Grants Development Specialist
Athens , GA
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Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S12102P
Working Title
Grants Development Specialist
Department
PSO-Carl Vinson Inst of Govt
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
The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Who We Are
As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the UGA Institute of Government contributes directly to the university's overarching public service mission of improving people's lives by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. This public service mission, and the Institute of Government's role in its success, is at the heart of UGA's land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia and its residents.
We have a wide range of experts who inform, inspire, and innovate every day so that governments, large and small, can be more efficient and responsive to their citizens, address current and emerging challenges, and serve the public with excellence. We are uniquely positioned to provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multi-disciplinary and intragovernmental groups to plan for and address many of the challenges faced by communities across Georgia.
Our areas of expertise and focus include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations and organizational effectiveness; measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes; building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams; and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders.
Whether it is through our award-winning PROPEL (Planning Rural Opportunities for Prosperity and Economic Leadership) program for rural communities, our CyberArch student program that helps Georgia communities increase their cybersecurity, our efforts to build a visionary plan for military and community partnerships to spur economic prosperity and resilient infrastructure, our financial management certificate program to build the capacity of public officials, or hosting educational events about e-mobility strategies for local governments .... We Know Georgia. Fulfilling our land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia is more than a project. It's our purpose.
We are growing and excited to add individuals to our team who share our commitment to public service - building stronger communities, inspiring economic resilience, and improving quality of life for communities across Georgia and beyond.
Our Culture - How We Operate
We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate internally across our areas of expertise and across the university with academic researchers to bring best practices and expert insights to the governments and communities we serve. We are committed to fielding a team of experts who have a variety of professional and academic experiences and are grounded in our culture of excellence and approach our work with Georgia's governments in a comprehensive and objective fashion.
College/Unit/Department website
www.CVIOG.uga.edu
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
Normal business hours are M-F, 8-5.
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date
05/17/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date Proposed Starting Date
08/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position open until filled. Applications received by June 10, 2024 are a preference.
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
Development/Fundraising Professional
FLSA
Exempt
FTE
1.0
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 Development Specialist position assists all Public Service and Outreach ( PSO ) units with seeking external grants and sponsored program opportunities to increase the generation of external funding to better serve the needs of Georgia citizens. The specialized grant development expertise of this position is crucial given that PSO units generate 70 percent of their operating budgets through external funding sources. The incumbent will help to increase PSO's ability to compete for larger and more long-term external funding from federal agencies, corporations, and foundations, and provide PSO unit leadership with assistance to identify and develop grant and external funding proposals through the application development and submission phases. The position will provide proposal enhancement assistance as needed. This position will also identify, develop, and manage training/professional development opportunities for PSO faculty and staff focused on grant development,
The incumbent's role will be to continually seek and identify opportunities for funding and align opportunities identified with PSO units based on a deep understanding of PSO units' mission. The Grants Development Specialist will be knowledgeable of the relevant policies of major federal and non-federal sponsors, manage complex proposal award tasks, and make independent decisions concerning non-narrative content and format of grant proposals for the grant submission process. This position will work closely with the Office of the Vice President for PSO senior management team, PSO directors, Development and Alumni Relations, Sponsored Projects Administration, and other campus administrative groups.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Strong management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to use personal computer in a Microsoft environment.
• Knowledge of the relevant policies of major federal and non-federal sponsors.
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
Physical Demands
Work in a standard office environment.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
Yes
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)
No
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
• Seek and identify opportunities for funding and align opportunities with PSO units based on a deep understanding of PSO units' mission.
• Serve as a resource to all PSO units on grant related matters. Provide technical assistance to PI's (e.g., project design, application process, grant management, budget development, and compliance).
• Identify/develop grants tools and resources; including but not limited to identifying grant mentors and faculty grant experience/expertise, creating examples of successful applications, tool kits, and other resources to improve competitiveness, and creating resources for standardized language and other information used routinely in applications.
• Identify, develop, and manage training/professional development opportunities for PSO faculty and staff focused on grant development, such as webinars, workshops, presentations etc.
• Serve as a Designated Limited Signature Authority ( DLSA ) supporting PSO units in managing the overflow of proposal submissions, as needed.
Percentage of time
70
Duties/Responsibilities
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with PSO units, corporate and foundation relations, university academic units, Sponsored Projects Administration ( SPA ), and other university administrative units involved in grants processes. Coordinate/trouble-shoot issues on grant related processes and individual projects.
• Connect and enhance grant collaboration among PSO and academic units.
• Provide regular reporting on grant funding levels and performance related to strategic goals.
• Identify and timely address issues inhibiting sponsored project performance.
Percentage of time
10
Duties/Responsibilities
• Serve on campus-wide task forces or committees to advocate for PSO on Federal grants and ensure PSO is considered/involved in the initial conversations for all SPA community engagement related grants.
• Serve as the PSO liaison to SPA and other central university units for all grants related matters.
Percentage of time
10
Duties/Responsibilities
Remain informed and provide guidance on relevant policies of major federal and non-federal sponsors, as well as university polices and complex pre- and post-award tasks.
Percentage of time
10
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, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job Summary
Company
University of Georgia
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open