Grant & Contract Assistant

Grant And Contract Assistant

The Sponsored Programs Office (SPO) is looking for a motivated, dynamic, highly organized individual to join our team as a Grant and Contract Assistant (GCA). The GCA will provide support for the data entry and budget creation aspects of new/existing externally sponsored projects across the University. The GCA also assists with the close out of grants, contracts, and routing of other agreements.

As time permits, the GCA will also assist with other aspects within Sponsored Programs in regard to pre-award, post-award, and sub-award processes.

This position is telework eligible within the state of Utah. Telework outside of the state of Utah is subject to review and approval by the University prior to a job offer being extended.

• Assist the Post-Award team with data entry into Kuali. This may include the setup of new awards, creation of budgets, uploading files, and closing out awards.
• Assist with the tracking and workflow of award tasks and closeouts. This may include notifying appropriate recipients of new awards and modifications and reviewing awards for closeout compliance.
• Performs work using various databases and electronic systems.
• Engages in professional development and educational opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work independently, effectively, and efficiently under tight time constraints.
• Effective written and verbal interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to cultivate positive relationships with faculty and staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in a higher education setting.
• Knowledge of federal requirements as it relates to sponsored projects.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
• Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

** Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Minimum of $43,000, commensurate with experience

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges.

Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the  season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

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