Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202400163S Title Coordinator III - Research Coordinator FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 12. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf* Please be advised that due to the recent regulation from the U.S. Department of Labor changing the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) salary threshold for exempt positions, the details of this position are currently under review. *
Occupational Category Professional Department Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP) Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 05/09/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Three years of successful pre-award administration experience with research proposal concept development, preparation processes, editing, and grant submissions or in a related field. Experience preferably in an institution of higher education like SHSU. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs complex administrative and supervisory program work. Oversees initiatives in the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) focused on increasing funded collaborations between SHSU faculty and staff and external stakeholders. Primary Responsibilities Reviews material to comply with federal, state, and other regulations set by external sponsors. Participates in development and execution of proposals to external sponsors. Prepares budget requests. Conducts reviews on contracts and awards, as well as facilitates execution, set-up, and amendments. Consults with staff and supervisors on issues that arise and provide solutions. Works with AOR to develop departmental goals for each fiscal year. Oversees all data relating to grant submissions, awards, and expenditures. Analyzes and prepare reports for data purposes. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies.
Up to 60% of this position, over the fiscal year during off-peak periods, may be performed remotely as determined by the supervisor after training period. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39103 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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