Grants Travel Lead Coordinator

The Ohio State University; United States; Remote; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grants Travel Lead Coordinator at The Ohio State University will provide high level fiscal and compliance support to the Grants Compliance Teams. The role serves as a content expert for faculty and administrators on sponsor program funding and manages a complex workload with independent decision-making.

Ideal candidates will interpret highly complex sponsor guidelines, mentor less experienced staff, and communicate clearly.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of experience with electronic research tools and financial management systems.
• Significant experience in research administration and reviewing financial transactions.
• Desirable: CRA/CFRA/CPSM certifications and Workday Financials experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level fiscal and compliance support to the Grants Compliance Teams.
• Serve as content expert for faculty, investigators, and college administrators on sponsor program funding.
• Manage a complex workload with independent decision-making and understanding of regulations.
• Mentor staff in guidelines review and problem solving.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Mentoring staff

Verbal & written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration

CRA/CFRA/CPSM certifications

Workday Financials experience

Tools

Workday Financials

Job description

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Job Title:

Grants Travel Lead Coordinator

Department:

ERIK | Office of Sponsored Programs Administration

Position Overview

The Grants Travel Lead Coordinator position will provide high level fiscal and compliance support to the Grants Compliance Teams. Serves as content expert for faculty, investigators, and college administrators on assigned transactions/spend categories related to Sponsor Program funding. Manages a complex workload demonstrating independent decision-making and required advanced understanding of institutional and sponsor regulations. Ability to interpret and effectively communicate highly complex sponsor guidelines, as well as mentor less experienced staff in guidelines review.

A successful Grants Travel Lead Coordinator should have the ability to perform the following essential skills and competencies: Capable of multi-tasking and problem-solving; strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Analyze complex situations and decide appropriate steps for resolution and follow-thru; Train, guide, and mentor less experienced staff in problem solving complex issues. Possess excellent verbal, written and customer service communication skills, time management, follow-through, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Have working knowledge of federal or private agency sponsors, contract/grant regulations, Ohio State university policy and procedures. Promotes a culture that supports work/life balance, peer collaboration, autonomy, and supportive leadership.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Four years of demonstrated proficiency with electronic research tools and financial management systems.
• Considerable experience in research administration.
• Demonstrated considerable experience reviewing financial transactions.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CRA, CFRA, CPSM certifications.
• Demonstrated considerable experience reviewing financial transactions associated with sponsor project funding.
• Workday Financials system experience.

Application Materials

• A resume is required to be submitted to be considered for this position.
• A cover letter is desired.

Additional Information:

Salary

The pay range for this position starts at $23.17 per hour. The offer for this position will be based on internal equity, the candidate’s qualifications, and the unit’s available budget being the primary determining factor.

Work Location

This position is eligible for remote work from the state of Ohio.

Additional Information

Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for a work visa for this position.

ERIK Overview

Join the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK) at The Ohio State University and become a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of discovery and innovation. ERIK positions Ohio State to expand curiosity-driven research and creative expression, further develop our research community of faculty, staff, and students, and grow the innovation ecosystem to address big challenges and improve communities locally and globally. We are seeking passionate individuals who are committed to making a meaningful impact through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. To learn more about our mission and work, please visit https://erik.osu.edu/.

Office of Sponsored Programs Overview

The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP), under the auspices of the Enterprise for Research, Innovation, and Knowledge, supports the development, implementation, and coordination of sponsored research at the University from proposal development to project closeout. OSP provides a full range of research administration services to support Ohio State faculty, staff, and graduate students through research administration, responsible stewardship of funds and sound management practices. Please visit the Office of Sponsored Programs website for details: https://research.osu.edu/about-us/administration-and-units/office-sponsored-programs.

Position Mapping

Function: Finance

Subfunction: Business Transactions and Services

Career Level: Technical- 4

Location:

Mount Hall (0311)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

_ Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. _

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.