Senior Grants and Contracts Officer (Administrative Analyst/Specialist-Exempt II)

Job Title

Senior Grants and Contracts Officer

Classification

Administrative Analyst/Specialist-Exempt II

AutoReqId

542875

Department

Research and Sponsored Projects

Sub-Division

Associate Vice President, Research and Sponsored Projects

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,537 - $10,014 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,537 - $7,405 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

California State University, Fullerton, is searching for a Senior Grants and Contracts Officer (Administrative Analyst/Specialist – Exempt II) for the Office of Grants and Contracts who desires to work in a diverse university environment. We are looking for a creative, organized, motivated self-starter with the critical thinking skills to provide innovative ideas and solutions supporting Department and University goals. This is an exciting opportunity to share your enthusiasm; showcase your excellent communication, leadership, and first-rate customer service skills; and further your career in the rewarding field of higher education. The Senior Grants and Contracts Officer should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general direction of the Associate Director of Grants and Contracts and functioning as part of the Office of Grants and Contracts (OGC) team, the Senior Grants and Contracts Officer provides high-quality support and customer service to faculty, staff, and funding agency sponsor representatives. Serves as the lead/primary contact for selected colleges or campus units in preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and University policies. Provides advice and assistance to faculty, administrators, and staff with all aspects of proposal preparation, including but not limited to interpretation and clarification of sponsor guidelines, budget development and review, completion of required forms, assurances and certifications, collection of necessary or pertinent data, and compilation of and review of proposal components for consistency and compliance with sponsor guidelines. Identify areas of risk and concern before proposal submission and ensure timely submission of accurate proposals. Coordinates the campus approval processes for proposals via Cayuse S2S and other pertinent pre-award documents. Serves as primary administrative contact and liaison for the University and Sponsors at the proposal stage.  Identifies and serves as liaison in matters involving conflicts of interest, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), biosafety, and responsible conduct of research for assigned departments and units.

Drafts, reviews, analyzes, negotiates, and recommends grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other agreements for acceptance by the California State University (CSU) Fullerton Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC) on behalf of the University. Provides training for faculty and staff in all pre-award processes and procedures. Completes registrati