Coordinator III - Grant Coordinator for Corporate and Foundation Support

$0k Salary Not Available Position range in Walker County $39k•$87k Per Year Coordinator III•Grant Coordinator for Corporate and Foundation Support

SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY

Occupation:

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

Location:

Huntsville, TX•77340 Positions available: 1 Job #: 17005153

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

04/22/2026

Updated:

04/25/2026

Expires:

04/22/2027

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Not Specified

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift

Agency Job ID:

202600108S Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 36 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Help for .

Department:

Donor Relations Full Time Open until filled:

Yes Requisition:

202600108

S Educational and Experience Requirement:

Bachelors degree in fundraising, not-for-profit management, business management, sales, or a related field. A minimum of three years of experience in grant writing. Any experience in sales, revenue generation, or fundraising is a plus. Prior experience authoring written solicitations, pitch proposals, is important. A proven history of successful direct solicitations is key. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Performs advanced and complex coordination of grant-related activities within University Advancement•Development, with a focus on private and corporate foundation relations. Supports the identification, development, submission, and management of grant proposals while ensuring compliance with institutional and funding agency guidelines. Works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners to strengthen grant-seeking efforts and post-award processes.

Primary Responsibilities:

Oversees the full lifecycle of private and corporate foundation grants, including proposal development, submission, and post-award activities. Writes, edits, and reviews grant proposals and required reports in collaboration with faculty, staff, and campus partners. Tracks internal and external deadlines for grant submissions and reporting while developing and maintaining a comprehensive grant calendar to monitor proposal timelines, award requirements, and reporting schedules. Coordinates across the university with faculty, staff, the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP), and the Office of Research Administration (ORA) to support proposal development, budget creation, and award management. Organizes and participates in meetings related to grant planning, submissions, and post-award implementation, including kick-off meetings. Ensures compliance with funding agency guidelines and university policies by monitoring grant requirements and reporting obligations. Researches and identifies new private and corporate foundation funding opportunities aligned with institutional priorities. Prepares and reviews programmatic and financial reports related to grant activities and supports the planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of grant-supported programs. Ensures compliance with grant requirements, guidelines, and funding restrictions, and supports accurate documentation and reporting of grant activities. Provides coordination and oversight support to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. May oversee and provide guidance to assigned program staff in support of grant-related initiatives. Performs other related duties as assigned

Other Specifications:

Works collaboratively within a complex environment and communicates positively with all constituents and internal colleagues (subject matter experts, faculty,ORSPstaff, andORAstaff). Must be highly motivated, an energetic self-starter with sound judgment and decision-making ability, and attention to detail with solid organizational ability. Must possess very strong writing and verbal communication skills and have exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Familiarity with higher education fundraising and the moves management process is a plus. A professional demeanor and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality are critical. May be called upon to work beyond standard business hours, including evenings and weekends. Attendance at major campus-related events will be critical, and some regional travel may be required. Solid understanding of, and appreciation for, advancing the mission of Sam Houston State University is critical. Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with TitleVIIas interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions atSHSUrequire background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Physical Address:

Human Resources Department 1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202 P.O. Box 2356 Huntsville, TX 77341-2356

SHSU Employment Office:

(936) 294-1070

Email:

Employment@SHSU.edu

Employment Portal:

shsu.peopleadmin.com