RISE Grant Program Coordinator

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 College’s 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 grant’s implementation, including timeline management, partner engagement, and student tracking
• Collaborate with Program Director’s 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

• Bachelor’s 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 College’s mission to transform lives and strengthen communities through accessible, innovative, and equitable healthcare education.

Salary Range: $43,037 - $53,797

Application review will begin 30 days after posting date.