Grants and Compliance Administration Specialist

The Grants and Compliance Administrator position is responsible for working with the Associate Provost of Grants and Research Administration, principal investigators and directors, grant administrators, and auditors to help manage the post-grant and compliance requirements for various grants awarded to Chicago State University. S/he will engage in all post-grant and compliance-related grants management procedures assigned to the Office of Grants and Research Administration.

1. Serve as an authority, provide expertise, and perform highly specialized work assignments in a unique area of specialization.
2. Exercise knowledge and methodology of a profession or specialized field. Keep abreast of relevant legislation, rules, regulations, tools, procedures, technical specifications, and developments in the field. Pursue professional development activities to expand knowledge and maintain currency.
3. Provide specialized services, and investigate and troubleshoot problems.
4. Plan and execute complex projects in the field of expertise.
5. Analyze data and information, and evaluate and summarize findings.
6. Research, conceptualize, define and communicate ideas and issues; provide insight, recommend action, and pursue solutions to problems.
7. Provide advice and counsel, serving as a "consultant" to other staff members within the unit, campus, or the general public, within the unique area of expertise.
8. Formulate policy based on judgment and expert knowledge of a particular area.
9. Identify and evaluate resources and obtain information relevant to a specialized area.
10. Coordinate working relationships with peers and other appropriate University personnel to achieve defined goals and objectives.
11. May supervise and/or train other staff members or students.
12. Represent the unit on various campus committees or teams related to the specialized area.
13. Act as liaison with other skilled specialists throughout the state and nationwide.

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY THE PLACEMENT OFFICER

Masters Degree in Business Administration Grants Compliance Certification preferred

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Demonstrated background in grant management and compliance;
* Grants compliance certification preferred or must be working toward certification;
* Knowledge of grants management processes and software preferred;
* Must have good written and verbal communication skills, work well within a team with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues in a professional manner.;
* Office skills, computer literacy and advanced word processing abilities required (proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point is necessary).
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are critical.
* Must have ability to multi-task and work under the pressure of multiple deadlines.
* Customer service-oriented, must be able to prioritize and work under minimal supervision.

In office/conference setting.