Pre-Awards Grants Manager

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens seeks a Pre-Awards Grants Manager to support faculty grant development activities. The role involves helping identify funding opportunities, developing grant proposals, and coordinating with Sponsored Projects Administration.

The incumbent will consult with faculty, review proposals for policy alignment, and serve as a Decentralized Limited Signatory Authority on behalf of Sponsored Projects Administration and the VP for Research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
• Excellent communication/people skills; strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong knowledge of OMB Circulars and CASB justifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with preparing and submitting grant proposals, including budget development and biosketches.
• Review proposals for accuracy and compliance with university, state, and federal rules.
• Advise PIs on proposal requirements and compliance with guidelines.
• Work independently to decide content and format of proposals and communicate with PIs.
• Serve as Decentralized Limited Signatory Authority for Sponsored Projects Administration.

Skills

Excellent communication

OMB/ CASB knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent work

Judgment and decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Pre-Awards Grants Manager

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Posting Details

Posting Details Posting Number S15932P Working Title Pre-Awards Grants Manager Department FACS-Fam & Cons Sci About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Advertised Salary $40,409 - $60,613 Posting Date 10/20/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( [e-mail] ).

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information Classification

Title Grants Professional II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.

Position Summary

This incumbent plays a key role in the design, development, and implementation of a wide range of sponsored projects support for faculty grant development activities in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. The individual consults with faculty to find funding opportunities, develop grant proposals, review proposals to ensure fit with funding source policies and goals, and coordinates activities with the University of Georgia’s Sponsored Projects Administration. The employee also serves as a Decentralized Limited Signatory Authority ( DLSA ) on behalf of Sponsored Projects Administration and the Vice President for Research.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Excellent communication/people skills.
• Extensive knowledge of OMB circulars and CASB justifications.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to make complex judgments and decisions.

Physical Demands

• Work in a standard office environment.

Other Responsibilities

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties and Responsibilities

Percentage of time 50

• Assist faculty with preparing and submitting grant proposals. Duties include budget development, bio sketches, preparing graphs, tables, etc., writing and editing, creating complicated spreadsheets, formatting, for electronic submission.
• Review proposals for accuracy and compliance with UGA , state, and federal regulations.
• Advise Principal Investigators of proposal requirements not yet met and suggestions on compliance with guidelines.
• Work independently with little supervision making decisions regarding content and format of grant proposals and communicating with Principal Investigators.
• Serve as DSLA with limited signature authority on behalf of Sponsored Projects Administration and the Vice President for Research.

Percentage of time 30

• Serve as liaison between the Sponsored Projects Administration and Principal Investigators regarding routine and fairly complex questions.

Percentage of time 10

• Locate funding opportunities for federal, state, and private sponsors.

Percentage of time 10

• Attend Regional and National Meetings with the National Council of University Research Administrators and other Research Groups to obtain new information and understanding of changes to the OMB Circulars pertaining to research administration.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Charles Geier

Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail]

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents