Job Title: Grants Administrator (Psychology)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 59587

Department

Department of Psychology | Florida State University College of Arts & Sciences

Responsibilities

This position serves as the Grants Administrator in the Department of Psychology within the Florida State University College of Arts & Sciences directly supporting the work and research efforts of accomplished scholars.

In This Role, You Will Be Responsible For

• Supervising, training, and managing a team of grants specialists.
• Advising faculty on pre- and post- award actions and working with them on budget development and submission, long term planning, and grant closeout.
• Acting as the lead grant coordinator for the development and administration
• Overseeing the initiation, approval, and audit of fiscal activities for contract and grant management of the Psychology Department.
• Interpreting agency/solicitation specific guidelines to grantees to assist in
• Reconciling fiscal activities for reporting purposes to ensure compliance with federal, state and university policies.
• Analyzing, verifying, recording, and tracking transactions (revenue, transfers)
• Serving as a liaison between faculty and appropriate University offices, as well as some external entities.
  
  

The Grants Administrator plays a crucial role in the success of the Department of Psychology. By serving in this position, you will contribute directly to the success of the academic teaching and research efforts at Florida State University!

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)

This position requires successful completion of the eSPEAR Certification or ability to obtain the certification within 6 months of hire. https://www.research.fsu.edu/research-offices/sra/resources/training/espear/.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred candidate would have over five years of experience in supervisory or management positions.
  
  

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Who is an ideal candidate for this position?

An individual who works well in a busy environment, who is flexible, adapts easily to the needs of multiple stakeholders and communicates effectively and is detailed-oriented. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving and is able to organize tasks and meet deadlines. You enjoy seeing projects through to completion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.

You are committed service excellence. You thrive when working independently but can also work as a team player. You enjoy building relationships with your office coworkers to accomplish larger goals. You enjoy encouraging others and leading a team.

What is a typical day in this position?

The Grants Administrator is responsible for the supervision and management of all contract & grant activities for the Department of Psychology. Activities include administering, tracking, and reporting of federal, state, local and private awards, assisting principal investigators with pre- and post-award initiatives and supervising the grants team staff.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

The minimum starting salary for the position is $58,500. Anticipated starting salary will be offered commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

A work sample will be conducted for applicants selected for an interview.

This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.