Grants Program Administrator I

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 52,100 - 70,300; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Clemson, SC seeks a Grants Administrator I to plan, develop, coordinate and administer a statewide program of grant development and administration for a large state agency or department.

The role includes managing data systems, workshops on proposal processing and sponsor requirements, and providing technical assistance to faculty and administrators while ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in business, personnel, grant-in-aid or public administration preferred.
• 1+ years work experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains electronic filing system and university database for proposals and grants; prepares reports for faculty and administration on awards and ongoing research projects; assigns submission tasks and maintains submission calendar.
• Develops and presents workshops on proposal processing, sponsor requirements and university policies.
• Provides technical assistance to faculty and administrators in proposal development and compliance with sponsor requirements.
• Reviews complex issues such as contracts, budgeting, and insurance related to awards; submits documents to OSP for signature and coordinates revisions.
• Provides budgeting assistance and ensures proper documentation and approvals for financial setup.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, personnel, grant-in-aid or public administration

Job description

Clemson University in Clemson, SC seeks a Grants Administrator I to plan, develop, coordinate and administer a statewide program of grant development and administration for a large state agency or department.

The role includes managing data systems, workshops on proposal processing and sponsor requirements, and providing technical assistance to faculty and administrators while ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.