(Remote) Technical/Grant Writer, Broadband Workforce TAC - College of Business and Economics

The College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Remote) Technical/Grant Writer, Broadband Workforce TAC.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Coordinator for the ARC Broadband Industry Grant Technical Assistance Program, the Technical/Grant Writer will provide technical assistance to eligible entities in their pursuit of grants to support workforce development initiatives to foster broadband expansion primarily through grants managed by the West Virginia Office of Broadband. The Technical/Grant Writer will initially focus on the pre-award process. This will include creating awareness of grant opportunities, writing proposals, proofreading, fostering collaborations, and providing data, among other services. Some travel is required.

At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:

• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• PTO
• 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)
• A range of health insurance and other benefits
• Dependent Education Scholarship
• WVU Perks
• And More!!

What You'll Do

• Provide technical assistance to eligible applicants and support with the identification of funding opportunities.
  
• Develop materials to aid in the proposal development process, including templates for project narratives and letters of support/commitment; summaries of notices of funding opportunities/broad agency announcements/request for proposals/funding opportunity announcements; letters of intent; checklists; and other written correspondence.
  
• Facilitate meetings, seminars, and workshops on the grant writing process regularly.
  
• Manage the preparation of grant proposal packages and support eligible entities throughout the proposal submission process.
  
• Liaise and interact with eligible entities and the WV Office of Broadband to encourage collaboration.
  
• Interpret funding opportunities, write project narratives, and develop budgets.
  
• Guide and assist eligible applicants in filling grant application forms for funding by federal agencies and foundations and uploading documents into submission sites.
  
• Complete a plethora of grant writing resolutions such as white papers, requests for proposals/qualifications, and more.
  
• Maintain meeting records, project files, and other documentation needed for project management and reporting.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Communications, English, Journalism, or a similar field.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience involving:
  
  
  
  • Pre-award process
  • Grant proposal development and submission
  • Project management
  
  
  
  
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
  
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be a highly motivated, energetic individual equally capable of working independently or in a team setting.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and oral communication and research skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and facilitate meetings.
• Ability to quickly acquire knowledge of policies and procedures and applicable regulations mandated by different foundations and federal agencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize a variety of tasks and complete them in a timely manner.
• Database management skills.
• Knowledge of current broadband and workforce development trends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with a connection to the state and experience with post-award grant activity.

• The ability to travel to WVUs regional campuses and/or within the multi-state area is required.
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The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.

The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.

West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.