Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4550P |
| Home Org Name |
AG Administration (Orgn: 120000) |
| Division Name |
College of Agriculture |
| Position Title |
Contracts & Grants Specialist |
| Job Class Code |
KE05A/B/C |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
The Auburn University College of Agriculture is searching for our next Contracts and Grants Specialist, who will provide administrative support to the College of Agriculture and Agricultural Experiment Station on internal and external grants, extramural projects and the A-21 cost accounting standards obligations. |
| Essential Functions |
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Advising faculty and administration on procedures and approving contract and grant related documents to ensure proper and timely accounting and contractual agreements.
- Serving as liaison between departmental and central offices to ensure proper submission of proposals and ensure compliance with university and sponsor guidelines and cost accounting standards.
- Serving as a point of contact for pre-award grant activity in the college and submit grants on behalf of the college.
- Promoting and coordinating grant opportunities, workshops, and training for faculty.
- Providing customer service to faculty, staff, administration, and sponsors on pre-award activity.
- Providing periodic contract and grant reports; preparing extramural cover forms.
- Maintaining data for funded projects and activities.
- Supporting the Associate Dean for Research and other research staff in providing grantsmanship and research-related trainings to faculty, staff and students.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
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| Why Work at Auburn? |
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
We are hiring for a Contracts and Grants Specialist at three levels, based on candidates qualifications.
Specialist I: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business, Management, Finance, or related field; no experience required.
Specialist II: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Management, Finance, or a closely related field and 2 years of experience in the management of contracts and grants.
Specialist III: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Management, Finance, or a closely related field and 4 years of experience in the management of contracts and grants.
Candidates who do not have a degree may substitute 8 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree. Degrees above a Bachelor's degree may substitute for years of experience. |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, demonstrated technical excellence and ability to work both independently and in a team environment. |
| Minimum Technology Skills |
Knowledge/experience with computers and software programs |
| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
Desired qualifications include a Master's degree |
Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$36,540 - $71,120 |
| Job Category |
Business/Accounting/Finance |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
06/30/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please utilize the attachment feature and attach a cover letter and resume. Only complete application materials will be accepted for review. |
| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/54448 |
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Auburn
$36,540 - $71,120
Jun 30, 2025