Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
0801850
Classification Title
Sponsored Programs Administrator (2 positions available)
Working Title
Department
Sponsored Programs & Research
Department Contact Email
[contact details available in the full listing]
Job Summary/Basic Function
Job Summary:
Provide pre and post-award sponsored activities to CSU Land Grant
program’s faculty and staff, including, but not limited to project
administration, regulatory compliance and fiscal management,
proposal development, budget development, and proposal
submission.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage the fiscal administration of sponsored projects,
including the determination of allowability of costs, the
application of the appropriate regulations and policies,
Perform and have oversight of accounts reconciliation including
cost transfers
Enter requisitions in university enterprise management system
and monitor processing of documents to conclusion.
Assist with hiring by preparing Strategic Position Review ( SPR
) and Personnel Action Form ( PAF ) documents and other employment
related activities for all land grant activities and other grants
within land grant division.
Review and analyze award documents.
Review and assist with land grant proposal submissions.
Maintain a thorough knowledge of regulations applicable to
sponsored programs administration – federal, state, and private.
This includes Uniform Guidance for federal grants and contracts and
United States Department of Agriculture specific rules,
regulations, and policies. Also maintain a thorough knowledge of
University policies concerning sponsored programs, intellectual
property, compliance, and other related issues.
Coordinate with Post Award Director, Office of Sponsored
Programs and Research, Vice President for Research and Economic
Development, Associate Director for Agricultural Research
Development Program Associate Extension Administrator, Deans,
faculty, and sponsors to develop and negotiate the terms and
conditions, including IP issues, of complex legal agreements.
Monitor to ensure that technical reporting is being
performed.
Act as an administrative point of contact for Land Grant
related projects in coordination with other university Divisions
particularly Administration and Finance.
Maintain archives and records that adhere to sponsor retention
schedules.
Provide back-up support to Director Post Award and Director of
Pre-Award, Office of Sponsored Programs and Research as
needed.
Conducts internal audits to ensure compliance with university
and sponsor policies and procedures. Assist with gathering data for
external audits.
Maintain personnel database for each land grant project.
Participate in regional and national professional organizations
to maintain a current and timely knowledge of changing
regulations.
Conduct and/or participate in presentations and workshops on
issues related to the administration of sponsored programs at
local, regional, and national meetings.
Conduct and/or participate in Division or University
presentations and workshops on issues related to the administration
of sponsored programs.
Assist in the training and education of faculty and staff in
budget development, narrative development, and electronic
submission.
Assist the Director of Post Award, Director of Pre-Award, and
Office of Sponsored Programs and Research in communicating policies
and procedures to Land Grant faculty and staff.
Aid with special projects as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Participate in regional and national professional organizations
to maintain a current and timely knowledge of changing
regulations.
- Conduct and/ or participate in presentations and workshops on
issues related to the administration of sponsored programs at
local, regional, and national meetings.
- Conduct and/ or participate in Division or University
presentations and workshops on issues related to the administration
of sponsored programs.
- Assist in the training and education of faculty and staff in
budget development, narrative development, electronic submission,
and fiscal management.
- Assist Director in communicating policies and procedures to
land grant faculty and staff.
- Provide assistance with special projects as needed.
Minimum Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Research Administration, Business
Administration or related field or 5 years of experience in higher
education research administration.
- Effective negotiating and decision-making skills; excellent
communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with
diverse groups of individuals; strong organizational skills to
manage multiple projects independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- CRA or similar certification.
- Experience in using Banner educational management software,
particularly the grants management module.
Posting Date
08/25/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Background Check: All offers of employment at Central State
University are contingent upon the successful completion of a
comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not
limited to, verification of education and employment history,
criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug
screening, and tax compliance review.
Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job
responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding
sources.
Failure to successfully complete the required background check or
provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal
of an offer or termination of employment.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to
work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their
employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas
for this position now or in the future.
Position Category
Staff - Monthly (Exempt)
Budgeted Annual Salary
Commensurate with experience
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
