Senior Post Award Specialist

Hiring Department

University of Missouri NextGen Precision Health

Job Description

The University of Missouri’s Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building seeks an experienced Senior Business Support Specialist to help manage post-award grants and other sponsored programs along with different departmental functions. This position will work closely with the NextGen Business Manager to assist investigators with many tasks.

Key duties performed by this position will include:

• Administer financial and procurement processes for all NextGen personnel.

• Promote proactive financial and grant compliance

• Oversee grant and sponsored programs activity with the NextGen Business Manager.

This involves, but is not limited to :
o Review and interpret the award terms and conditions to initiate award set-up, working with the Principal Investigator (PI) to determine expenditure allowability and compliance requirements
o Assist PI’s in establishing and monitoring subrecipients for compliance with award terms and conditions
o Provide project expense projections to determine need for additional funds, potential overruns and requests to sponsors
o Recommend appropriate corrections or budget transfers when needed
o Collaborate with the NextGen Business Manager and Office of Sponsored Programs Administration to resolve complex accounting issues
o Ensure timely closeout of all expired projects and subawards through the coordination of fiscal and administrative resources

• Update and disseminate PI financial reports for grant and non-grant accounts

• Examine postings in general ledger for accuracy and maintenance of adequate balances

• Identify potential overdraft situations and devise expenditure plans to avert cost deficits and disallowances

• Assist in analyzing and developing improved policies, plans, methods, procedures, and systems for efficient and compliant post-award administration

Successful candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate customer service, collaboration, confidentiality, integrity and a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity in their activities.

Salary

$19.50 - $24.00/hr

Grade: GGS 8

University Title: Senior Business Support Specialist

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

8-5, Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in post-award grant management, PeopleSoft understanding, and familiarity with the Uniform Guidance.

2 years working with faculty members and Principal Investigators (PIs) at a research university.

Application Materials

Cover letter, Resume / CV, Reference List

Columbia Missouri Information

Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278.

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