Executive Director, Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs

2 days ago


Westfield, Massachusetts, United States Westfield State College Full time
About Westfield State University

Westfield State University is a highly respected institution that has been committed to providing accessible, affordable public higher education for over 180 years. Our mission is to foster a community of learners who are dedicated to academic excellence, social responsibility, and civic engagement.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead our Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of securing external funding and managing grants from local, state, and federal agencies. They will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to maximize the Office's impact and generating new sources of funding.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to secure external funding and manage grants from local, state, and federal agencies.
  • Cultivate relationships with public and private program offices, congressional offices, and local, state, and federal reviewing and/or approving agencies.
  • Work collaboratively with principal investigators and key stakeholders to showcase faculty research innovations.
  • Ensure the planning, submission, implementation, and reporting for funding opportunities at the local, state, and federal level for projects in alignment with the mission and strategic priorities of the institution.
  • Monitor progress of projects supported by funding awards and provide timely communication to funding sources in the form of regular progress reports as required by the funding body.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in the Finance department to ensure compliance with all internal and external rules, regulations, policies, and laws governing the expenditure of awarded funds.
  • Oversee the successful completion of regular review of the Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs and associated functions.
  • Work collaboratively to identify areas of improvement for the Office and to formulate plans to implement improvements, including to any University policies, guidelines, and resources central to a robust infrastructure for grants management.
  • Mentor and recognize employees in the Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs and promote grants-centered collaborations across University divisions and in particular with faculty across all academic disciplines.
Requirements
  • Master's degree or equivalent record of professional qualifications and achievement.
  • Substantial experience in sponsored research administration in progressively responsible leadership roles.
  • Proficiency in the development and delivery of presentations, reports, and other communication assets to a variety of executive, corporate, and community stakeholders.
  • Expert ability to represent Westfield State University.
  • Well-honed supervisory and leadership skills including intercultural skills necessary for working collaboratively within a diverse educational environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in the use of office technology.


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