Grants Administrator II (NHS)

CLEMU Clemson University; Clemson (SC); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Clemson University is seeking a Grants Administrator I to plan, develop, coordinate, and administer a statewide grant development and administration program. The role involves handling complex contractual issues, providing technical assistance, and ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines.

Responsibilities include proposal development, budget preparation, and liaison work with funding agencies as well as university departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities.

Responsabilités

• Plan, develop, coordinate and administer a statewide program of grant development and administration.
• Manage and resolve contractual problems and disputes in complex issues and create contractual agreements.
• Deliver technical assistance to faculty and administrators in proposal development and budget preparation; advise applicants on sponsor procedures.
• Establish relationships with funding agencies and collaborators; coordinate with post-award and pre-award offices for transition to award setup.

Connaissances

Grant administration

Contract negotiation

Budget preparation

Proposal development

Formation

Bachelor's degree in business administration/public administration/social sciences

Description du poste

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the OSP Assistant Director, plans, develops, coordinates and administers a statewide program of grant development and administration for a large state agency or department. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

• 35% - Manages and resolves contractual problems and disputes in complex issues such as intellectual property, publications, conflict of interest, insurance requirements, etc. and creates contractual agreements. Negotiates to finalize legal contract and grant agreements in compliance with University, state and federal regulations. This task has a high degree of autonomy and is complex.
• 10% - Stays abreast of and complies with federal, state, and sponsor guidelines. Attends professional development training as directed. Coordinates and presents workshops and programs to obtain college, faculty, staff and student grants and stipends for facilities and equipment, advanced study, in-service training and professional development.
• 40% - Delivers technical assistance to faculty and administrators in the development and preparation of proposals that represent and protect the interests of the University. Assists in application assembly and budget preparation. Advises applicants of sponsor procedures and policies required for proposal submissions after reviewing sponsor guidelines. Serves as the Grants Administrator I for the College of Architecture, Arts and Construction (CAAC), the College of Arts and Humanities (CAH), the Powers College of Business (PCOB) and non-academic units.
• 15% - Establishes effective relationships, and acts as a liaison between funding agencies, institution administrators and researchers. Collaborates with Grants and Contract Administration (post-award), departmental staff and the college business offices in the transition of pre-award proposals to award set-up. Complies reporting as needed in these areas.

JOB CODE & EMPLOYEE TYPE

JOB CODE: BE40 EMPLOYEE TYPE: Regular FTE Staff Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration or the social sciences and experience in contracts and grant administration activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 50% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 50%.

WORKING CONDITIONS

None: %

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range $65,000 - $75,000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

December 2, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process.

EEO STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

EMPLOYER BRANDING

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.