Director of Operations - Proposals and Submissions

Requisition : 202500038ES

Title :

Director of Operations - Proposals and Submissions

FLSA status : Exempt

Hiring Salary :

Commensurate with education and experience.

Department :

Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP)

Division :

Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date : 09 / 16 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement :

Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Five years full-time professional experience at an educational institution or related experience. Preference will be given to candidates with either a Certified Research Administrator (CRA®), or Certified Pre-Award Research Administrator (CPRA®) certificate. Experience and demonstrated success in managing staff and resources preferred. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position :

Performs as the Director of Submissions and Awards for the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) in all phases of departmental operations. Provides control of grants management and budget development in terms of sponsor requirements. Develops, implements, and trains university faculty and staff on standard operational policies to ensure fiscal accountability and operational excellence. Creates synergy, tools, resources, and seamless processes among the Submissions and Awards unit, the Research and Proposal Development unit, and the Office of Research Administration to curate a top-tier experience for campus researchers.

Primary Responsibilities :

Directs day-to-day operations of proposal submissions and award staff. Responsible for organizing, planning, and evaluating personnel, work assignments, supervision, training, and technical direction of staff. Maintains an on-line platform for grant development, and routing, submissions, and awards. Develops strategies and processes to optimize operations for the department. Develops, documents, and implements internal control procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure fiscal, regulatory, confidentiality, and security accountability. Coordinates and oversees the development of all grants from notification through submission. Develops and coordinates training on SOPs for university faculty and staff. Gives presentations and provides training to staff and faculty of the university. Develops financial and grants submission policies and procedures in accordance with national research administration standards. Develops and tracks proposals for institutional reporting. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications :

Requires exceptional interpersonal skills to work with Faculty, Deans, Senior Administration, Sponsors and other key contacts. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of research administration information systems. Requires exceptional written and oral communication skills along with attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management skills. Interprets and applies complex directives, policies, regulations, statues, and procedures.

This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Full Time Part Time :

Full Time

Quicklink :

https : / / shsu.peopleadmin.com / postings / 44897

EEO Statement :

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke / Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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