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Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

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JOB SUMMARY :

The Post-Award Grant Coordinator serves as the primary contact for post award projects for assigned departments, budget monitoring / preparation, and fiscal reporting.

Monitors compliance of local, state, and federally funded sponsored projects. Works with College Business Managers and HR Liaisons on grant-related financial and personnel matters.

Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES :

40% - Essential - Budget Management : Advises Principal Investigators (PI) on current balances, expenditure projections, and corrections necessary for compliance.

Prepares budget amendments and internal budget revisions. Sets up and tracks cost share commitments. Reviews HR changes and summer salary requests for personnel paid from grant funds to ensure fund availability.

Monitors graduate assistant differential (GAD) payments. Collaborates with colleges business office & Grants and Contracts Administration (GCA) to ensure budgeting & financial compliance.

35% - Essential - Fiscal Management : Provides primary assistance to PI to successfully manage sponsored research grants from set up to closeout.

Communicates as needed with PI, departmental personnel, college personnel, Grants and Contracts Administration (GCA), and the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP).

Approves grant transactions in BuyWays and Concur. Resolves journal and payroll errors. Ensures project close out in a timely manner.

Conducts meetings with assigned business centers to review projects on a regular basis. Facilitates with PI to submit no cost extension requests via GCA.

15% - Essential - Compliance : Stays up to date on Federal, State, and University regulations concerning research-related issues.

Work with departments to ensure files are audit-ready. Communicates with Grants and Contracts Administration involving expenditures that require sponsor approval.

Processes corrections for unallowable expenditures. Assists college Post Award Grants Manager with monthly audits as needed.

10% - Essential - Special Reports and Other : Prepares special reports for department chairs, the CAAC Business Office, faculty, sponsors, and Grants & Contracts Administration related to expenditures, audit documentation, and cost share as requested.

Reconciles incentive cards for the college - grant and non-grant. Performs other ad-hoc duties as requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education - A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field and professional experience directly related, such as accounting, auditing, finance or commercial lending.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS :

Work Experience - 1 years

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

90% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

100% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

100% - Recognize or inspect visually

90% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS : No Work Conditions

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE : Standard Hrs : 37.5

Standard Hrs : 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range ($ 45,530.00 - $ 60,000.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines .

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION : Clemson, SC

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE :

July 2, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN :

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY :

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE :

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT :

Clemson University is an AA / EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.

Last updated : 2024-07-02