Contracts Administrator - Office of Sponsored Programs
About The Position
The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) at Penn State is excited to welcome applications for a Contract Administrator (Grants and Contracts Administrator - Intermediate Professional). The Contract Administrator analyzes, negotiates, and administers sponsored programs; reviews and processes agreements; negotiates and drafts contract terms and sub awards; informs faculty and college personnel of special contractual requirements; resolves award issues; and ensures compliance with university guidelines. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Analyze, review, evaluate, and negotiate grants, contracts and other agreements with a variety of external sponsors. Review terms and conditions associated with proposal solicitations; interpret and negotiate sponsor requirements; identify the University’s exceptions to the sponsor’s terms and conditions. Draft and monitor agreements for compliance with contractual requirements, review and process agreement modifications. Write and negotiate sub-awards. Consult with office of Technology Management, Office of General Counsel, Risk Management, and other offices as required regarding special terms and conditions of sponsored programs. Advise faculty in interpreting and adhering to sponsor and University guidelines, resolve issues related to contract compliance; correspond with sponsors and sub-recipients regarding performance problems.
Requirements
- Familiarity with federal government regulations, especially the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) is required.
- The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent self-management skills, including the ability to prioritize a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment; communicate interpreted information, ideas, and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing; and apply sound judgment to identify and implement solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to be inclusive and respectful of others is required.
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Nice To Haves
- Experience with proposal preparation and post award management is preferred.
- Familiarity with Penn State's Strategic Information Management System (SIMS) is preferred.
- Completion of the Penn State ACOR Certification and Education Series (ACES) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, review, evaluate, and negotiate grants, contracts and other agreements with a variety of external sponsors.
- Review terms and conditions associated with proposal solicitations; interpret and negotiate sponsor requirements; identify the University’s exceptions to the sponsor’s terms and conditions.
- Draft and monitor agreements for compliance with contractual requirements, review and process agreement modifications.
- Write and negotiate sub-awards.
- Consult with office of Technology Management, Office of General Counsel, Risk Management, and other offices as required regarding special terms and conditions of sponsored programs.
- Advise faculty in interpreting and adhering to sponsor and University guidelines, resolve issues related to contract compliance; correspond with sponsors and sub-recipients regarding performance problems.
Benefits
- Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
- In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
- One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
