Executive Director of Grants and External Funding

DescriptionLocation: Westborough, MA - Spectrum's Corporate Office

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday.

Pay Rate: $90,000-$105,000 annually

Benefits:

Health/dental/vision insurances
Additional voluntary insurances
401k with company match up to 7%
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Company-paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program

The Executive Director of Grants and External Funding is responsible for:

Obtaining grant funding to develop new services, and/or improve the quality or efficiency of Spectrum’s service delivery models.
Coordinating implementation of all grant funded projects and ensures post-award compliance.
Compiling financial and non-financial data for the preparation of grant-related reports and grant billings in conjunction with the Accounting Department.
Request for proposals (RFP) submissions as opportunities arise.

Must be able to work the hours required to meet the business needs of the organization, including the ability to work more than 40 hours in a work week.
QualificationsQualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
Four years of relevant experience, including documented success with federal grant submissions and RFP responses
Ability to interpret regulations, policies and procedures regarding grants submission and administration
Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
Ability to manage competing deadlines while producing the highest quality work
Strong interpersonal and partnership-building skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Working knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, Access, Publisher & PowerPoint