Grants & Contracts Specialist IV
Grants & Contracts Specialist IV
Job Summary
Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for very complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.
Essential Functions
PRE AWARD
Grant submissions- Federal, Non-Federal, Corporate contracts, etc.
Grant Progress Reporting.
Preparing and maintaining Faculty Other Support.
POST AWARD
Grant Accounting.
Faculty and Staff SPAR changes.
Assist with Departmental Purchasing-Assist with covering purchasing in times of need or in the absence of the Departments Purchasing Coordinator.
Physical Effort
This position is basically sedentary. However, some walking between office areas will be required.
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Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award)
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5:00pm
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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