SENIOR MANAGER, GRANTS, DISTRICT FOUNDATION at Orange County Public Schools

Orlando, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grant administration, Grant management, Budgeting, Financial tracking, Data analysis, Grant proposal writing, Relationship management, Technical assistance, Project management, Compliance, Reporting, Team leadership, Communication, Problem-solving, CRM software, Strategic planning

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Compensation Salary Schedule Overview To seek, secure, and steward grant funds and resources in support of District Foundation strategic priorities. Responsibilities and Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, in a relevant field such as, nonprofit management, education, business administration/management, or public administration.2. Five (5) years of experience in grant administration and/or management which includes two (2) years of supervisory and/or managing teams, setting clear goals, providing ongoing feedback and coordinating daily workflows.3. Experience with budgeting and reporting preferred.4. Experience providing technical assistance and training to individuals and groups preferred.5. Experience using CRM and/or grants management software preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of grant administration and management across the full grant lifecycle, including compliance with local, state, federal, and nonprofit funding requirements. Experience with grant budgeting, financial tracking, and coordination of programmatic and fiscal reporting preferred. Ability to analyze, track, and report grant data using spreadsheets, databases, and related systems to ensure accuracy, accountability, and compliance. Ability to prepare clear, accurate grant proposals, reports, and supporting documentation. Strong relationships management skills with potential and existing funders. Ability to provide technical assistance and training to individuals and groups related to grant development, administration, and reporting requirements. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing work demands.REPORTS TO: Senior Administrator - Philanthropic Strategy, District FoundationSUPERVISES: Manager - Grant Services-District FoundationMACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT:Machines, tools, equipment, electronic devices, vehicles, etc., used in this position. Telephone, Computer, (Personal Computer and Mainframe), Automobile, CopierPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Describes physical conditions of this position.Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated as Light Work.PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:Physical activities of this position. Percent of a typical day involved in each applicable activity is noted.Percentage70 Sitting: Resting with the body supported by the buttocks or thighs.10 Standing: Assuming an upright position on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.10 Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.5 Bending: Lowering the body forward from the waist.5 Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.5 Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position through the use of the upper extremities and back muscles exerting up to 10 pounds of force.80 Finger Dexterity: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm.70 Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.90 Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately, loudly or quickly.90 Hearing Acuity: The ability to perceive speech and other environmental sounds at normal loudness levels.90 Visual Acuity: The power to see at a level which allows reading of numbers and text, operation of equipment, inspection of machines, etc.Note: Will total more than 100 percent as several activities may be performed at one time.WORKING CONDITIONS:Conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.Indoors and Outdoors: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:* Manifests a professional code of ethics and values.* Responds to internal and external customers in a timely, accurate, courteous and empathetic manner representing OCPS in a positive light.* Models the routine, intentional and effective use of technology in daily work, including communications, organization and management tasks.* Research and prepare high-quality grant proposals in support of school district initiatives and needs.* Coordinate administration of assigned grants, contracts, special projects and contributions from pre-award to post-award, and assure compliance with District Foundation policies and funder guidelines.* Maintain accurate grant records, databases, and tracking systems for applications, awards, contracts, and reports. Support the Senior Administrator, Philanthropic Strategy, to establish and maintain partnerships with public and private organizations for grant funding and collaboration opportunities.* Manage the competitive Teacher Impact Grant program, including program design, application/review/award processes, technical support and data collection/reporting.* Work with the Senior Administrator, Finance, in grant budgeting, compliance, and reporting matters.* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support effective grant stewardship and problem-solving.* Provide facilitative leadership and technical assistance to schools, learning communities and departments with developing grant proposals.* Enhance the District Foundation's image within the school system and the community.* Follows the district’s policies and procedures as related to all HRMD guidelines, executive limitations, the district’s instructional initiatives, and the school district’s charter guidelines.* Follows the district’s policies and procedures as related to fixed assets.* Develop leadership in subordinates.* Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology being used by OCPS. With the support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.* Responsible for maintaining timely and accurate information and accountable for the quality of information maintained by those they supervise.* Responsible for self-development and keeping up to date on current research, trends and best practices relevant to the area of responsibility• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.* Essential Performance ResponsibilitiesTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Non-bargaining unit compensation plan, twelve months, 8.0 hours per day.EVALUATION:Performance in this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.02/16/2026

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager will seek, secure, and steward grant funds while managing the full grant lifecycle and ensuring compliance with funding requirements. They will also provide leadership to the grant services team and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support district initiatives.