Administrator II/III, Academic Programs (Grant Manager)

Position Details

Requisition Number

S1216P

Home Org Name

EntrepreneurshipandInnovation Prog

Division Name

College of Business

Position Title

Administrator II/III, Academic Programs (Grant Manager)

Job Class Code

AA02B/C

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

Yes

Limited Term Length

3 years

Job Summary

The New Venture Accelerator (a partnership between Auburn’s Harbert College of Business and the Auburn Research and Technology Foundation) is seeking a Grant Manager to oversee daily operations and management of the recently awarded Economic Development Administration ( EDA ) grant. This is a 3-year limited term position. Learn more about the New Venture Accelerator here .

Essential Functions

This position will have the following responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operation and management/direction of the EDA grant entitled Lee County Community Expansion of New Venture Accelerator Entrepreneurship Programming Project.
• Coordinate the activities of the organizations providing support to the project, which include staff and faculty members of the Harbert College of Business, staff and management from the Auburn Research and Technology Foundation, and staff and management from the City of Auburn economic development organization.
• Monitor compliance with the terms of the grant and provides Auburn University, Harbert College of Business management, Auburn Research and Technology Foundation management, City of Auburn management, and the Economic Development Administration with all required information and reports on a timely basis.
• Coordinate activities related to the production of video collateral with the Harbert College Media Production Group.
• Develop and coordinates programming and training activities in support of the goals and outcomes described in the grant proposal.
• Monitor progress against the goals of the grant and suggests actions and modifications to plans and programs designed to achieve those goals.
• Serve as liaison to the Office of Sponsored Programs.
• Provide support for the New Venture Accelerator goals of increasing external funding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Level

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Field of Study

Business, Math, Science or degree related to program

Years of Experience

2

Area of Experience

Project or program administration to include ongoing status updates and reporting. Additionally, experience should include administration with contracts.

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Level II requires a bachelor’s degree and 2 years experience in project or program administration. Level III requires a bachelor’s degree and 4 years experience in project or program administration.

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of federal contracts and grants administration.

Minimum Technology Skills

Microsoft Office software.

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge and experience with U.S. Government Grant Tracking Software and Auburn University Grant Management software.

Salary Grade

33

Salary Range

$39,300 - $75,100

Job Category

Administrative

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

AL

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

11/11/2021

Closing Date

11/28/2021

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/26299
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
   • AcademicKeys
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • DiversityJobs
   • HigherEdJobs
   • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • Indeed
   • RecruitMilitary
   • The Tuskegee News
   • Professional organization or journal
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • State Employment Service
   • Social Media
   • AU Job Bulletin
   • Notified by an Auburn employee
   • College or university Career Services
   • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
   • Other
2. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Business, Math, Science or a degree related to program?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have minimum of two (2) years experience in project or program administration OR an advanced degree to use in lieu of experience?
   • Yes
   • No