Grambling State University

Director, Office of Sponsored Programs

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DEPARTMENT:	Office of Sponsored Programs
QUALIFICATIONS:	A master's degree in an academic discipline is required; however, a doctorate is preferred. Experience in proposal development and managing federally funded projects are required. At least seven years experience in higher education.
RESPONSIBILITIES:	The successful candidate will be expected to: Implement the yearly plan to increase the funding received from grants and contracts Annually revise the plan to increase the number and the funding of grants and contracts received by the University Inform the Provost through monthly progress reports of work accomplished in the Office Operate the Office in accord with policies of the University and the University of Louisiana System Develop and update annually a Capabilities Statement describing the expertise of the faculty Market the University faculty to federal agencies, corporations, and foundations Develop working relationships with program officers at federal agencies, national laboratories, and foundations Represent the University at conferences and meetings dealing with grants and contracts Operate the Office to provide assistance and encouragement to faculty attempting to write proposals Carry out other duties related to the purpose of the Office as assigned by the Provost
SALARY:	Salary is competitive with excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION DETAILS:	Electronically submit (using MS Word) cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) letters of reference, and required applications to empapp@gram.edu. Official transcripts and Pre-employment Screening Forms (Criminal Background Check Forms) should be submitted under separate cover via regular mail to: Grambling State University Office of Human Resources GSU Box 4261 Grambling, LA 71245
DEADLINE:	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform applicants that we can employ only U. S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U. S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. Each finalist for a position is required to undergo a criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of the background check. GSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that provides facilities accessible to the disabled. Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the ADA should contact Grambling’s Office of Human Resources located in room #148 of Long Jones Hall or call (318) 274-2237. Posted 2/2/2009