Administrator II/III, Academic Programs (Grant Manager)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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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 11/25/2021
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.
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