SARE Grant Program Admin - Partnership Grant

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); Remote; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont is seeking a SARE Grant Program Admin to oversee the Partnership Grant with a focus on rigorous oversight, data management, and clear communication. The role supports budgeting, reporting, and flexible scheduling during peak grant periods.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree and 2–4 years in grant administration, with ability to travel regionally and adapt to shifting priorities; full-time telework is allowed under the university policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two to four years of relevant experience in a grant environment.
• Ability to oversee budgets and provide rigorous programmatic oversight.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.
• Ability to manage data and produce reports.
• Ability to use independent judgment, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines.
• Proficiency or ability to learn grant program software, spreadsheets, and word processing.

Skills

Budget oversight

Data reporting

Communication skills

Time management

Independent judgment

Multitasking

Flexibility

Learning agility

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Grant program software

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

SARE Grant Program Admin - Partnership Grant

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

• Bachelor's degree and two to four years of relevant experience. Years of experience in the grant making environment can substitute for a bachelor's.Degree.
• Ability to oversee budgets and provide rigorous programmatic oversight.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully
• Ability to manage data and produce reports.
• Ability to use independent judgment, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines
• Proficiency or ability to learn and use grant program software, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Ability to meet the occasional travel requirements associated with the position.
• Ability to work flexible hours particularly during peak periods of grant administration activity.
• Ability to pivot quickly in a sometimes-shifting environment
• Be a fast and flexible learner
• Knows when to solve problems independently and when to ask questions.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to oversee budgets and provide rigorous programmatic oversight.
• Ability to manage data and produce reports.
• Ability to use independent judgment, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines
• Proficiency or ability to learn and use grant program software, spreadsheets, and word processing.

Anticipated Pay Range

$56,000-$64,000

Other Information

Must have the ability to travel across the Northeast region.

Special Conditions

• A probationary period may be required
• Contingent on continued funding
• Travel to and from worksites required
• This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy
• Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Exempt

Union Position

Yes, UVMSU

Job Location

Location listed in Advertising Copy or Other Information

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

37.5

Term (months per year)

12

Department

Ext - SARE/50056