities that would support collaboration between WPCC and other partnerships for regional instructional / training needs.
• Present grant information to board and other community members/stakeholders as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 3 years grant development and/or administrative experience
• Advanced word processing and software application skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to independently plan, initiate and complete approved assignments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of external funding sources.
• Ability to draft clear, concise narratives, correspondence, budgets and other documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree
• Specialized training in grant research and proposal development
• Grant experience in an educational institution or nonprofit

Special Instructions

For more information concerning this position, contact Mackenzie Bostian Adams at mbostian@wpcc.edu or (828) 448-3123.

Benefits Overview for Full-Time Employees

As a full-time employee, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Below is a summary of the benefits offered:

Health Insurance

• Medical coverage begins on the first day of the month following your hire date.
• Plans are offered through the NC State Health Plan.
• Additional details and plan options are available on the NC State Health Plan website.

Retirement

• Participation in the Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS), a defined benefit plan.
• Employee Contribution: 6% of your salary.
• Employer Contribution: 24.04% on your behalf.
• Optional 401(k) and 457 supplemental retirement plans are available.
• For more information, review the TSERS Handbook.

Disability & Life Insurance

• Basic coverage provided through TSERS.
• Options for additional coverage available through Colonial Life and MetLife.

Supplemental Benefits

• Employees may elect optional plans such as:

• Dental

• Vision

• Cancer and Critical Illness

• Teladoc and other wellness programs

• Full details are available in the Benefits Guide.

Leave

• Sick leave accrues at 8 hours per month.
• Paid holidays and personal leave are provided as outlined in the Benefits Guide.

Additional Information

• Employment is at-will, consistent with North Carolina law.
• A full review of benefits and enrollment instructions will be provided during your orientation.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02

How many years of professional __ experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 or more years of experience

03

If you indicated having professional ____ experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."

04

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

Required Question

Employer Western Piedmont Community College

Address 1001 Burkemont Ave

Morganton, North Carolina, 28655

Phone 8284483126

8284483127

Website www.wpcc.edu