Grants Specialist, Office of Grants & Research
Company: Seton Hall University, New Jersey
Location: South Orange
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Compliance, Grants and Grants
Information Systems Manager, the core work is with faculty and
university personnel to develop proposals for grants and contracts
for research, teaching and education; responsible for proactive
outreach and pre-award support, budget development, consistent
application of the Office of Grants & Research Services (OGRS)
policies and knowledge and use of grant systems locally and in
funding agencies for grant application/subcontract processing and
review. The office is part of the Provost's Office and closely
works and cooperates with Corporate and Foundation Relations,
Grants Accounting and other academic functions, and will perform
the core work functions with those units as well, representing
OGRS. Supports the Director and Grants and Grants Information
Systems Manager with projects as assigned and assists in the work
of support through the entire life cycle of grants. Duties and
Responsibilities: 1. Work with faculty and university personnel to
develop proposals for grants and contracts for research, teaching
and education; responsible for proactive outreach and pre-award
activity, budget development, consistent application of the Office
of Grants & Research Services (OGRS) policies and knowledge and use
of grant systems locally and in funding agencies for grant
application/subcontract processing and review. Assist the
implementation of grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance with
grant requirements, and preparing required reports. Regularly
assess project performance against the plan, identify deviations,
and takes corrective actions. Supports the Director and Grants and
Grants Information Systems Manager with projects as assigned and
assists in the work of support through the entire life cycle of
grants. 2. Assist in the development and documentation of policies,
procedures and guidelines in the areas of proposal submission,
award compliance and administration, and subaward processes.
Provide training and serve as resource in the implementation of
changes in practice to conform to policy as required. 3. Develop
and maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise in sponsors’
regulations, systems, policies, procedures, and perform special
projects and other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree, Field of Study: Open 1-3 years of experience in
Grants or related field Must display a high degree of
interdependent and cooperative work, accountable to numerous
constituencies, and must be able to independently ensure timely
review, control, and oversight of all stages of applications and
awards and submit applications for the university. Oral & Written
Communication: effective representation of OGRS and its
policies/procedures to grant applicants, funding agencies and
on-campus partners Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree, Field
of study: Open Experience in grant administration is desirable
Experience in higher education Licenses and Certificates: Will need
to be trained on the latest Citi certifications to assist with
Compliance matters as well. Salary Range: $57,177 - $78,618
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt Physical Demands: General Office
Environment Special Instructions to Applicants: Names & contact
information for 3 professional references in application materials
Benefits Information: Full Time Benefits Life today is complex.
That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of
benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university
compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to
bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental
insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More
information is available at
https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html . Seton Hall
University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity
(EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.
Keywords: Seton Hall University, New Jersey, Jersey City , Grants Specialist, Office of Grants & Research, Administration, Clerical , South Orange, New Jersey
