Description

The Assistant Director of Corporate, Foundation and Government Support (CFGS) plays a central role in advancing Reed College’s efforts to secure external funding from foundations, government agencies, and corporations. The Assistant Director of CFGS supports both institutional priorities and faculty-led initiatives, including research, academic programs, student scholarships and fellowships, and strategic college-wide projects. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required. This position reports to the Director of Corporate, Foundation and Government Support and is under the Vice President for College Advancement. 

Reed College offers an exceptional benefits package, including a comprehensive and cost-free medical and dental insurance option for you (Reed pays 60% on medical and dental insurance premiums for your dependent), 403(b) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution (after one year of service), educational assistance for employees and their children, 22 days of paid vacation, paid holidays, half-day Fridays in the summer, and many other campus amenities. This is a full-time position with typical work hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one hour unpaid lunch. 

Starting salary for this position is $65,000 - $69,000. Pay offers are contingent upon experience and are determined through an internal pay assessment. This is an exempt position in grade 6.

Who You Are

• You are a strong communicator—skilled at writing, editing, and translating complex academic or technical ideas for a variety of audiences.
• You are organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• You are collaborative and service-minded, able to build relationships with faculty, staff, funders, and partners.
• You are experienced in grant writing and fundraising, with knowledge of institutional prospect research, budgets, compliance, and reporting.
• You are motivated by the challenge of aligning innovative research and institutional priorities with external funding opportunities, and you bring creativity to identifying and cultivating these connections.
• You are curious and analytical, attentive to current events and trends in philanthropy, public funding, and corporate engagement.
• You are professional and discreet, exercising sound judgment in handling sensitive donor, faculty, student, and institutional information.
• You are flexible and proactive—comfortable working independently as well as in a team, and eager to grow your expertise in institutional fundraising.

What You’ll Do

• Draft, edit, and coordinate the submission of external funding requests—including letters of inquiry, concept papers, and full proposals—to foundations, corporations, and government agencies
• Develop clear, compelling written materials that convey Reed College’s funding needs and strategic priorities
• Conduct prospect research to identify and qualify potential institutional funders
• Organize and participate in donor cultivation and stewardship activities and meetings
• Provide guidance and support to faculty in pursuing and securing external funding for research and scholarship
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and the Business Office to prepare complete proposal packages, including narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation
• Maintain and monitor proposal and reporting calendars to ensure timely submissions
• Manage institutional donor compliance, including tracking and submitting all required reports
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in grant-related workshops and training for faculty
• Maintain accurate office records and institutional files, and ensure timely updates to the CRM system

Applications instructions

Click below to apply. You will be directed to Interfolio to create a free account and begin your application. A resume and cover letter are required. You can submit these documents in any format, but pdf works best. 

Applications will be considered as they are submitted so you are encouraged to apply early. 

Reed College replies to every candidate. We will confirm that your application is received, and if you are not selected, we will let you know as soon as possible.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in grant writing, institutional fundraising, corporate engagement/sponsorships, or sponsored research administration

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or advanced degree, and/or certification in fundraising, grant writing, or sponsored research administration
• Experience with foundation and government grant application systems
• Familiarity with institutional advancement, sponsored research administration, corporate social responsibility, or workforce development partnerships
• Experience with CRM, donor database, or grant management platforms
• Experience working in a higher education setting