Grants Administrator I

SUMMARY:

The Grant Administrator – Post Award, under general supervision, provides support for post-award sponsored research project administration. Establishes accounts in the A&M System accounting system. Reviews and interprets award terms and conditions, cost sharing requirements, award budget, sponsor regulations, deliverable requirements and System policies. Prepares award notices.

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors/Supervises the fiscal integrity of the general ledger accounts related to grants.
• Monitors/Supervises the reporting requirements for grants and contracts to ensure compliance with funding, agency guidelines, and facilitates the timely submission of all grant related requirements.
• Coordinates administrative and financial details with proposal administrators, financial office, researchers, and other personnel with an emphasis on post-award administration of sponsored projects.
• Interprets/communicates award documents, sponsor regulations, federal, and state laws/regulations System policies and member rules for/to researches and departmental staff.
• Contacts sponsors for revisions and approvals, which include budget revisions, compliance issues, change of Principal Investigator, time extensions, additional funds requests, etc.
• Prepares documentation and enters award terms and other financial information into the A&M System accounting and research administration systems, which includes budget, revenue, billing requirements, facilities and administrative cost distribution, cost-sharing commitments, indirect cost distribution, compliance regulations and reporting requirements.
• Approves expenditures and disbursements of funds. Researches regulations to provide financial and regulatory guidance on non-standard or issues to researchers, departments and administrative offices. Provides financial data, as requested, to researchers, departments, members, sponsors and auditors. Monitors cost sharing committed to sponsor.
• Initiates financial close-out of sponsored research projects according to sponsor guidelines.
• Monitors and coordinates Time and Effort Reporting requirements and certification in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations 2 CFR 200.430 and the A&M System policy and procedures.
• Coordinates the fiscal integrity of the general ledger accounts related to grants with the Grant Financial Accountant.
• Coordinates the reporting requirements for grants and contracts to ensure compliance with funding, agency guidelines, and facilitates the timely submission of all grant related requirements with the Grant Financial Accountant.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Two (2) years of related experience. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Verbal and written communication skills. Organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: None
• Physical Requirements: None
• Other Requirements: None

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

MBA; CRA certification; Higher education experience/Grant research experience

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

NA

WHY WORK AT EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY?

Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:

• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).
• Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

Career Growth & Development:

• Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution.

Academic Excellence:

• ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs.
• Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options.
• First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
• Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online.

State-of-the-Art Facilities:

• Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm.

Vibrant Campus Life:

• Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community.

Prime Location & Growth:

• Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas.

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