Department: College of Health and Human Services (CHHS)

Web Announcement:

Sr. Grants Administrator

The George Mason University College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is seeking to fill the position of Sr. Grants Administrator. This position focuses on maximizing funding for research and scholarly pursuits while following the guidelines set forth by the University and affiliated sponsors. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

About the College:

The College of Health and Human Services at George Mason University includes five academic departments including Global and Community Health; Health Administration, Policy and Informatics; Nutrition and Food Studies; Rehabilitation Science; and Social Work, which field a variety of nationally-ranked graduate and undergraduate programs (BS through PhD); and one school, Nursing. The College has recently opened its Population Health Center, which is a state-of-the-art clinical and research facility, while offering professional development opportunities. The College is home to more than 1,900 undergraduate and 950 graduate students and approximately 140 faculty and staff. The College is currently transitioning to become a college of public health. To find out more about the College, visit us at https://chhs.gmu.edu/chhs-glance.

Responsibilities:

The Sr. Grants Administrator will support the Associate Dean of Research and have responsibilities as described, but not limited to: coordinating and/or performing pre-award budgeting, post award and compliance activities for the College. Post award activities include labor distribution, hiring of student and wage employees, purchasing supplies and equipment, reconciling expenditures, journal vouchering, etc. The incumbent will ensure all applications meet agency and university guidelines; complete administrative and financial actions required for project objectives; maintain complete documentation of all project activities; ensure all charges are posted in a timely manner for review; provide professional support to senior management, faculty and staff responsive to report requests, inquiries and concerns; serve as backup on pre award activities; remain current with federal, state, university, and sponsor regulations while assisting in the dissemination of information as necessary; assist in graduate assistant stipend assignments; maintain and reconcile p-card activities; assist with scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars; and carrying out daily operations of the Office of Research. For approximately the first 18-24 months of the appointment, the incumbent will assist the Associate Dean of Research, Acting Interim Chair of Rehabilitation Sciences with administrative and budget activities associated with phasing out of the department.

Required Qualifications:

• Skills and abilities must include effective communication, expertise with Microsoft Office programs and budget management, and evidence of multitasking skills in a service-oriented office setting;
• BA or BS college degree or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Financial Management experience;
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a university setting or equivalent, preferably with externally funded research activities.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful work experience in a university setting is preferred.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Location: Fairfax, VA

Mason Ad Statement:

Great Careers Begin at Mason!

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report “Up and Coming” spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number 02365z at http://jobs.gmu.edu, complete and submit the online application; upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

Equity Statement:

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.