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RISE Grant Program Coordinator

RISE Grant Program Coordinator

Tennessee Board of RegentsChattanooga, Tennessee, USA
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We have an opening for a RISE Grant Program Coordinator at our Chattanooga State Campus!

  • This is a grant-funded position

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values : - We cultivate a welcome and caring environment.

  • We care about the well-being of each other.
  • We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

    • Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State a dedicated team that delivers accessible innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together we enrich the lives of students and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

    Position Summary :

    Chattanooga State Community College seeks a dynamic and mission-driven professional to serve as the Rural Grant Coordinator for the Rural Initiatives for Student Excellence in Healthcare Pathways (RISE ) grant funded by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC). This full-time grant-funded role provides strategic operational and student-centered support to expand healthcare education pathways for rural and underserved populations across the Colleges service area. The coordinator will report directly to the Dean of Nursing & Allied Health and play a vital role in connecting high school students faculty and community stakeholders to healthcare education and career pathways.

    Essential Functions :

  • Coordinate all aspects of the RISE grants implementation including timeline management partner engagement and student tracking
  • Collaborate with Program Directors to plan and execute grant-related activities such as site visits career exploration events and faculty development sessions
  • Maintain data and prepare internal and external reports documenting program progress and impact
  • Collaborate with internal departments (Advising Admissions Dual Enrollment Financial Aid Institutional Effectiveness) to streamline student services for rural cohorts
  • Travel to rural schools and community sites as needed to support implementation and relationship-building

    • Holistic Student Support

  • Foster a student-centered approach by coordinating advising recruitment onboarding and wraparound services for rural healthcare pathway students
  • Partner with faculty advisors and high school counselors to provide proactive interventions and academic support
  • Support equity and access by identifying and addressing barriers to student participation and success in rural settings

    • Fiscal Stewardship

  • Manage day-to-day budget tracking for RISE grant expenditures in alignment with institutional guidelines
  • Work closely with Admin 3 on travel coordination and grant-related purchases ensuring compliance and documentation accuracy
  • Prepare budget reports and assist with grant audits in collaboration with the Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs

    • Organizational Culture

  • Promote collaboration and transparency across departments and with external partners
  • Serve as a liaison between Chattanooga State K-12 schools healthcare partners and rural communities
  • Represent the College positively in all external communications and partnership activities

    • Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

  • Support dual enrollment and work-based learning opportunities for high school students in healthcare fields
  • Coordinate logistics for rural site delivery including faculty assignments classroom readiness and clinical alignment
  • Contribute to innovative approaches that align academic programming with community workforce needs and rural healthcare access

    • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in education healthcare public administration or related field
  • At least 2 years of experience in program coordination grant administration student services or community outreach
  • Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with a diverse population
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems
  • Willingness to travel regionally to rural partner locations

    • Additional Information :

    This is a full-time position contingent upon continued external funding through the THEC RISE grant. The Rural Grant Coordinator will be a key contributor to fulfilling the Colleges mission to transform lives and strengthen communities through accessible innovative and equitable healthcare education.

    Salary Range : $43037 - $53797

    Application review will begin 30 days after posting date.

    Required Experience :

    Key Skills

    Project / Program Management,Program Management,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Organizational skills,Data Collection,Meeting Facilitation,Utilization Review,Administrative Experience,Program Development,Public Speaking,Supervising Experience,Social Work

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 43037 - 53797

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