Grant Administrator

As a Grant Specialist at Kansas State University, you will play a critical role in supporting initiatives associated with K-State 105 and the Kansas Water Institute programs. Your primary responsibilities will include preaward research administration, with a focus on proposal review, budgetary guidance, and compliance with state laws and regulations, as well as university policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide budgetary guidance to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations and university policies.
• Assist with program team(s) to ensure a streamlined experience when collaborating with both internal and external partners.
• Develop service agreements, negotiate and facilitate through execution, and provide oversight regarding project management needs.
• Ensure central oversight regarding partner payments and potential issues that may arise regarding partner compliance with service agreement deliverables.

Why Work with Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and holidays. We also provide a full range of assistance to faculty, staff, and administrators in obtaining and administering funding from non-university sources to support K-State's creative and scholarly activities.

What We Offer:

This position is eligible for hybrid worksite, with work performed partially remote and partially on employer premises or designated assignment location. We support diversity and inclusion, and the university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• One year of relevant experience

This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by the hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years experience in Grants and Contract Administration
• Advanced degree, such as a M.B.A. with emphasis on accounting or finance
• Certified Research Administrator certification
• Strong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills-experience
• Experience in the interpretation and application of guidelines, statutes and regulations

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three professional references with contact information

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$47,486 - $55,000 annually

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.