GEAR-UP Wyoming Grant Manager - SEO

University of Wyoming - Laramie, WY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Laramie, WY

Educational Services

About the position

The GEAR UP Wyoming Grant Manager is responsible for developing and managing the GEAR UP Wyoming grant, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies. This role involves strategic planning, budget management, oversight of staff, and maintaining effective partnerships to support the educational success of underrepresented students in Wyoming.

Responsibilities

• Develop short- and long-range plans for the GEAR UP Wyoming grant.
• Evaluate and assess grant activities and implement necessary changes.
• Ensure compliance with federal legislation and regulations regarding GEAR UP programs.
• Design and monitor project operating policies and procedures.
• Manage the GEAR UP Wyoming annual budget and monitor partner site budgets.
• Ensure compliance in awarding federal and institutional scholarship funds.
• Oversee hiring, training, and supervision of temporary staff for summer academy.
• Ensure adherence to federal reporting guidelines and data collection timelines.
• Negotiate and monitor subrecipient agreements with partners.
• Provide timely information and data in multiple formats for various audiences.
• Manage grant-writing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree with relevant experience.
• 5 years of work-related experience or 3 years with a Master's degree.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record check.
• Successful criminal background check for working with minors.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience managing large-scale educational grant projects.
• Understanding of the needs of low-income secondary school students.
• Knowledge of high school curricula and professional development needs.
• Ability to manage sources of cost-share and matching funds.
• Excellent communication skills with diverse constituencies.
• Experience managing grant-funded programs subject to federal compliance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive work environment