Executive Director, Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs
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Executive Director, Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs

Category: Professional/Executive

Department: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Location: Westfield, MA

Posted: Aug 9, 2024

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: Full-time

Position ID: 179817

About Westfield State University:In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst.

Job Description:

Campus Title: Executive Director, Office of Grants and Sponsored ProgramsState Job Title: Executive DirectorDepartment: Academic AffairsJob Code: HA6200FLSA Status: ExemptFunding: 7115-0100Bargaining Unit: APAJob Type: Full-Time PermanentTimeframe: 52 WeeksShift: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pmRegular Days Off: Saturday and SundaySupervision Received: Reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.Supervision Exercised: Supervises five (5) or fewer staff members.Salary: $128,000.00 to $135,000.00 (salary commensurate with education and experience)

General Statement of Duties:The Executive Director provides leadership, oversight, and management of the work of the Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs. The Executive Director will work collaboratively with members of the campus community, in particular faculty across all academic disciplines, to secure monetary awards from funding opportunities at the local, state, and federal levels which support the institutional mission and strategic priorities of Westfield State University.

Duties and Responsibilities:Duties include but are not limited to:Essential:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to maximize the Office's impact and generate new sources of funding.
• Cultivate productive relationships with public and private program offices and local, state, and federal agencies.
• Work collaboratively with principal investigators and stakeholders to showcase faculty research innovations.
• Ensure planning, submission, implementation, and reporting for funding opportunities.
• Monitor progress of projects supported by funding awards and provide timely communication to funding sources.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Finance department to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Oversee the successful completion of regular reviews of the Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs.
• Mentor and recognize employees in the Office and promote grants-centered collaborations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• 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 and reports to a variety of stakeholders
• Expert ability to represent Westfield State University
• Well-honed supervisory and leadership skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in the use of office technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in higher education
• Experience working within union environments

Additional Information:Salaries for current Westfield State University employees must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.

Application Instructions:An online application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Contact information for three references
• Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations.