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CAES C&G Grants Manager

University of Georgia
retirement plan
United States, Georgia, Athens
Nov 08, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number S12661P
Working Title CAES C&G Grants Manager
Department CAES-Contracts & Grants
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday. Hours may vary including occasional evening and weekend work to meet performance expectations.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date 09/13/2024
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 10/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Information


Classification Title Business Operations Professional
FLSA Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
The Grants Manager will provide full oversight and management of restricted accounts. This will encompass all aspects of post-award grants management. This position is part of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences' Contracts & Grants Office and will provide PI's reports for funds status, monitor compliance including cost share and effort, and assist business managers in overall grant support.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

  • Considerable knowledge of the principles, concepts, and procedures of business administration, and skill in applying accounting and financial management principles.
  • Knowledge of university, state, and federal policies concerning grants budgeting and the application of effort for personnel paid from grants.
  • Thorough knowledge of UGA financial and Human Resources systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business information systems and software.
  • Ability to work independently on complex issues related to day-to-day operations of restricted accounts.
  • Ability to produce and maintain reports and records.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty and staff.
  • Analytical skills to conduct research on policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

  • Work at a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Driving to perform job related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities


Duties/Responsibilities
Account Management:

  • Work within UGA systems including UGA Financial Management System, UGA Budget Management System, Grants Portal, and UGAMart.
  • Monitor expenditures and project spending on restricted accounts to ensure that the projects are correctly budgeted and the correct account codes are opened.
  • Provide updates to principal investigators regarding the status of funds available from sponsor-funded projects and assist the principal investigators with accessing and utilizing the funds efficiently and within the sponsor, state, and federal guidelines.
  • Provide account detail statements to PIs monthly. Provide scenario-based figures when requested and aid as needed to compile budget information for reports to funding agency.
  • Assist with account closeouts.
  • Verify grant spending follows UGA and funding agency guidelines and that accounts are audit ready.
  • Send reports identifying projects that do not have expenditures posted.
  • Send 30, 60, and 90 day reports on grants coming to an end.
  • Submit and monitor modifications to grant as requested including NCEs, budget changes, PI changes, sub award payments, etc.

Percentage of time 70


Duties/Responsibilities
Personnel Management:

  • Work with faculty's home department business managers to ensure Key Personnel effort is being applied in accordance with the restricted account project budget. This includes ensuring research buyouts are in place, effort is applied and distributed appropriately throughout the project budget year, cost-share is met, working with the Research Administration Manager to ensure any discrepancies are addressed internally and externally.
  • Review and approve Funding Changes and Express Direct Retros.

Percentage of time 30
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