Idaho State University Looking for Director of Sponsored Projects, Office for Research (1015) Full Time

Director of Sponsored Projects, Office for Research (1015)
Pocatello – Main

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

As the leader for the Grants & Contracts Accounting within the Office for Research, this position is responsible for ensuring effective fiscal administrative support for grant and contract projects at Idaho State University, from receipt of a sponsored award through completion of the funded project. The Director will assemble, coach and develop a team to perform critical activities such as: account creation, compliance with institutional policies and procedures, effort certification, government post-funding regulations, invoicing, collection, reporting, and grant close out. The incumbent will have a strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and compliance issues as they relate to grant/contract funding. In addition, the Director will act as a liaison between the Office for Research and ISU Departments and as an expert resource for customers on policy, procedure and best practices related to the appropriate expenditure of external funding resources.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provides expert fiscal advice and guidance on research proposals, awards and administrative processes
• Along with the Senior Accountants, collaborates with Grants & Sponsored Programs Specialists on the review of proposals for submission to sponsoring entities
• Analyzes proposed budgets for accuracy, potential profit/loss and payment restrictions
• Analyzes proposals, awards and agreements for compliance and consistency with federal and state laws and regulations, university policy and practice, research compliance restrictions and guidelines, financial and academic requirements, and agency policies and procedures
• Establishes & manages awards
• Assists in solving problems related to the administration of awards
• In conjunction with other Office for Research staff, reviews and interprets sponsoring agency submission and expenditure requirements
• Manages fiscal data via database
• Provides formal and informal training to faculty and staff

Essential functions:

• Manages all aspects of award management including monitoring, transaction reconciliation, invoicing and approvals and accounts receivable
• Regulation application and compliance
• Office supervision and administration
• Conflict research and resolution
• Single audit preparation
• Standard and ad hoc report submissions
• Inter-office training as well as training for principal investigators and/or their designees

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related discipline
• Five (5) years’ experience working with federal or private funding agencies on grants, contracts, or other agreements
• Ability to work independently, effectively and efficiently under pressure
• Demonstrated management and/or supervisory experience and effective communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Public Administration, or a related field
• Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience within an academic or higher education environment
• Computer literacy in data management, document preparation and management, spreadsheet creation and presentation software

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received prior to June 11, 2023. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req1936
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Office for Research

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

To apply, visit https://isu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/1936?c=isu

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