Grants & Contracts Officer II

Job Description – Grants & Contracts Officer II (26000843) Job Description Grants & Contracts Officer II The Department of Learning Sciences at Georgia State University is dedicated to improving the human condition through data‑driven investigations of the learning process, the effective design of learning innovations with or without technology, and the development of learning science professionals in five areas of specialization. We strive to create an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and academic excellence. Our team is committed to our work guided by four principles: interdisciplinarity, innovative research, use‑inspired scholarship and exemplary academic programming. Department of Learning Sciences is seeking one (1) dedicated and experienced Grants & Contracts Officer II. What Makes the College of Education & Human Development a Great Place? Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge‑sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. Professional development opportunities and mentorship. A rapidly growing center within an academic setting. Here Is What You Will Do This position will perform post‑award activities for the department’s large, complex, and diverse portfolio of federal, state, local, and private grants, including contracts and agreements. Post‑award activities include broad duties in award management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist the PI with managing their post‑award funding. Perform monthly expenditure review of sponsored projects, including reviewing project ledgers monthly for accuracy in payroll and non‑payroll expenses. Address any issues noted on the expenditure review forms. Initiate post‑award actions on sponsored projects in GSU systems including no‑cost extension requests, cost transfers, sub‑awards, consulting agreements, award close‑outs, residual transfers and administrative changes to awards. Assist PIs and collaborate with other college staff on a variety of forms that may be necessary for sponsored projects including sub‑awards, payroll, travel and other expenses. Create projections and status reports for PIs. Process invoices, purchase orders, ordering supplies and materials, travel requisitions and expense statements. Work with PIs on effort tracking, reporting, and ensuring effort commitments are met on sponsored awards. Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high‑level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion of the employee’s direct supervisor. Qualifications Minimum Hiring Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and three years of administrative experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Hiring Qualifications Certified Research Administrator. Experience with software/tools such as personnel effort reporting system (ex: ERS), financial system (ex: Oracle PeopleSoft Financials), HR system (ex: OneUSG), procurement system (ex: SciQuest/PantherMart), and MS Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint). College/Business Unit College of Education & Human Development Department Learning Sciences Location Atlanta Campus Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM Salary: $56,000 – $70,000 Pay Grade: 14 FLSA Status: Exempt Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible) Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Background check: Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students’ and employees’ safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office. Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia State University