Coordinator of Title III, Sponsored Programs and Grants

Salary: $47,322.00 - $77,309.00 Annually Location : Lawson - Birmingham, AL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 07525 College/Division: LAWSON-601130-Grants Administration Opening Date: 02/27/2026 Closing Date: 3/8/2026 11:59 PM Central Campus Location: Lawson State Community College Position Summary The Coordinator of Title III, Sponsored Programs and Grants will work within the division of Strategic Initiatives and External Relations to support the administration, management, and compliance of Title III and aid the college in procuring local, state, and federal grants and contracts. This position will assist in pre-award and post-award grant operations, including the development of strategies, submission of grant proposals, and management of awarded programs, ensuring adherence to federal guidelines and institutional policies. The Coordinator will also advise Title III Activity Directors on narratives, goals and objectives, and budgets; and advise faculty and staff on how to plan, prepare, write, and manage highly competitive, technical, and complex grant proposals. Salary Schedule Placement: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule C3 3 ($47,322- $77,309) based on experience. (This position is on a non-tenure track and is ineligible for non-probationary status due to finite funding and duration as provided in the Alabama Code 16-24C-4(3)(b). Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide support for the strategic planning of Title III and Sponsored Programs, including the development of long-term funding strategies and program goals. Ensure all related activities and services adhere to federal guidelines and institutional policies. Train and assist Title III Activity Directors in developing activity objectives to meet program goals. Generates revenues for college programs through timely submission of well-researched, well-written, and well-documented grant proposals. Researches and identifies government, corporate, public, and private funding prospects to match College priorities. Work with appropriate personnel to research, develop, write, and submit letters of inquiry, concept papers, and grant proposals. Provides support to the College in proposal preparation and coordination for submission of Grants; and works with appropriate staff to gather necessary information for proposals. Compiles progress and technical reporting requirements with Grant Manager/Principal Investigator. Serves as the Grant Manager/Principal Investigator as directed. Develops and maintains relationships and funding opportunities with local, state, and federal funding agencies. Maintains primary responsibility for grant schedules and tracking grants. Serves as a liaison to all funding agencies and organizations. Coordinates and follows upon the progress of submitted proposals. Coordinates with the Business Office to create expenditure and income budgets to accompany proposals, special projects and grant awards. Develops and maintains a master file on prospective, pending, awarded grants and contracts, and supports grant reporting efforts. Remains up-to-date on current issues related to grant proposals. Meets regularly with faculty/staff to discuss current and new funding needs and provide training on grant writing and submission process. Develops, maintains, and publishes grants manuals to include policies and procedures Perform other duties as assigned. The Coordinator of Title III, Sponsored Programs and Grants will be expected to work a flexible schedule, which may include day, evening, night, and weekend hours. This job description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. This job description and specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor. QualificationsBachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution (Master's Degree preferred) Three years of experience writing grant proposals. Demonstrated track record of securing grants. Experience managing grants processes and working with local, state, and federal entities. Experience in managing special projects, budgets, and financial data. Highly skilled with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS: None OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills Ability to represent the College in a professional manner and effectively respond to questions from supervisors, faculty, staff, students, and the public. Ability to be a self-starter and meet deadlines. Effective organizational and time-management skills. Ability to use technology and tools associated with the work. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include some Ability to travel as required by the College. PHYSICAL DEMANDS-STRENGTH RATING Sedentary Work Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the ONLINE application system () by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email. If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (205) 929-6308 . A complete application packet consists of: A cover letter An Online application A current resume A copy of relevant post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date degree conferred. If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date. Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS: Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Sick Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement. 8 hours per month (may accumulate an unlimited number) Annual Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office. 0-4 years 8 hours per month 5-9 years 10 hours per month 10-14 years 12 hours per month 15-19 years 14 hours per month 20+ 16 hours per month (may accumulate up to 480 hours) Personal Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year. Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used. (converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used) Professional Leave Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President. Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday National Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day 16 (5 locally assigned) Contracted Work Days 260 Retirement The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama. Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25) Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25) Law Enforcement Officers: Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25) Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25) Health Insurance PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit Premium amounts: Single $ 30 Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207 Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282 Family (with Spouse and dependents) $ 307 Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP. Tobacco Usage Premium Member $ 50 Spouse $ 50 The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount. Wellness Premium Member $ 50 Spouse $ 50 The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver. If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision. Optional Coverage Plan Premiums Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38 Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50 Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17). Duty Hours (hours vary by campus and needs of the student)Tuition Assistance This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes. Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges: 1/3 waived after 1st year 2/3 waived after 2nd year 3/3 waived after 3rd year Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at 01 Salary Acknowledgment -StaffI acknowledge that this position has an established salary range and that initial salary placement will not exceed the maximum. Initial salary placement grants full (1:1) credit for prior work experience in Alabama public schools, colleges, and adult education programs. Related full-time work experience outside of Alabama public education will be credited at one-half (2:1). YES - I have reviewed and understand the salary range and agree to be considered for this position under these terms. NO - I have reviewed the salary range, and it does not meet my compensation expectations. 02 Did you attach the required application materials as listed on the job bulletin, including 1) a current résumé, 2) a cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications, 3) copies of appropriate transcript(s) identifying the applicant, date degree conferred, and verifying the minimum degree requirements (NOTE: COPIES OF DIPLOMAS WILL NOT BE SUFFICIENT) and 4) copies of applicable licenses and/or certifications if required by the job posting?Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. (You are encouraged to double-check your uploaded items. IF YOU CANNOT ANSWER YES, PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE ALL OF THESE MATERIALS UPLOADED.) Yes, all required documents are attached. No, I did not attachthe required documents. I understand that without the required documents attached I will not be eligible for an interview or an offer of employment. 03 I understand that I will be contacted through the email I have provided on my application for updates on this position. Yes No 04 Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in education from an accredited college or university? Yes No 05 Do you have a Master's Degree from a regionally accredited college? Yes No 06 Do you have Three (3) years of experience writing grant proposals? Yes No 07 Do you have experience working with federal grant-funded projects? Yes No 08 Do you have experience managing grants processes and working with local, state, and federal entities? Yes No 09 Do you have the ability to work efficiently with Microsoft Office Products (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04