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Offer: Sponsored Project Coordinator:Lamar UniversityJob description:Sponsored Project Coordinator
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112964 Position Title: Sponsored Project Coordinator FTE: 1.0 Employment type: Staff Department: Sponsored Program Administration Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: The position of sponsored projects coordinator is responsible for providing guidance and support to faculty and staff in an academic environment that have secured fundings through research, education and service grants, cooperative agreements, sub awards, and contracts. The position ensures that program criteria are fulfilled in compliance and according to the terms of the grant/contract award, and facilitates productive research operations, particularly in finance, and procurement and time and effort certification. This includes assisting with managing budgets, purchasing equipment and supplies, processing EPAF's and generating time and effort reports. The candidate will also be expected to prepare timely reports for review before submitting to the funding agencies. What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities » Provide grant compliance guidance and serve as a liaison in coordinating grant execution activities among faculty, students, and staff members at Lamar University. Works closely with faculty and staff to assists in completing grant objectives. Support grant activities for Principal Investigators (PI), including producing the time and effort report that serve as evidence of personnel expenditures charged against sponsored projects. » Coordinate with departmental and college-level business managers and coordinators on issues regarding sponsored grants. Coordinate with multiple campus departments include finance, HR, and payroll to manage budgets and compliance. » Direct and implement procedures for procurement of materials, supplies and capital equipment that expensed from grant accounts. Perform initial review of grant reports, development and adjustment of budgets, coordination of budgeted funds, arranging travel accommodations. » Prepares agency and internal Excel budgets in addition to other connected forms required by sponsors and/or departments in conformity with university and sponsor polices. Collects and analyzes data in preparation for monthly reports for distribution to PI. Meets with PI monthly to review grant finance activity projections. » Facilitates award management. Provides oversight in monitoring all expenditures including grad students, summer pay for researchers, etc. Anticipates spending, payroll obligations and analyze scenarios in changing financial projects. Reviews reconciled statements for expenditure compliance and potential unallowable charges. Reviews journal voucher adjustments for compliance, as needed. » Reviews close-out process ensuring compliant expenditures, completion of annual and other sponsor technical reports. Ensure required documentation is provided to the University Research Office including cost share match documentation, verify F&A and other expenditures. Key Competencies: » An capability to prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive issues and meet deadlines » Proficient in Excel and budget management for federal and non-federal sponsors » General familiarity with the Uniform Guidance, regulating federal allowable and unallowable costs preferred. » An capability to standardize grant finance operations to improve efficiency » practice with budget preparation, fiscal management, knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures. » An capability to organize, analyze and interpret financial data with attention to detail under pressure is essential. » An knowledge and strong interest in elevating customer service. Physical Requirements: With or without accommodation: Will frequently be required to execute desk-located computer tasks, use telephone, speak clearly and listening comprehension. Applicant will also be required travel and visit community organizations (i.e. Rotary, Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development Corporations, Non-Profits, etc.). Job Conditions: This position may require occasional evening and/or weekends to meet university and departmental needs. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or other business-related field and 1-2 years of job-related practice, or equivalent combination of education and practice. » At least 3 years' practice in project management, finance and accounting. » practice in the finance operations of sponsored programs, including but not limited to grant invoicing, fund drawdowns, producing finance reports, calculating research expenditures. » practice in managing sponsored project expenditures. EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » Master's degree is preferred but not required. » An knowledge in federal and state grant compliance policies and regulations. » practice in interacting with various constituencies within an institution of higher education » practice in procurements using grant funding sources and travel expenses. » Excellent communication skills orally and in writing. Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. income: $46,827 - $60,875 Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 08/27/2024 Close Date: 11/27/2024 Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or other business-related field? » Yes » No » * Do you have at least 3 years' practice in project management, finance and accounting? » Yes » No Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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