Sponsored Programs Director directs and oversees externally funded programs for a university/college such as research programs and scholarship programs. Responsible for managing the administrative activities of the program including identifying funding sources, acquiring funding, setting program policies and objectives, and allocating resources. Being a Sponsored Programs Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Sponsored Programs Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Sponsored Programs Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Director of Sponsored Programs- Henry C. Lee College
Who we are:
The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university situated on the coast of southern New England. Its a diverse and vibrant community of more than 8,800 students with campuses around the country and around the world. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.
The Director of Sponsored Programs is vital support to the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences initiatives to enhance research opportunities, increase external support for institutional priorities and needs, and facilitate activities and collaborations within the University and with external partners. This position assists the Dean, Faculty, Principal Investigators (PIs), Project Directors (PDs) and others with various activities related to the identification of external funding, development and preparation of proposals, the submission of proposals, and the submission and management of grants and contracts. This position works closely and in conjunction with the Universitys Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs and the Director of Finance for Grants and Sponsored Programs.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Henry C. Lee College Dean / Associate Dean.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Potential supervision of clerical staff, graduate assistants and others.
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The Director of Sponsored Programs Administration for the Henry C. Lee College is required to have extensive experience in identifying potential external funding sources, the preparation and submission of grant/contracts including narratives, preparation of budgets and other supporting documents, and the processing and submission of grant/contract applications. Given the focus area of the College, extensive experience in securing external funding from justice and law enforcement related funding sources and sponsor agencies, is highly desired, particularly federal USDOJ, Dept. of State, Dept. of Homeland Security, and state counterparts. A full understanding of the special conditions and post-award requirements of these departments in particular is highly desirable. Familiarity with other related - funding sources is desirable, such as HHS, NIH, NSF, private foundations, etc. Experience with Uniform Guidance and other federal grant compliance is expected. Experience in the development of contracts and other forms of agreements is desirable. Superior document preparation skills are required. The incumbent must have the interpersonal skills required to deal with a wide variety of individuals including faculty, staff, students, constituent/partner organizations and professionals from outside the university. A Bachelors Degree is required for this position. Previous experience working with a justice agency is highly desirable.
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