Programs Post-Award Specialist II

Overview

At the University of Nebraska—Lincoln, the Office of Sponsored Programs supports the UNL community in securing and managing external funding for research, creative, and scholarly activities. The Post‑Award Team oversees the final phases of the grant lifecycle, ensuring effective financial and administrative management, regulatory compliance, and responsible stewardship of funds enabling researchers to focus on their research.

• Partner with principal investigators and campus teams to manage funding and ensure compliance from award through closeout.
• Monitor grant accounts and advise on budgeting, spending, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and certify financial reports, invoices, and other grant‑related documentation.
• Manage subrecipient agreements and oversee subcontractor activity.
• Support audits, site visits, and compliance reviews.
• Provide training and guidance to faculty and staff on grant management practices.
• Collaborate with campus partners and external agencies to support sponsored programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field plus 2 years of experience in an accounting, educational, or governmental office setting, including experience with administration of grants/contracts. Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Proficiency in word processing, database management, spreadsheets, and presentation software (e.g., MS Office Suite).
• Demonstrated experience in accountancy, including financial record‑keeping and reporting.
• Familiarity with Uniform Guidance, FAR clauses, and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
• Knowledge of federal agency‑specific compliance standards and reporting requirements.

• Post‑award grant management experience in higher education or state setting.
• Experience with SAP or similar enterprise system.

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education.

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