Research Grant Specialist

Boys Town • Omaha, NE

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides administrative support for development of grant applications, as well as the pre- and post-grant administration activities for BTNRH staff, and assists in the planning, organizing and monitoring of grant and contract activities. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Provides administrative support for development and submission of grant applications. Also includes the pre- and post-grant administration activities, including interpreting sponsor guidelines, compliance issues, and other regulations. Responds to inquiries from investigators, sponsors and institute administrators regarding sponsored project proposals, awards, and contracts. Assists in the planning, organizing and monitoring of grant activities. Assists with the entering of proposal and award information in a database. Designs and/or coordinates special forms and studies, such as surveys and statistical analyses for grants and other activities as directed. Works with Grant Accounting in developing operating budgets and budget justifications. Provides skilled support to maintain efficient operation of grants administration. Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills in applying a detailed knowledge of grant responsibilities.

Requirements

• Ability to apply knowledge of principles of grant activity and experience in organizing such activities.
• Ability to coordinate and complete complex projects on time and efficiently.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and use analytical skills, with close attention to details.
• Ability to communicate concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to work well with diverse professional and support staff.
• Ability to establish work priorities and provide follow through, to ensure completion of activities in accordance with deadlines, multi-task, coordinate collaborative efforts, and work flexibly with others as well as to provide strong support to researchers and perform with a high degree of accuracy in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
• High level of computer proficiency in a variety of application software, such as Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), and AdobePro.
• Self-motivated and a positive attitude through a display of action, cooperation, integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, close attention to details, math aptitude, and analytical/organizational skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of grants or contracts experience or equivalent combination of related education and experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Detail-oriented problem solvers with a strong understanding of grant regulations, experience in grants management or financial/subcontract reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support for development and submission of grant applications.
• Includes the pre- and post-grant administration activities, including interpreting sponsor guidelines, compliance issues, and other regulations.
• Responds to inquiries from investigators, sponsors and institute administrators regarding sponsored project proposals, awards, and contracts.
• Assists in the planning, organizing and monitoring of grant activities.
• Assists with the entering of proposal and award information in a database.
• Designs and/or coordinates special forms and studies, such as surveys and statistical analyses for grants and other activities as directed.
• Works with Grant Accounting in developing operating budgets and budget justifications.
• Provides skilled support to maintain efficient operation of grants administration.
• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills in applying a detailed knowledge of grant responsibilities.

Benefits

• A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location.
• Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.
• Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees