Senior Grants and Contracts Officer (Administrative Analyst/Specialist-Exempt II)

California State University-Fullerton • Fullerton, CA

235d • $5,537 - $7,405

About The Position

The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) works with other units throughout campus to seek external support for faculty research, scholarship, creative activity and institutional projects that support the educational and service mission of the university. ORSP staff assist with proposal development (Office of Research Development), proposal submission, contract negotiation (Office of Grants and Contracts), and post award support (Office of Sponsored Programs), and help to assure that research and sponsored programs are conducted in accordance with the highest ethical and regulatory standards (Office of Research Compliance). We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Senior Grants and Contracts Officer (Administrative Analyst/Specialist-Exempt II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness. Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Grants and Contracts (OGC) and functioning as part of the OGC team, the Senior Grants and Contracts Officer (Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt II) provides high-quality support and customer service to faculty, staff, and funding agency ('Sponsor') representatives. Serves as the lead/primary contact for selected colleges or campus units in preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and university policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving the study, analysis, evaluation, development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices or programs.
• Four years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of and the ability to apply standard theories, principles, practices, and techniques applicable to the program and/or administrative specialty.
• Thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures, and outside regulations pertaining to the applicable program and/or administrative specialty.
• Ability to take initiative and plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations with numerous and diverse demands.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA).
• Five years of related experience in a pre-award or post-award office at a university or research institute.
• Experience negotiating contracts, including identifying problematic language and crafting alternate language.
• Extensive experience reviewing sponsor guidelines/Request for Proposals and preparing complex budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and assistance to faculty, administrators, and staff with all aspects of proposal preparation, including interpretation and clarification of Sponsor guidelines, budget development and review, and completion of required forms.
• Identify areas of risk and concern before proposal submission and ensure timely submission of accurate proposals.
• Coordinate the campus approval processes for proposals via Cayuse S2S and other pertinent pre-award documents.
• Draft, review, analyze, negotiate, and recommend grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other agreements for acceptance by the CSU Fullerton Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC).
• Provide training for faculty and staff in all pre-award processes and procedures.
• Manage the sub-award issuance process and educate individuals on campus regarding sub-recipient regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with the Sponsored Programs Compliance Officer to discuss subcontract procedures and participate in policy updates.
• Assist in logistical preparation for various campus-wide events, workshops, and meetings.

Benefits

• Access to campus facilities and services including the Grand Central Art Center, Arboretum and Botanical Garden, and Titan Recreation Center.
• Employee Wellness Program.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree