Aurora University Hiring for Grant Specialist at Aurora, IL Full Time

Aurora University seeks talented staff and administrators who are passionate about supporting an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning.

Position Purpose:

The Grant Specialist supports learning by strengthening the university’s reputation, financial support, and sustainability through federal, state, foundation, and corporate proposals. The duties of the Grant Specialist are closely aligned to the fundraising priorities of Aurora University including annual fundraising efforts, as well as fundraising for restricted and capital projects.

The Grant Specialist will work closely with the Director of Corporate, Foundation, and Government Grants to help advance the goals of the Office of Advancement. Will manage and support the entire grant life cycle from reviewing notice of funding opportunities to developing and submitting an application to providing progress, outcome, and financial reports.

Core Competencies:

Essential Job Functions:

Essential Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.

Experience:

• Experience with alumni or development functions in a higher education institution is preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strategic thinking with excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Excellent research and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to perform in a cross-functional team approach, a self-starter.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) applications.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to move about campus.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• The position is potentially hybrid with regular on-campus time required and time allowance to work off-campus after the initial orientation period.

Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission.

To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references including name, telephone, and email address.

If you were referred by a current employee of Aurora University please include the name of the employee in your submission.

Aurora University
Human Resources
347 South Gladstone Ave
Aurora, IL 60506
[email protected] – email

Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.