Director, Grants

Harford Community College ( HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, 18 days paid vacation and 3 personal leave days. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

The Director of Grants manages external and internal funding efforts that support Harford Community College's Strategic Plan and institutional priorities. This includes securing and overseeing grants from federal, state, local, corporate, and foundation sources, as well as coordinating the internal Grants for Innovation program administered by the Harford Community College Foundation.

The Director partners with college leadership, faculty, staff, the Institutional Advancement department, and the Finance department to identify funding opportunities, lead proposal development, and ensure compliance with awarded funds. Responsibilities include writing and supervising grant applications, managing budgets and timelines, maintaining reporting procedures, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. The Director also provides training and guidance on grant processes and ensures prompt, effective support through the Grants Office.

This position participates in statewide professional groups, presents to the Foundation Board, prepares reports, and supervises a full-time Grant Associate. The Director reports to the Executive Director of the Harford Community College Foundation.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Bachelor's degree

Minimum of five years of experience planning and implementing grants, to include:

Monday-Friday on site; specific work schedule to be determined based on the needs of the College.