What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Coordinator - COMPACT position at Oklahoma State University?
Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Chuck Lester, chuck.lester@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Both in-state and out-of-state travel may be necessary to provide and/or receive training and technical assistance. Typical work hours fall between Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, but some evenings and weekend hours may be required. This position is located in Stillwater, OK.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$18.83 - $25.96
Priority Application Date
For full consideration, please apply by July 7, 2025. Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About This Position
The Grant Coordinator will work in collaboration with the COMPACT Program Manager to implement the activities of the OSU Community Wellness Program's COMPACT( Community Prevention, Advocacy, Counseling, and Treatment) Program servicing Tulsa, Payne, Osage, Pawnee, Creek, and Okmulgee Counties. The Grant Coordinator must be able to work independently and within a team environment. The Grant Coordinator will work in collaboration with the Program Manager and will coordinate efforts of the funded project which includes conducting assessments, surveys, trainings, assists in the organization of testing events, links clients to services after screening/testing, tracks clients to help ensure treatment, maintains strict client confidentiality, provides technical assistance, develops and disseminates messaging and awareness campaign materials, and attends local, state and regional meetings as required. The Grant Coordinator will: a) partner with the contracted evaluation team to identify community needs and gaps in services and network with community agencies, including healthcare professionals. b) provide expertise on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) and their linkage to HIV. c) maintain contact with communities including local governments, schools, and community coalitions. d) Recruit advocacy volunteers and stakeholders who serve the at risk racial/ethnic emergent population. The Grant Coordinator exhibits effectiveness in developing and conforming to policies and procedures; supports organizational commitments and goals, completes tasks in line with established budgets and schedules. Maintains complete, accurate and current records. Prepares and delivers presentations to address gaps in knowledge and services. Submits all required reports in a timely and efficient manner.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Chuck Lester, chuck.lester@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Both in-state and out-of-state travel may be necessary to provide and/or receive training and technical assistance. Typical work hours fall between Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, but some evenings and weekend hours may be required. This position is located in Stillwater, OK.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$18.83 - $25.96
Priority Application Date
For full consideration, please apply by July 7, 2025. Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About This Position
The Grant Coordinator will work in collaboration with the COMPACT Program Manager to implement the activities of the OSU Community Wellness Program's COMPACT( Community Prevention, Advocacy, Counseling, and Treatment) Program servicing Tulsa, Payne, Osage, Pawnee, Creek, and Okmulgee Counties. The Grant Coordinator must be able to work independently and within a team environment. The Grant Coordinator will work in collaboration with the Program Manager and will coordinate efforts of the funded project which includes conducting assessments, surveys, trainings, assists in the organization of testing events, links clients to services after screening/testing, tracks clients to help ensure treatment, maintains strict client confidentiality, provides technical assistance, develops and disseminates messaging and awareness campaign materials, and attends local, state and regional meetings as required. The Grant Coordinator will: a) partner with the contracted evaluation team to identify community needs and gaps in services and network with community agencies, including healthcare professionals. b) provide expertise on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) and their linkage to HIV. c) maintain contact with communities including local governments, schools, and community coalitions. d) Recruit advocacy volunteers and stakeholders who serve the at risk racial/ethnic emergent population. The Grant Coordinator exhibits effectiveness in developing and conforming to policies and procedures; supports organizational commitments and goals, completes tasks in line with established budgets and schedules. Maintains complete, accurate and current records. Prepares and delivers presentations to address gaps in knowledge and services. Submits all required reports in a timely and efficient manner.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Public Health, Behavioral Science, Education, Marketing and Public Relations, or related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
- One year of experience. Post-secondary education may substitute for years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Public Health, Behavioral Science, Education, Marketing and Public Relations, or related field
- One year of experience in Prevention Programming and/or environmental prevention programming and/or community organizing and assessment and/or related experience and culturally competent experience working with rural and disparate populations.
- Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues, community members, and other vested partners. Knowledge of principles, practices and management of work plan development and grant writing. Ability to assist in completion and submission of grant applications. Knowledge of community organization and assessment. Knowledge of current trends and practices. Ability to complete and maintain accurate records. Ability to produce and submit media publications for various media outlets (newspaper, radio, social media). Experience implementing Public Health Sexual Health strategies. Lived experience or working experience with substance use and/or HIV/STI’s . Experience working with vulnerable populations.
Salary : $19 - $26
