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Stephen F. Austin State University Grant Specialist (Temporary) (Grant Funded) in Nacogdoches, Texas

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Temporary Grant Funded Position – continued employment contingent on funding

This is a part-time temporary position with a desired start date of September 1, 2024 and an expected end date of August 31, 2025.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Grant Specialist (Temporary) (Grant Funded)

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

FLSA Non-Exempt

General Job Description

Temporary Grant Funded Position – continued employment contingent on funding

This is a professional position responsible for assisting in grant and contract development for the department. Responsible for seeking new grant opportunities, assisting with grant proposal development, assisting with contract development and review, providing non-financial post award support, and supporting internal procedures. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to assigned supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

  1. Identifies, analyzes, and recommends sources of potential internal and external research funding.

  2. Advises and counsels departmental faculty and/or staff regarding internal and external funding matters and internal procedures.

  3. Assists in management of internal grant requests for proposal (RFPs) and awards.

  4. Provides assistance in the planning and development of proposals.

  5. Reviews proposals for adherence to specifications of funding agency and university guidelines.

  6. Assists with report development.

  7. Monitors proposal and contract submissions.

  8. Reviews and routes grant-related contracts for university review.

  9. Provides non-financial post-award assistance to project and departmental staff in monitoring awards.

  10. Assists with outreach and training.

    Non-Essential Job Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

  1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university and departmental policies and procedures.

  2. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to grant administration.

  3. General knowledge of the grant-making process.

  4. Skill in using computer applications such as spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

  5. Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

  6. Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.

  7. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

  8. Ability to explain policies and procedures to faculty and staff.

  9. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

  10. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

  11. Ability to analyze and prepare complex documents and reports.

  12. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.

    Physical Demands

    Required Education

Bachelor’s degree is required.

Required Experience and Training

One year of related experience is required. Experience in grant writing, working in a research and sponsored programs office or at a grant-making agency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information Commensurate with Experience, Hiring Salary - $25,000 to $40,000

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

This position is eligible for telecommuting as defined in HOP 03-217 (https://www.sfasu.edu/docs/hops/03-217.pdf) , Telecommuting Arrangements for Staff Employees.

Is Background Check Required? Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S2024-127

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Positions Available 1

Posted Date 08/21/2024

Review Start Date 08/21/2024

Close Date

Work Schedule Less than 20 hours per week during Monday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Temporary Grant Funded Position – continued employment contingent on funding

This is a part-time temporary position with a desired start date of September 1, 2024 and an expected end date of August 31, 2025.

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11949

Contact Information

Contact Name Jennifer Hanlon Patterson

Contact Phone (936)468-1805

Contact Email hanlonjd@sfasu.edu

Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Will you have earned a bachelor's degree prior to the start date of this position?
  • Yes

  • No

    • What is your academic major/minor?

(Open Ended Question)

    • Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating directly to the job to which you are applying?
  • Less than one

  • One to two

  • Three to four

  • Five to six

  • Seven to eight

  • Nine or more

    • What is your experience in grant submission and awards?

(Open Ended Question)

    • If selected for this position, will you be requesting approval to telecommute as defined in HOP 03-217, Telecommuting Arrangements for Staff Employees? (https://www.sfasu.edu/docs/hops/03-217.pdf)

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

    Optional Documents

  • List of References

  • Transcript(s)

  • Letter of Recommendation

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