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)
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of the Office of Sponsored Programs is a visionary leader for the College in securing and managing a robust portfolio of competitive research and governmental and private-funded grants. This position is responsible for oversight and continued expansion of institutional research priorities funded by government grants, including but not limited to identifying and outlining strategic objectives for research, pre- and post-award administrative functions, compliance, and faculty grant proposal development and training initiatives. This position also oversees the review, approval and monitoring of grant proposals, monitors and provides consultation on the reporting of grant activity, develops and delivers research and grant related training for faculty and staff, coordinates the development and filing of all compliance documents, serves as the key liaison to campus, local, state and federal agency representatives as it relates to all funding agency regulations, requirements and guidelines; and performs other related duties as assigned. This position reports to the Vice President of Finance and Administration and is responsible for the efficient operation of the pre-award services including establishing operating procedures for the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP).
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Requires sedentary work that involves walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations.
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Work environment risks exposure to no known environmental hazards.
EOE M/F/D/V