Grant and Contract Specialist I - 524655

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $48,600 - Midpoint: $60,800 (Salaried E7)
Department/Organization: 702201 - Sponsored Program Admin
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm
Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy .
Job Summary: The Grant and Contract Specialist I assists faculty and staff in the review and processing of sponsored project proposals and in the review and revision of sponsored project budgets. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local government administrative requirements related to pre-award and/or post-award sponsored project activities.
Additional Department Summary: Assist faculty and staff in analyzing sources of sponsored support, in preparation and processing of applications and proposals for sponsored funding, and in pre-award and non-financial post-award administration of contracts and grants.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher and some experience in a business or legal work environment.
Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel. Customer service-oriented with the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Approximately two years of professional work experience. Experience in the preparation and processing of grant and/or contract proposals and sponsored agreement administration is highly desired. Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, budget development and proficiency with database applications.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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