Grants Operations & Compliance Specialist

Marquette University; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquette University in Milwaukee seeks a Specialist, Grants Services Center to monitor award progress, report to Principal Investigators, and manage grant-related transactions in line with university policies. The role supports PIs, uses institutional reporting systems, and helps design tools to balance workload and output while upholding compliance and service excellence.

Candidates with a high school diploma and 3+ years of related experience, and preferably a Bachelor's degree, are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least three years of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Familiarity with project administration and grant management.
• Project administration/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clear summaries of awards and provide necessary forms and modifications.
• Track funding, expenditures, and balances; assist with resolution of issues.
• Prepare financial projections and spending forecasts.
• Troubleshoot grant-related issues with central offices.
• Serve as the primary liaison between PIs and research administration.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Grant administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Marquette University in Milwaukee seeks a Specialist, Grants Services Center to monitor award progress, report to Principal Investigators, and manage grant-related transactions in line with university policies. The role supports PIs, uses institutional reporting systems, and helps design tools to balance workload and output while upholding compliance and service excellence.

Candidates with a high school diploma and 3+ years of related experience, and preferably a Bachelor's degree, are