Job Summary

Specific Job Duties

• Develop grant narratives, ensuring alignment with programmatic goals and funder requirements, and submit quarterly reporting narratives.
• Coordinate with program staff to gather relevant data and evidence to support grant proposals.
• Collaborate with Faculty Chairs and program staff to develop grant programs and budgets.
• Monitor grant budgets throughout the project lifecycle, tracking expenditures and ensuring grants are spent down in a timely manner.
• Provide regular budget reports to Adult Ed and CTE Administrators and Faculty Chairs.
• Work closely with the Business Office to process budget modifications and purchase orders as required.
• Serve as a point of contact for grantors.
• Coordinate grant implementation activities, including the development and execution of work plans and timelines.
• Maintain accurate and organized grant database, including applications, budgets, reports, and other documentation.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating meetings, trainings, and other program-related events.
• Provide support to faculty and staff involved in grant-funded activities as needed.
• Research, identify, and pursue grant funding opportunities at the state and federal levels as appropriate.
• Work closely with the Business Office during the annual audit process.
• Provide supporting documentation requested for the grants.
•  Perform other duties and special projects for the Associate Dean as assigned. 

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

About Morton College

Morton College, the second oldest community college in Illinois, was founded in 1924 to meet the educational demands in the growing communities of Berwyn, Cicero, Forest View, Lyons, McCook, Stickney and other near western suburbs which were a national hub of economic activity. As a comprehensive community college, recognized by the Illinois Community College Board, Morton College's mission is: To enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and life-long learning.

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