Grants and Contracts Professional 1

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thirteen paid vacation days per year

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Excellent health care benefits

Wellbeing Program

Yearly merit increase program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks an operational support professional to manage grant programs in Minneapolis. This role involves overseeing application workflows, ensuring compliance and financial logistics, and supporting annual grantee reporting.

The ideal candidate will hold a BA/BS or equivalent experience, possess strong grant processing knowledge, and demonstrate precision in task management. Benefits include paid vacation, tuition reimbursement, and excellent healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience applying knowledge to tasks with a focus on deadlines.
• Previous grant processing or project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage grantee reporting and tracking activities.

Skills

Precision and accuracy

Time management

Grant processing knowledge

Familiarity with grant management software

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Position Overview: This position provides primary operational support for North Central SARE grant programs. The role manages the end-to-end workflow for application cycles across six programs, including compliance screening, reviewer recruitment, and panel coordination. Additionally, the position handles routine financial logistics for review committees and supports the tracking of approximately 200 annual grantee reports to ensure alignment with program requirements. Operating within established protocols, the position ensures all grant management, financial, and reporting outcomes meet institutional standards.

Please apply by June 8, 2026. A start date before July 8, 2026 is preferred. Required application materials include a resume and cover letter.

Responsibilities

• 15% - Grantee Reporting & Tracking

What you'll need

• BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least four years.
• Experience applying knowledge and skills to recurring tasks with a high emphasis on precision, accuracy, and meeting tight deadlines.
• Previous experience in grant processing or sponsored project management, including familiarity with grant management software.

For the full job description, visit the UMN career site: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/373928

What we provide (Civil Service/Labor Rep)

• Thirteen paid vacation days per year (starting accrual rate), in addition to 13 paid sick days and 11 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities cover 75% - 100% of eligible tuition.
• Excellent and affordable health care benefits.
• Wellbeing Program (reduction in annual premiums).
• Yearly merit increase program.
• Many professional development opportunities.

Click here for more information: https://hr.umn.edu/Jobs/Applicant-Center/About-Working-U/Benefits-Working-U-M