Grants Administrator

About the position

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Grants Administrator. The Grants Administrator will be responsible for providing sponsored program administration; assisting with proposal development; reviewing contractual agreements; preparing required financial reporting; coordinating and preparing project closeout activities; consulting on allowable expenditures; and interacting with faculty, staff, and senior officials at sponsoring agencies and collaborating institutions. This position knows and articulates policies and procedures of the university and sponsoring agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grant proposal development to ensure complete proposals are submitted in an accurate and timely manner.
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to develop timelines for activities related to the proposal.
• Understand and interpret complex proposal requirements for state, federal, and private agencies and be able to prioritize and manage updates from sponsors.
• Assist with budget development in alignment with university and sponsor policies and federal cost principles.
• Review proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with campus policies and external regulations.
• Prepare required forms and enter proposals in various grant online systems.
• Create awards and grants in Workday ERP.
• Monitor financial activity on grants.
• Manage, prepare, and submit sponsor billings.
• Prepare, submit, and manage effort certifications.
• Coordinate close-out of awards/grants.
• Provide support on special projects and report requirements.
• Develop, update, and disseminate policies and procedures.
• Provide award/grant training to affected personnel.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Prepare and submit Research and Federal Expense reports.
• Other grant related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or relevant field from a regionally accredited institution.
• At least 2 years of related professional experience in finance, accounting, budget, grants, and/or contracts administration.
• Knowledge of Federal grant regulations and generally accepted accounting principles.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and ability to speak effectively to a variety of stakeholders from all different backgrounds; ability to explain complex policies and procedures clearly, effectively, and efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and handle confidential matters appropriately.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of Federal Audit or Inspector General processes.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree.
• Prior experience of two or more years working in a Sponsored Projects/Programs/Grants Office in an educational setting.
• CRA, CPRA, or CFRA certification.
• Proficient with Workday or other ERP systems common to higher education.
• Experience submitting proposals on ASSIST, Grants.gov, and/or Research.gov.
• Demonstrated experience in managing budgets.

Benefits

• Budgeted salary for this position is $59,186.
• 17.50% retirement match.
• 24 annual leave days.
• Beginning balance of 30 sick leave days.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Educational benefits.
• Three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.