Grant Administrator

The College of Science and Technology at North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a Grant Administrator position. The Grant Administrator is a professional position within the College of Science and Technology.

The position reports directly to the dean. The primary purpose of the Grant Administrator position is to act as the cornerstone for managing and overseeing grant-related activities within the College, ensuring the acquisition and effective utilization of grant funds in support of the organization's strategic objectives.

The Grants Administrator is responsible for overseeing financial and programmatic management, guaranteeing compliance with the grantors' guidelines and regulations. This includes monitoring budgets, adjusting financial plans as needed, and ensuring the timely submission of financial and progress reports.

A critical aspect of the role involves ensuring adherence to all grant compliance requirements by staying abreast of grantor policies, implementing effective internal controls for monitoring compliance, and managing all required reporting and documentation with precision and timeliness. This comprehensive approach to grants administration underscores the pivotal role the Grants Administrator plays in the fiscal health and programmatic success of the College, making it a key position that bridges the gap between potential funding sources and the organization's long-term sustainability and growth.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral Research University dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. The College of Science and Technology enrolls ~2200 students.

It is a national leader that serves and engages the citizens of the state of North Carolina, the nation, and the world through preeminence in science and technology education, research, discovery, and innovation. The College houses the departments of Applied Engineering Technology, Biology, Built Environment, Chemistry, Computer Systems Technology, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, and the Ph.D. Program of Applied Science Technology.

The College is experiencing substantial growth in enrollment, faculty size, curricula, and research.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related

business area; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees

must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Knowledge of computers including the use of e-mail, e-mail attachments, internet, and electronic research administration including submission portals such as grants.gov and NSF Fastlane Knowledge of federal, state, and university grant programs that support research, instruction and public service across disciplines and their submission process.

Working knowledge of Electronic Research Administration Systems

Working knowledge of financial systems

Required License or Certification Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. Hybrid (Employees are working part-time in the office to perform job tasks that require on-campus engagement, and the remaining time at home)