"Senior Post-Award Consultant"

Senior Post-Award Consultant

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:
Sponsored Programs, Grants, and Contracts

Type:
Full-Time

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Department: 110305 - CALS Business Office

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
The Senior Post-Award Consultant role, is a highly independent role where you'll be responsible for interpreting policies, managing complex financial portfolios, and ensuring compliance with both university and agency requirements. You will be a key player in supporting research excellence, providing guidance, and ensuring the continued success of funded research projects.

Key Responsibilities include but aren't limited to:

• Provide comprehensive financial management for complex research portfolios, including budgeting, HR commitments, and no-cost extensions.
• Ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines and university policies, advising faculty on fund availability and timing.
• Manage post-award consultant's workflow, change request approvals, and closeout processes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, assisting with large-scale projects and offering training to new staff on grant management practices.
• Act as a backup for other Senior Post-Award Consultants, contributing to collaborative problem-solving across teams.
• Provide training to CALS community in specialized research areas as related to management of grants.

We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to independently manage complex projects. If you're passionate about supporting research and making an impact through financial oversight, we encourage you to apply! You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

Other Work/Responsibilities:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop by actively participating in the successful reorganization of the CALS Shared Service Center. You'll contribute to professional development training, process improvement initiatives, and information-gathering meetings that drive continuous improvement. As part of the team, you will help implement new processes and phases, ensuring smooth transitions and optimizing workflows. You may get the chance to take on additional duties and responsibilities, with ample room for personal and professional growth as the role evolves.

Minimum Experience/Education:
Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of business practices, including budgeting, forecasting, and human resources management.
• Experience managing contracts and grants, particularly those subject to OMB Circular A-21 and/or Uniform Guidance.
• Proven ability to plan, direct, and evaluate the work of others, both independently and as part of a team.
• Skilled in initiating and implementing administrative programs and procedures, with the ability to assess their effectiveness.
• Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to exercise judgment, discretion, and initiative in developing and interpreting policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, university officials, sponsors, and the public.
• Excellent communication skills, with a commitment to meeting customer needs and providing exceptional service.
• Highly organized and adaptable, able to manage workloads efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven background working with grants at a large public institution.
• Expertise in interpreting and analyzing grant requirements and planning strategically for fund utilization.
• Demonstrated experience managing contracts and grants subject to OMB Circular A-21 and/or Uniform Guidance.
• Proficiency with relevant software such as RADAR, Peoplesoft (Financials, Human and PMRS), TEARS, and/or WolfPack Reports.

Required license or certification:
N/A

Position Number: 00050671

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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