Grants Administrator I

Grants Administrator I

Salary

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Annually

Location

Statewide, SC

Job Type

Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number

PSA015

Agency

South Carolina State University

Division

Office of 1890 Research & Extension Programs

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please upload resume and 3 references on the NEOGOV.Org website

Residency Requirement

No

Class Code:

BE30

Position Number:

PSA015

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

CLN04

Hiring Range - Min.

$50,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$60,000.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Compliance/Grants Management Director, the employee will be responsible for providing administrative, financial and technical direction to faculty and staff applying or interested in applying for external grants as well as enforcing and complying with all sponsor and University policies and procedures applicable to managing federal and non-federal sponsored awards.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Job Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Identify potential grant funding opportunities and disseminate information to staff timely as well coordinate the proposal planning process. Coordinates receipt of awards and supporting documentation, maintains proposal records and prepares reports for management as it relates to external funding.

2. Monitors sponsored award expenditures to ensure expenses are properly charged and reimbursed, according to award terms and conditions and within budget limits and timelines. Manages oversight of subrecipients, including ongoing monitoring of spending and of special terms and conditions.

3. Prepare monthly reports on the funded grant status. Serves as primary liaison with funding agencies; negotiates final grant and contract terms in consultation with appropriate agency authorities; Preparing financial projection reports to analyze spending trends. Communicating with PIs about budget projections. Reviewing and approving payments, including vendor invoices, individual reimbursements.

4. Reviews current and pending legislative changes to stay current on federal research and compliance requirements. Attends training, meetings, workshops and conferences to stay abreast of current financial developments. Assists in developing and presenting information at workshops and trainings. Conducts training and workshops on financial and budgetary matters.

5. Composes correspondence in response to general inquiries. Produces reports, mailings, correspondence or other written materials.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities: The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the Land-Grant University System and history, philosophy, organization and objects of Research & Extension. They must have a willingness to adapt to frequent changes in environment, people and processes. They must possess a working knowledge of research compliance policies and federal grant regulations, including Uniform Guidance and USDA-NIFA Policy Guide. The individual must also demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as have the ability to prioritize across responsibilities and manage varied commitments along with deadlines. The individual must have knowledge of agency policies and regulations which pertain to contractual and grant activities and the ability to review and assess complex grants and contracts.

Education and Experience: The requirement for the position includes having bachelors degree in business administration, accounting, public administration or related field and experience in contracts and grant administration activities. The preferred requirement is a masters degree and 5 or more years of experience in oversight of contract and grant administration activities including both federal and non-federal awards.

Supervisory Responsibilities: The individual is expected to be self-directed, possess the ability to use a high degree of judgement, work independently with minimal supervision and handle complex confidential information. Must be able to relate to culturally diverse employees and their constituents. A valid drivers license and daily access to an operable vehicle which meets the SC Department of Highways and Public Safety Road laws and regulations are required.

Additional Comments

Supervisory Responsibilities: The individual is expected to be self-directed, possess the ability to use a high degree of judgement, work independently with minimal supervision and handle complex confidential information. Must be able to relate to culturally diverse employees and their constituents. A valid drivers license and daily access to an operable vehicle which meets the SC Department of Highways and Public Safety Road laws and regulations are required.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency South Carolina State University Address 300 College Street, NE

Orangeburg, South Carolina, 29117

Phone 803-536-7047

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.