Overview
Grants and Contracts Specialist II, CALS. This position manages the administration of externally sponsored projects such as grants and contracts at the college, program or unit level, ensuring compliance with university policies, sponsor requirements and applicable regulations. The successful candidate will play a key role in facilitating successful program management within a unit or area. This position will work with the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) to review and process all pre and post award functions including assigned agreements, modifications and requests for sponsor prior approval, with a focus on moderate- to high-risk project types.
Responsibilities
- Collect, analyze, interpret and document required information from sponsored project agreements and amendments
- Collaborate with faculty, researchers and / or staff to develop, review and submit sponsored project proposals
- Monitor project budgets, expenditures and financial reports to ensure compliance with sponsor and university guidelines
- Work closely with Principal Investigators (PI) and Co-PIs to address any sponsored project related issues
- Facilitate the timely and accurate closeout of sponsored projects
- Provide guidance and training to faculty and staff on sponsored project policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications / Required Experience
Three years performing administrative or office support functionsComposing, proofing and editing a variety of business documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materialsUsing computer software and applications for word processing, spreadsheets, email and internet researchInterpreting, explaining and applying laws, regulations, and policies, including university, federal, state and / or sponsor regulationsIndependently managing projects that involve multiple stakeholdersSeniorities & Type
Seniority level : Mid-Senior levelEmployment type : ContractJob function : OtherIndustries : Higher EducationNote : This description reflects the core responsibilities and qualifications for the Grants and Contracts Specialist II, CALS. The role may include additional duties as assigned.
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