Programs Post-Award Specialist II or III

Sponsored Programs Post-Award Specialist II or III University of Nebraska-Lincoln Job Summary

The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) invites applications for a Post-Award Specialist position at either the Specialist II or Specialist III level, depending on qualifications and experience. The specialist is responsible for the financial management of gifts, grants, and contracts received by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL). Duties include preparing and certifying financial reports, processing and closing awards, and acting as liaison between the university and external funding agencies.

At the Specialist III level, additional responsibilities involve advanced guidance to faculty and staff, leading training sessions, and mentoring OSP staff.

The Office of Sponsored Programs supports the UNL community in securing and managing external funding for research, creative, and scholarly activities. We provide pre‑award and post‑award services throughout the award life cycle. The Post‑Award Team oversees the final phases of the grant life cycle, ensuring streamlined financial and administrative management, regulatory compliance, and responsible stewardship of funds. The team collaborates with campus business units to facilitate efficient financial project management.

At UNL, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for a welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. Full‑time, regular staff enjoy generous paid time off, comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance options, an employee & dependent scholarship program, and a generous retirement plan with a university match.

• Level II:
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or related field plus 2 years of experience in an accounting, educational, or governmental office setting, including administration of grants/contracts; additional years of relevant experience 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 recordkeeping 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.
• Level III:
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or related field plus 4 years of experience in an accounting, educational, or governmental office setting, including administration of grants/contracts; additional years of relevant experience 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 recordkeeping 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.
  • Experience using SAP or similar enterprise systems for efficient task and data management.

• Level II:
  • Experience in a university or state grants setting.
  • Post‑Award grant management experience.
  • Experience with all Microsoft Office products.
  • Experience with SAP.
  • Experience with UNL warehouse.
  • CRA and/or CGFM certification.
• Level III:
  • Master's degree in business administration, accounting or related field.
  • Experience in a university or state grants setting.
  • Post‑Award grant management experience.
  • Experience with all Microsoft Office products.
  • Experience with SAP.
  • Experience with UNL warehouse.
  • CRA, CPA, and/or CGFM certifications.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented and consistently accurate in transactional work, including account setup and data manipulation. They bring strong organizational and communication skills, are able to manage and prioritize tasks effectively throughout a project timeline, and have a solid understanding of federal regulations such as Uniform Guidance and FAR clauses. Proficiency with enterprise systems like SAP…