Job Description:

The grant coordinator will serve as a staff position in the Mewbourne College of Earth & Energy (MCEE) providing professional administrative support and financial grant management to facilitate provisions of services and resolve problems; provide expertise on grant/project terms and conditions; be the liaison to the MCEE Dean and finance director, the Office of Research Services, and Research Financial Services.

Essential Duties: 

• Provides management, administration and/or analysis research grants and contracts within the college.


• Collects and analyzes data and prepares financial reports for research grants or contracts.


• Monitors financial and budgetary systems for the grants in MCEE to insure proper allocation of expenditures and compliance with applicable regulations.


• Balances all accounts and prepares monthly financial statements.


• Generates reliable cost information to be used in preparation of new or modified budget proposals


• Assists in the preparation and administration of grant budgets and preparing follow-up reports as requested throughout the year.


• Coordinates with University administration offices regarding financial practices.


• Assists with development and modifications to accounting systems.


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor Degree, AND:  

• 24 months financial, budgeting or accounting experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 72 months of related experience.

Skills:

• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information


• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines


• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing


• Ability to build rapport with faculty, staff, and students


• Able to communicate directions and expectations effectively


• Ability to produce reports and complete work within deadlines


• Strong initiative to solve problems in a timely manner

Certifications:

• None

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Standard office environment

Departmental Preferences:

• Certified Research Administrator


• Experience with Peoplesoft Financial System


• Two year of grant management experience

Supervision: No Supervisory Duties

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

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