Grant / Contract Specialist I

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Job Posting Title:

Grant / Contract Specialist I

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM ORED - OSP

• Purple Team (Rebecca Trahan (00005300))

Work Location:

0202 Robert Lee Himes Hall

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

This position is an unclassified position in the Office of Sponsored Programs at LSU. The Grant/Contract Specialist I supports the various pre-award and non-financial post-award activities of sponsored program administration.

Job Responsibilities:

Pre-Award Activities

• Proposal Review/Approval: Provide guidance, review, approve, and submit proposals in accordance with applicable University policies and procedures, state and federal statutes and regulations, and sponsor guidelines. (70%)

Pre-Award Activities

• Award Review/Approval: Review and approve standard federal and state grants and contracts in accordance with applicable University policies and procedures, state and federal statutes and regulations, and sponsor guidelines. (15%)

Post-Award and Other Activities: Review and approve standard post-award modifications (no cost extensions, requests for increased funding, rebudgeting, etc.) and prepare standard sub-awards in accordance with applicable University policies and procedures, state and federal statutes and regulations, and sponsor guidelines. (10%)

Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 1 year experience; Demonstrated communication and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to coordinate and direct multiple projects simultaneously and to interact with individuals at multiple levels and disciplines; demonstrated computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 3 years experience; .Proven ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings in accordance with University Policy Statement 67 and as required by LSU FASOP HR-04.

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Rebecca Trahan at rtrahan@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

June 5, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, next

Source Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.