About Golden West College 

Located in beautiful Huntington Beach, California, Golden West College is a two-year college, serving over 10,500 students on a 122-acre campus. GWC offers over 60 Associate degrees, a strong university transfer program, more than 40 Career and Technical Education certificates, community education, and extensive student support services. Founded in 1966, Golden West College has been widely recognized for its pioneering leadership in designing learning-centered programs and services for its students. Additionally, GWC is an officially designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and has an eligibility designation as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI).  

D.E.I.A - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility 

At Golden West College we are committed to providing high quality education and equitable outcomes through inclusive practices that support and celebrate everyone. We welcome candidates that share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. Please visit the links below to learn more information about GWC:

• Mission, Vison and Values
• GWC Vision 2030 Comprehensive Master Plan
• GWC Employee-Student Demographics
• Student Equity and Achievement Program 

1. Coordinates the planning and preparation of grant proposals for one or more departments; provides guidance and assistance to administrators, managers, and staff in the interpretation of funding agency regulations and requirements.
2. Serves as a liaison between college personnel and granting agencies in the budgeting and preparation of grant proposals; researches agency requirements and compiles and prepares comprehensive budget justifications.
3. Coordinates and assists in the design, preparation and submission of project deliverables related to assigned grants, as appropriate.
4. Works closely and collaborates with college personnel and state-wide partnerships to ensure up-to-date information, trends, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to grant writing, evaluation, and submission are communicated; coordinates meetings with identified individuals, departments and agencies, as needed. Maintains and updates all meeting documentation according to procedure.
5. Maintains information in the various grants databases and systems for recording and tracking grant proposals, awards, and related statistical information; creates and distributes standard and special presentations, reports, studies, summaries, and analyses.
6. Researches new funding opportunities available through local, state and federal government agencies. Develops and maintains various communications and informational resource materials related to grant programs and available grant resources.
7. Provides information about proposal development strategies, policies and procedures related to grants, grant terminology, grant management and other grant writing and development.
8. Sets up monitoring and information flow for up-to-date reporting of grant program and budget performance.
9. Monitors and coordinates the administration of post-award grants to ensure that budgeting and administrative policies, procedures, and agency requirements are being followed; manages administrative problems and/or budget changes occurring during the
   awarded grating period.
10. Maintains currency of knowledge of grant funding policies, regulations, and procedures, disseminates and/or presents changes to departments and advises on the implementation of changes and on the impact of changes on funded operations.
11. Assists with grant analytics through development and maintenance of a network of contacts with funding agency officials and collaborating organizations.
12. Provides information about proposal development strategies, policies and procedures related to grants, grant terminology, and other grant writing and development.
13. Assists with the review of grant proposals prepared by departments for clarity, succinctness, conformity with funding program priorities, and for compliance with the policies and outcomes required by issuing government and private entities.
14. Maintains and updates information for up-to-date reporting of grant program and budget performance.
15. Works closely with administrators, managers, and staff in monitoring grant activity, preparing compliance reports, and submitting claims for reimbursement.
16. Maintains necessary records, files, reports, databases, and resource materials pertinent to grants office activities.
17. Develops formats for regular communications to grantors offering up-to-date information and status.
18. May assist with oversight of staff within the assigned department/division or within another department for grant reporting, budget compliance, and outcomes.
19. Maintains up-to-date knowledge and awareness of grant opportunities and trends.
20. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
21. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 – Code of Professional Ethics.

1. The position requires specialized knowledge of managerial accounting to conduct financial and value-added analyses of cost proposal, cost-benefit and risk-return studies, and systems for monitoring budgeted funds flows.
2. Requires knowledge of philanthropic, civic, federal, state, local, and other governmental forms of grant opportunities.
3. Requires knowledge of grant opportunities for education.
4. Requires knowledge of regulations and procedures for grant seeking, funding, and administration in the public sector.
5. Requires well-developed knowledge of and skill at using computerized applications such as those for office productivity, fundamental and web-based research.
6. Requires advanced knowledge of and skill at oral and written English to prepare professional correspondence, presentations, and compelling grant proposals.
7. Requires well-developed human relations skills to be persuasive in introductions and presentations to outside individuals and groups.

1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
2. Requires the ability to develop, identify, and implement annual goals and objectives for a grant and specific services and link budgeted fiscal progress.
3. Requires the ability to maintain program budgets.
4. Requires the ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with college staff, community members, outside agencies/partnerships, and co-workers.
5. Requires the ability demonstrate sound judgement and creativity in the application and interpretation of grant provisions, grantor requirements, rules and regulations.
6. Requires the ability to write in a professional manner, proofread and edit accurately, and compile presentation-quality reports.
7. Requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision; utilizing critical thinking and problem solving skills.
8. Requires the ability to organize workloads and meet deadlines.
9. Requires the ability to research, write, and edit materials for grants.
10. Must be able to provide direction to others and to organize and manage multiple projects.
11. Requires the ability to work cooperatively and productively with others.

1. The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
2. Essential functions will vary by position.
3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (“FEHA”), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

This is an IN-HOUSE ONLY, regular, full-time, 12 month per year classified position. The normal hours of work are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours will vary and may include nights and/or weekends in order to meet the needs of the department. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. 

ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310) (Download PDF reader) to check if your application may be impacted. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.  If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at 714-438-4714 or 714-438-4716. 

Application Requirements 

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at http://www.cccd.edu/employment by the application deadline: 11:59 pm, Thursday August 28, 2025.

Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable). 

A complete application packet includes:

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience.
3. A Cover Letter detailing your experience related to the role.
4. Responses to Supplemental Questions. Please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance by emailing jobs@cccd.edu or by calling 714.438.4716.

PAY PHILOSOPHY: 

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits. Please visit the benefits tab above for additional information.  

• Generous medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans for employees and dependents
• 21 paid holidays
• Cumulative sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Longevity salary programs
• PERS/STRS retirement plans
• Deferred compensation/457 plans
• Employee Assistance Program

Employment Information

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 )
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; AND
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information. The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline, Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College.  

Coast Community College District Title IX:

https://prod.cccd.edu/employees/hr/title9/index.html