Physical Education Teacher – Long-term Substitute

This is a full-time shared position between Southeast Service Cooperative and the City of Farmington.  The position will be housed at the Southeast Service Cooperative in Rochester and work also with the City of Farmington.  Most of the required work can be done remotely.

Under limited supervision, this position will identify, apply, and coordinate funding opportunities to build on and capitalize on current initiatives. This position will serve as a technical expert for staff, partners, and members looking to attain outside funding sources through grants, sponsorships, legislation, collaborative partnerships, new services, state and federal funding, etc. This position will direct the activities of grant writing, grant reporting, and researching grant opportunities in collaboration with stakeholders at all levels as they relate to grants programs. Additionally, this position will develop financial reporting systems, conduct grant administration training sessions, and ensure compliance.

1. Coordinate grant writing, sponsorship and partnership development, and initiation of new funding strategies. Coordinate with appropriate staff to develop and articulate proposed projects and initiatives. Research potential funders and make contact to build relationships and secure resources for programs. Complete and submit grant applications for high-need initiatives.
2. Coordinate grant implementation. As needed, provide project management by facilitating and directing project activities. Ensure technical outcome deadlines are met. Facilitate working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure full scope of work is implemented. Monitor grant partner performance.
3. Develop reporting system. Manage and reconcile ongoing financial requirements and activity for awarded grants. Develop and maintain databases and systems for recording and tracking grants proposals. Work with grant partners and other stakeholders to write and submit accurate and timely reports. Create reports to share information on outcome data and impact related to grant activity.
4. Serve as a technical expert. Provide technical assistance and general support for regional schools and local government units applying for grants, including trainings, general support, template development for common grants, review and refinement, etc. Facilitate input-gathering, interpretation, and training, and provide consultative support for federal, state, and/or community funding sources and mechanisms.  Interpret funding agency regulations and requirements when involved with grant proposals.
5. Participate in planning meetings with other staff and outside organizations. Maintain skills and expertise in marketing and business development through research and training opportunities.