Salary: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 021794
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Programs, Reentry & Rehabilitation Services
Opening Date: 09/15/2026
Closing Date: 9/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: BE40
Position Number:: 021794
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $80,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $95,000.00

Job Responsibilities

• SCDC is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented grants professional to coordinate and support the agency's grant development and grant management activities.
• This position researches and identifies federal, state, and local funding opportunities that align with SCDC's missions, programs and operational needs and develops comprehensive grant proposals, including narratives, budgets and supporting documentation, to secure funding.
• The position collaborates with SCDC leadership, divisions, institutions, project directors, FIN.
• Accounting, general counsel, procurement, and external partners to assess funding needs, develop competitive proposals, prepare grant budgets, and ensure timely submission of applications.
• The position also provides ongoing technical assistance and support to project directors throughout the grant lifecycle, including expenditure tracking, procurement, budget monitoring, reporting amendments, and closeout activities.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree and ten (10) years experience in business administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities.
Preferred Qualifications

Prefer five (5) years proven experience in formulating, writing, editing and submitting grant applications.
Additional Comments

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01

Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)
03

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
04

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

05

How many years of experience do you have in business administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities?

• Less than a year
• 1 Year, less than 2
• 2 Years, less than 3
• 3 Years, less than 4
• 4 Years, less than 5
• 5 Years, less than 6
• 6 Years, less than 7
• 7 Years, less than 8
• 8 Years, less than 9
• 9 Years, less than 10
• 10 or more years

06

How many years of proven experience in formulating, writing, editing and submitting grant applications?

• Less than a year.
• 1 year, less than 2.
• 2 years, less than 3.
• 3 years, less than 4.
• 4 years, less than 5.
• 5 years, less than 6.
• 6 years, less than 7.
• 7 years, less than 8.
• 8 years, less than 9.
• 9 years, less than 10.
• 10 or more years.
• None.

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