State of South Carolina
Salary:
$47,588.00 - $67,817.00 Annually Location :
Lexington County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
181422 Agency:
Midlands Technical College Opening Date:
10/20/2025 Closing Date:
11/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code::
BE30 Position Number::
181422 Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Normal Work Schedule (Other)::
Monday-Thursday - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday - 8:00 am - 1:30 pm Pay Grade:
Band 6 Hiring Range - Min.:
$47,588.00 Hiring Range - Max.:
$67,817.00 Opening Date:
10/20/2025 EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures::
Qualified applicants must visit the SC State Jobs website at www.careers.sc.gov to complete and submit an on-line application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Transcripts must be submitted with the employment application when a degree is required. Copies of transcripts are accepted for screening; official transcripts are required if selected. Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities The Grants Administrator I leads the development, coordination, and management of competitive grant proposals in support of Midlands Technical College's mission and strategic priorities. This position collaborates with faculty, staff, and administrators across the college to identify funding opportunities, develop proposal strategies, and ensure successful submission and post-award management of grants.
The Grants Administrator I proactively identifies relevant federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities and assists teams of faculty and staff in developing high-quality, competitive proposals. Responsibilities include conducting research to establish need, developing narrative content, and applying data analytics to support project justification and forecast performance outcomes.
This role is also responsible for developing comprehensive grant budgets, securing strategic partnerships, and ensuring proposals meet all technical requirements, objectives, and scoring criteria. Once grants are awarded, the Grants Administrator I provides post-award support to ensure compliance with funding agency regulations, accurate reporting, and audit readiness.
Through effective coordination and communication, the Grants Administrator I plays a key role in advancing institutional initiatives, supporting innovation, and expanding external funding to strengthen college programs and student success. This position is located on the Midlands Technical College Airport Campus.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and business, personnel, grant-in-aid or public administration experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) or more years of successful competitive grant writing, data analytics, and grant administration experience. Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills, possesses excellent organizational skills, and demonstrates successful proposal development experience. Familiar with federal, state, and private funding sources for higher education and federal grant regulations. Operates effectively and efficiently under deadlines. Proficient in working with project teams, preferably in college and university settings. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01
Do you have a minimum of a bachelor's degree?
Yes No
02
Please provide details about your grant writing experience and success record. 03
Midlands Technical College is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for employment opportunities. Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship?
Yes No
04
Required attachments to your application are Resume, Cover Letter, and a Writing Sample. I understand that if I do not attach these documents to my application it is considered incomplete.
Yes No
05
If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?
Yes No
06
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, when and what agencies? 07
Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when? 08
Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College. 09
How did you hear about this position? 10
Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
Yes No
Required Question
$47,588.00 - $67,817.00 Annually Location :
Lexington County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
181422 Agency:
Midlands Technical College Opening Date:
10/20/2025 Closing Date:
11/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code::
BE30 Position Number::
181422 Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Normal Work Schedule (Other)::
Monday-Thursday - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday - 8:00 am - 1:30 pm Pay Grade:
Band 6 Hiring Range - Min.:
$47,588.00 Hiring Range - Max.:
$67,817.00 Opening Date:
10/20/2025 EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures::
Qualified applicants must visit the SC State Jobs website at www.careers.sc.gov to complete and submit an on-line application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Transcripts must be submitted with the employment application when a degree is required. Copies of transcripts are accepted for screening; official transcripts are required if selected. Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities The Grants Administrator I leads the development, coordination, and management of competitive grant proposals in support of Midlands Technical College's mission and strategic priorities. This position collaborates with faculty, staff, and administrators across the college to identify funding opportunities, develop proposal strategies, and ensure successful submission and post-award management of grants.
The Grants Administrator I proactively identifies relevant federal, state, and foundation funding opportunities and assists teams of faculty and staff in developing high-quality, competitive proposals. Responsibilities include conducting research to establish need, developing narrative content, and applying data analytics to support project justification and forecast performance outcomes.
This role is also responsible for developing comprehensive grant budgets, securing strategic partnerships, and ensuring proposals meet all technical requirements, objectives, and scoring criteria. Once grants are awarded, the Grants Administrator I provides post-award support to ensure compliance with funding agency regulations, accurate reporting, and audit readiness.
Through effective coordination and communication, the Grants Administrator I plays a key role in advancing institutional initiatives, supporting innovation, and expanding external funding to strengthen college programs and student success. This position is located on the Midlands Technical College Airport Campus.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and business, personnel, grant-in-aid or public administration experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) or more years of successful competitive grant writing, data analytics, and grant administration experience. Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills, possesses excellent organizational skills, and demonstrates successful proposal development experience. Familiar with federal, state, and private funding sources for higher education and federal grant regulations. Operates effectively and efficiently under deadlines. Proficient in working with project teams, preferably in college and university settings. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01
Do you have a minimum of a bachelor's degree?
Yes No
02
Please provide details about your grant writing experience and success record. 03
Midlands Technical College is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for employment opportunities. Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship?
Yes No
04
Required attachments to your application are Resume, Cover Letter, and a Writing Sample. I understand that if I do not attach these documents to my application it is considered incomplete.
Yes No
05
If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?
Yes No
06
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, when and what agencies? 07
Have you been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when? 08
Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College. 09
How did you hear about this position? 10
Supplemental Questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
Yes No
Required Question