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Grants & Contracts Officer II

Georgia State University
$55,100 - $69,000
tuition assistance
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
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Jul 29, 2026
Description : Grants & Contracts Officer II College of Arts & Sciences Faculty Development The College of Arts & Sciences at Georgia State University is transforming lives through our research advances, career-empowering teaching, and work with community partners in Atlanta and around the globe. As the largest college on the Atlanta Campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is home to more than 15,000 students, 550 faculty, and 300 staff members. Our faculty teach the core curriculum courses that serve as the foundation of nearly every student's university education. These are exciting times at The College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence. The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking to hire an experienced Grants & Contracts Officer II WHAT MAKES College of Arts & Science A GREAT PLACE? Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners Professional development opportunity and mentorship A rapidly growing center within an academic setting HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO: The ideal candidate for this position will perform pre-award activities for the college's large, complex, and diverse portfolio of federal, state, local, and private grants, contracts, and agreements. Pre-award activities include broad duties in preparation (ex: budgets, budget justifications, etc.) and submission of grant and contract proposals in collaboration with OSPA. Ensures all applications meet agency and university guidelines and published timetables and deadlines. Ensures proposals are entered and routed in a timely manner for further review. Works with the central research office on the submission of electronic proposals and assists with problems and issues. Also interprets regulations and guidelines of multiple programs funding with complex and broad guidelines for spending. Acts as back-up for post-award G&C lls in the college when needed. Post-award activities include broad duties in award management. The essential duties and responsibilities of the Grants & Contracts Officer II are the following: Works on new grant proposals with faculty as assigned by supervisor. Ensure all proposal elements (required documentation, budget, cost share, sub-contracts, etc) are consistent, accurate, and complete. Develop budgets and budget justifications which include proofing the budget. Advise the PIs on administrative requirements in preparing proposal submissions. Monitor compliance with agency and university regulations regarding submission;verify all financial information to include application of the appropriate F&A and fringe benefit rates for the project. Assigned complex submissions that include interdisciplinary proposals with other units and sub-awards. Works in collaboration with OSPA on final proposal submissions in various sponsor portals. Receives feedback on final proposals and assists Pl with making corrections as needed per the suggestions of OSPA. Works with PIs on new award setup for initial awards. Assists Pl with updating budgets and routing new awards in the research portal for setup by OSPA. Works with PIs on setting up advance accounts for pre-award spending when necessary. Works collaboratively with college administrative staff to obtain backup accounts and routes advance accounts through the research portal for approval. Assists PIs with a variety of forms that may be necessary for final proposal submission and internal approvals, including but not limited to F&A waivers, F&A split forms, and sponsor-specific forms for signature. Keeps pre-award files updated and maintained on the shared drive for CAS research administration. Acts as backup for the pre-award Assistant Director when needed. Works collaboratively with post-award G&C officers in CAS on various issues, including effort, re-budgeting, and allowable costs on sponsored projects. Other duties assigned. Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor. Qualifications : Minimum Hiring Standards: Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience or a combination of education and related experience. College/Business Unit : College of Arts & Sciences Department : Faculty Development Year One Location : Atlanta Campus Shift : 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM Salary : $55,100 - $69,000 Pay Grade : 19 FLSA Status : Exempt Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible) Job Posting : 07/23/26, 3:24:01 PM Closing Date : 08/07/26, 3:59:00 AM Special Instructions : To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission: A complete and accurate GSU application Resume Cover Letter #LI-BD1 Georgia State University Values COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office. Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. 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