Grant Operations Specialist

Responsibilities Oversees grants administration including pre and post-award processes such as budget development, creating and maintaining financial documents, routing proposals through the university proposal system (RAPSS) and post-award fiscal management including close-out summaries. Guides and helps develop administrative processes and supports general administration. Handles internal business processes and financial responsibilities such as purchasing, payroll, commitment accounting and other duties related to grants oversight. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, plus a minimum of two years of relevant experience in sponsored projects administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Excellent computer skills and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint. Demonstrated knowledge of the Uniform Administrative Requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements for federal awards. Direct experience preparing and submitting applications through grants.gov and other federal submission portals. Preferred Qualifications Excellent skills in MS Excel, MS Word, grants.gov and other submission systems, and search engines. Will be required to learn and efficiently use the Research Administration and Proposal Submission System (RAPSS) and the Rutgers chart of accounts. Physical Demands and Work Environment Requires standing and walking less than one third of the time, sitting at least two thirds of the time, and talking or hearing one half of the time. Position Status Full Time Work Arrangement: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Salary Details Minimum Salary: $71,447.00 Mid Range Salary: $90,435.00 Maximum Salary: $109,422.00 Benefits Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rutgers University