Grants Specialist - OGRS Job South Orange area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Under the supervision of the Compliance, Grants and Grants Information Systems Manager, the core work is with faculty and university personnel to develop proposals for grants and contracts for research, teaching and education; responsible for proactive outreach and pre-award support, budget development, consistent application of the Office of Grants & Research Services (OGRS) policies and knowledge and use of grant systems locally and in funding agencies for grant application/subcontract processing and review.

The office is part of the Provost's Office and closely works and cooperates with Corporate and Foundation Relations, Grants Accounting and other academic functions, and will perform the core work functions with those units as well, representing OGRS. Supports the Director and Grants and Grants Information Systems Manager with projects as assigned and assists in the work of support through the entire life cycle of grants.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Work with faculty and university personnel to develop proposals for grants and contracts for research, teaching and education; responsible for proactive outreach and pre-award activity, budget development, consistent application of the Office of Grants & Research Services (OGRS) policies and knowledge and use of grant systems locally and in funding agencies for grant application/subcontract processing and review. Assist the implementation of grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and preparing required reports.

Regularly assess project performance against the plan, identify deviations, and takes corrective actions. Supports the Director and Grants and Grants Information Systems Manager with projects as assigned and assists in the work of support through the entire life cycle of grants.

2. Assist in the development and documentation of policies, procedures and guidelines in the areas of proposal submission, award compliance and administration, and subaward processes. Provide training and serve as resource in the implementation of changes in practice to conform to policy as required.

3. Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise in sponsors’ regulations, systems, policies and procedures.

4. Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Required a Bachelor's Degree
Prefer Master's Degree

Desired

Qualifications:

Experience in grant administration desirable
Grant Systems

Salary Range:

$52,000 - $71,500

Exempt/Nonexempt:

Exempt

Physical Demands:

General Office Environment

Benefits Information:

Full Time Benefits

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Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives.

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