What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Officer Award Setup position at University of Utah Health?
Details
Open Date 03/11/2025
Requisition Number PRN41406B
Job Title Post-Award GCO II
Working Title Grants Officer Award Setup
Job Grade E
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
M-F, 8-5 with some flexibility (40 hours, 5 days a week)
VP Area President
Department 00359 - Grants & Contracts Accounting
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $57,000 to $59,000 DOE
Close Date 06/11/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The department of Grants & Contracts Accounting is looking for a curious detail-oriented person to become a team member in support of the research mission at the University of Utah. This position provides post award central administrative guidance to university faculty and staff while interacting with outside entities in regard to the financial matters of sponsored institutional research projects. Along with a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Utah offers an excellent benefits package https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/
Responsibilities
Analyzes awards for the creation of projects and associated attributes within the PeopleSoft Grants Suite. Processes award setups and modifications in a timely manner. Attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
Reviews system queries. Verifies system functions and activities. Identifies and correct system issues. Manages databases and maintains data integrity.
Provides expert advice, guidance and training to GCA and campus regarding sponsored awards and appropriate administrative processes.
Enforces compliance and ensures consistency with federal and state regulations, University policies and practices, research compliance restrictions and guidelines, financial and academic requirements, close-out practice and agency policies and procedures.
Assists with collecting and preparation of all relevant financial information for award close-out.
May provide information for audits.
Designs and compiles special reports in response to internal and external requests. Provides accessible data for reliable analysis, management review, research purposes and/or reporting requirements.
Assists in solving financial problems related to the administration of awards.
Reviews, interprets and implements sponsoring agency rules and processes corrections to financial statements.
Reviews receivables and pursues collection of problem receivables.
Communicates and resolves issues with appropriate funding agencies.
Testing and debugging GCA modifications and/or enhancements in PeopleSoft Grants Suite.
Responsible person on other assigned departmental projects.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or 8 years of relevant work experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Experience in higher education or state government a plus.
Experience in financial system implementation and knowledge of PeopleSoft/Oracle software a plus.
The ability to work independently, effectively and efficiently under deadline.
Knowledge of accounting software, advanced spreadsheet, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience in data analysis, data system management and research experience.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Salary : $57,000 - $59,000
