Grants Writer (#021794) Agency Director, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Grants Writer (#021794) Agency Director, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Salary

$80,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

021794

Agency

Department of Corrections

Division

Programs, Reentry & Rehabilitation Services

Opening Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

9/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

BE40

Position Number:

021794

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Pay Grade

GEN10

Hiring Range - Min.

$80,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$95,000.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

NOTE: This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only; You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scdc to be considered as an applicant for this position. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649 Employment@doc.sc.gov

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Work Time: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM) Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs. Shift/Work Schedule: 02

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits
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Job Responsibilities

• SCDC is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented grants professional to coordinate and support the agency's grant development and grant management activities.
• This position researches and identifies federal, state, and local funding opportunities that align with SCDC's missions, programs and operational needs and develops comprehensive grant proposals, including narratives, budgets and supporting documentation, to secure funding.
• The position collaborates with SCDC leadership, divisions, institutions, project directors, FIN.
• Accounting, general counsel, procurement, and external partners to assess funding needs, develop competitive proposals, prepare grant budgets, and ensure timely submission of applications.
• The position also provides ongoing technical assistance and support to project directors throughout the grant lifecycle, including expenditure tracking, procurement, budget monitoring, reporting amendments, and closeout activities.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

(803) 896-1649

Employment@doc.sc.gov

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

A bachelors degree in business administration, public administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

A bachelors degree and ten (10) years experience in business administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer five (5) years proven experience in formulating, writing, editing and submitting grant applications.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

03

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.

04

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

05

How many years of experience do you have in business administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities?

• Less than a year
• 1 Year, less than 2
• 2 Years, less than 3
• 3 Years, less than 4
• 4 Years, less than 5
• 5 Years, less than 6
• 6 Years, less than 7
• 7 Years, less than 8
• 8 Years, less than 9
• 9 Years, less than 10
• 10 or more years

06

How many years of proven experience in formulating, writing, editing and submitting grant applications?

• Less than a year.
• 1 year, less than 2.
• 2 years, less than 3.
• 3 years, less than 4.
• 4 years, less than 5.
• 5 years, less than 6.
• 6 years, less than 7.
• 7 years, less than 8.
• 8 years, less than 9.
• 9 years, less than 10.
• 10 or more years.
• None.

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Corrections Address 4444 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-1649

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.