Grant Manager

October 11, 2024

Montana State University


Position Details
Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF – VA – 22397
For questions regarding this position, please contact: Wanda McCarthy at (406) 994-4611 or [email protected] .
Classification Title Program Mgr
Working Title Grant Manager
Brief Position Overview The Grant Manager coordinates administrative and accounting functions for pre and post research activities by managing a defined portfolio of departmental research grant funds.
Position Number 4M0477
Department Office of Sponsored Programs Admin
Division Office of Research and Economic Development
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Exempt
Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary Minimum of $24.388 hourly, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type Classified Salary
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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement The Office of Sponsored Programs serves as the central administrative entity responsible for approving research proposals to federal, state and private sponsors for external research funding and implementing awards resulting from these proposals, including associated regulatory and financial requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities The Grant Manager coordinates administrative and accounting functions for pre and post research award activities by managing a defined portfolio of departmental research grants funds including the following responsibilities:

  • Proposal review, award review-negotiation and establishing the grant number.
  • Financial reporting, invoicing and payment management.
  • Allowable costs, transfers, and budget maintenance.
  • Agreement compliance and grant closeout process.
  • Providing excellent service to MSU faculty, staff and students by being proactive in avoiding and resolving problems.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Management, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • Progressively responsible fiscal management level experience.
  • Demonstrated experience working with standard administrative procedures and accounting principles, practices, and techniques.
  • High level of skill with Windows-based computer applications in financial management, business operations, project management, communications, and personal productivity.
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    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Demonstrated technical expertise in grants and contracts, especially federal.
  • Familiarity with state and federal regulations including OMB Uniform Guidance Circular.
  • Experience using Banner software in a university environment.
  • Certified Research Administrator from the RACC.
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    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Possess excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.
    • Be able to execute multiple tasks and respond to multiple demands.
    • Perform detailed work with a high level of accuracy.
    • Respond to rapid change and utilize new technologies.
    • Work effectively in a fast paced, team oriented environment.
    • Provide extraordinary customer service.
    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
    Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
    This position has supervisory duties? No

    Posting Detail Information

    Number of Vacancies 1
    Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.
    Position End Date (if temporary)
    Open Date
    Close Date
    Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on June 22, 2022; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
    Special Instructions
    Diversity Statement

    Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html .

    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html .

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