Pre-Awards Grants Manager

Ugajobsearch; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks a Pre-Awards Grants Manager to design, develop, and implement sponsored project support for faculty grant activities in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. The role involves consulting with faculty to identify funding opportunities, develop proposals, and ensure compliance with sponsor policies.

The incumbent will coordinate with the University’s Sponsored Projects Administration and may serve as a Decentralized Limited Signatory Authority, handling

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with preparing and submitting grant proposals, including budget development, bio sketches, graphs, tables, and electronic submission formatting.
• Review proposals for accuracy and compliance with UGA, state, and federal regulations.
• Advise Principal Investigators of proposal requirements not yet met and suggest compliance improvements.
• Work independently with limited supervision, making content and format decisions for grant proposals and communications with PIs.
• Serve as DSLA with limited signature authority on behalf of Sponsored Projects Administration and the Vice President for Research.
• Attend Regional and National Meetings to obtain information on changes to OMB Circulars pertaining to research administration.

Skills

Excellent communication

OMB circulars knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent work

Judgment and decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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 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 3,200 faculty and more than 7,900 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 44,000 students including over 33,000 undergraduates and over 11,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 20 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine and the Victoria Kay Investor School of Nursing. 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] ). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

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 Preferred Qualifications 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.

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/Responsibilities

• 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 50

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

Percentage of time 30

• 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 Name Charles Geier

Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail]

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents