Post Award Grant Specialist

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 20270002NE Job Title Post Award Grant Specialist Number of Vacancies 1 About Murray State

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits

Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment Regular Full-Time If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week Work Location Murray, KY Employment Term 12 Months Position Type Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly) Department VP for Academic Affairs Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Support of sponsored award accounting and compliance including ensuring all charges are compliant, preventing over or under-spending of awards, and contributing regular support through entry and analysis of data within various sponsor and university financial-related systems. Will also be responsible for providing exceptional customer serve through timely response and follow-up related to these duties.

• Monitors and ensures adherence to all institutional and federal compliance regulations, including IACUC and IRB protocols, to maintain research integrity and institutional eligibility.
• Manages the no-cost extension lifecycle by coordinating directly with Principal Investigators (PIs) and Grants Accounting.
• Facilitates budget revisions and carryover requests by analyzing fiscal constraints, verifying sponsor terms, and works with PI on regulations and policies. Coordinates the administrative and financial continuation processes for multi-year awards and works with Sponsored Programs and Grants Accounting to ensure progress reports and financial statements are submitted on time.
• Sends FOAPAL Memo to Grants Accounting when an award is received.
• Liaison and communicate with Project Officer with PI on issues.
• Reviews and helps maintain with Grants Accounting the institutional Post-Award Policies and Procedures.
• Works with Legal Counsel on contracts requiring signature.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, Education, or a related field.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements

• Previous experience in grants management, compliance, auditing, or financial administration.
• Bookkeeping experience required
• Keyboarding, office procedures, and microcomputer
• Independent worker, excellent interpersonal skills, writing, and editing skills are required.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Grant experience strongly preferred.

Posting Date 10/12/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by November 2, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Hourly Rate/Annual Salary $20.38 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications) Staff Grade 110 Work Hours

• Normal working hours

Physical Demands

• Normal for office environment

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, Education, or a related field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have previous experience in grants management, compliance, auditing, or financial administration?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have bookkeeping experience?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document