Sponsored Programs Officer

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Manages and administers sponsored programs within assigned constituency with a minimum of direction; assumes responsibility for pre-award proposal preparation and submission (including electronic proposal submission) and post-award project administration; reviews and prepares proposal budgets and institutional assurances; negotiates terms and conditions for federal, state, and industry funded grants and contracts that support the position of the institution; continually monitors fiscal performance and status of required deliverable items; provides guidance to Principal Investigators (PIs) and administrative staff related to sponsor requirements; reviews and approves project expenses for appropriateness and compliance with University and sponsor rules and regulations; participates in, and may conduct, in-service training for PIs, department administrators and other staff; serves on organization-wide committees; may hire, train and supervise student administrative workers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Level Degree or equivalent
• 2 years Business experience in an administrative capacity
• Customer service experience
• Problem-solving experience

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and experience using the Workday Grants Module strongly desired
• Knowledge of and experience with federal or private agency sponsors
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Knowledge of procurement
• Knowledge of budgeting
• Knowledge of accounting
• Knowledge of financial management
• Proficiency

Responsibilities

• Manages and administers sponsored programs within assigned constituency with a minimum of direction
• Assumes responsibility for pre-award proposal preparation and submission (including electronic proposal submission) and post-award project administration
• Reviews and prepares proposal budgets and institutional assurances
• Negotiates terms and conditions for federal, state, and industry funded grants and contracts that support the position of the institution
• Continually monitors fiscal performance and status of required deliverable items
• Provides guidance to Principal Investigators (PIs) and administrative staff related to sponsor requirements
• Reviews and approves project expenses for appropriateness and compliance with University and sponsor rules and regulations
• Participates in, and may conduct, in-service training for PIs, department administrators and other staff
• Serves on organization-wide committees
• May hire, train and supervise student administrative workers

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level