Case Western Reserve University

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Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $49,257 and $62,311, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data. Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess. POSITION OBJECTIVE Working in conjunction with the Associate and Assistant Dean for Research in the Office of Research and Grant Development, the Pre-Award Grant Administrator will provide expertise and support to the sponsored projects administration for the College of Arts and Sciences, complying with college, university and federal guidelines. This position will have responsibilities for all pre-award administration on sponsored projects for the college. The Pre-Award Grant Administrator will work directly with faculty, support staff, central office, and sponsor representatives in managing grant submissions and other pre-award activities. Provide compliance oversight and guidance and communicates and interprets agency policies and requirements for investigative personnel. Essential Functions • Manage the SPARTA review and approval process for 15 departments of the College of Arts and Sciences proposals. Timely and thorough processing is essential for agency consideration. Advise Office of Research Administration of program issues and develop creative solutions to resolve issues in SPARTA to meet deadlines. Review all grant applications submitted by the College of Arts and Sciences. Ensure adherence to agency and university requirements such as financial and research compliance issues and regular financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interest. Process grant applications through SPARTA verifying that budgets are appropriately constructed to accurately account for effort and compensation; that budgets comply with college and university requirements; and that SPARTA budget content is consistent with sponsor, if applicable. Conduct thorough reviews of grant application materials by analyzing information and exercising independent judgment to identify issues. Collaborate with department administrators to resolve concerns and ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines, university policies, and federal regulations. (40%) • Serve as the department administrator for the 15 departments without an assigned administrator. Responsibilities include interpreting sponsor guidelines; assisting faculty with budget development and proposal preparation; and uploading application components into SPARTA and sponsor submission systems, as applicable. Provide guidance to faculty on cost allocations for proposed sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with agency and university policies. (35%) • Manage intake of Proposal Initiation Forms (PIFs) for all the College of Arts and Sciences, consistently update the College of Arts and Sciences research calendar to track proposals and keep the office informed of upcoming deadlines to ensure timely submission, and create the corresponding SPARTA shell upon receipt for 15 departments. (10%) • Provide consultation and training to department administrators and faculty regarding SPARTA processes, grant proposal preparation and submission, and agency regulations. (10%) Nonessential Functions • Provide support to the Post Award Grant Manager with non-financial post-award and reporting activities (e.g., JIT, award modifications), as needed. (5%)Perform other duties as assigned. ( CONTACTS Department: Continuous contact with Dean's Office staff and College of Arts and Sciences¿ faculty to prepare monthly reports for the dean, conduct account reconciliations, and process award modifications for both internal and external awards in collaboration with the Dean's Office finance team. The position will also partner with the Dean's Office HR staff on matters related to faculty awards; particularly fellowship awards to ensure faculty compensation is accurately reflected. University: Continuous contact with university administrators and staff to serve as the primary point of contact for all research-related submissions and education. External: Moderate contact with sponsors/agencies to serve as a liaison between the college and sponsoring agencies, particularly regarding interpretation of sponsor guidelines. The role may occasionally communicate with collaborating partners to clarify application timelines, required components, and the university's internal policies and deadlines. Students: Infrequent contact with students. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY No staff supervisory responsibility. Qualifications Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in finance or related field and 3 years of experience in administration and accounting; or Associate's degree in related field and 5 years of experience in administration and accounting required. Experience in academic or non-profit environment preferred. Required Skills • Excellent analytical, accounting and computer skills are essential. • Must exhibit the highest degree of confidentiality, discretion and tact in dealing with and communicating sensitive matters to university and external constituents. • Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism both in demeanor and in appearance, initiative, energy, creativity and flexibility. • Excellent organizational abilities, oral and written communication skills, proficiency handling multiple tasks and deadlines and a high attention to detail is required. • Must exhibit discretion, good judgment, tact and diplomacy are essential. • Must possess a desire and a demonstrated ability to work closely as a team member, anticipating and coordinating the overall work in the office. • Knowledge of PeopleSoft HCM and Financials preferred. • Proficient with SPARTA preferred. • Ability to meet consistent attendance. • Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face. • Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest. • Willingness to learn and utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI). WORKING CONDITIONS General office work environment. The employee will perform repetitive motion using computer mouse and keyboard to type. This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form. Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information. Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.