Grant Specialist
Kansas State University
About This Role
The Research and Evaluation Project Development Specialist supports pre- and post-award administration for the Office of Educational Innovation (OEIE) and Evaluation at K-State. The position works closely with Principal Investigators, Project Directors, faculty and OEIE staff to ensure grant applications meet sponsored research funding application parameters by collaborating with OEIE team members and clientele on evaluation and research design for new proposals and the development of evaluation components including logic models, budget justifications, and supporting documents required for proposal submission. This position is responsible for documenting and tracking projects from pre- to post-award status and researching new funding sources.
About Us
OEIE is a fast-paced and growing office in the College of Education at Kansas State University. OEIE provides technical assistance and capacity building services in evaluation and program development to various state and federal agencies, universities, and foundations.
We are a highly collaborative team that enjoys tackling complex problems while continuing to impress our clients. Please review our vision, mission, and core values before applying (http://www.k-state.edu/oeie/). Benefits to working for OEIE include:
• Very competitive health, leave, and retirement plans, plus other K-State Employee Benefits https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits
• Remote/hybrid work options
• New laptop and other tools you need to succeed.
Worksite Option
The position is eligible for hybrid/remote status. Review K-State's https://www.k-state.edu/hr/about/policies/remote-work/ for more information.
What You'll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:
• Requires a bachelor's degree and one-year of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with evaluation stakeholders such as state and federal program funding agencies.
• Experience with writing proposals and an understanding of program planning.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in diverse and changing environments and foster a team environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and be highly motivated.
• Administrative experience in program management and budget development.
• Demonstrate problem-solving, critical thinking skills and analytical skills; including the ability to analyze administrative problems, make recommendations for improvement, and take appropriate courses of action.
• Exercises diplomacy and handle highly confidential matters in a discreet manner.
• Independent problem solving, organization, and analysis skills.
• Must be proactive, flexible, and demonstrate organizational and administrative skills.
• Experience in program evaluation and/or social science research.
Other Requirements:
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three professional references
Screening of Applications Begins
Immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
$47,486-$60,500
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5937916
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