Boys Town · 3 weeks ago
Research Grant Specialist
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expBoys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. The Research Grant Specialist prepares and submits grant applications, ensures compliance with funding requirements, and manages award setup and reporting.
ConsultingHealth CareMedicalMental Health
Responsibilities
Provides administrative support for development and submission of grant applications. Also includes the pre- and post-grant administration activities, including interpreting sponsor guidelines, compliance issues, and other regulations
Responds to inquiries from investigators, sponsors and institute administrators regarding sponsored project proposals, awards, and contracts
Assists in the planning, organizing and monitoring of grant activities
Assists with the entering of proposal and award information in a database
Designs and/or coordinates special forms and studies, such as surveys and statistical analyses for grants and other activities as directed
Works with Grant Accounting in developing operating budgets and budget justifications
Provides skilled support to maintain efficient operation of grants administration
Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills in applying a detailed knowledge of grant responsibilities
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of two years of grants or contracts experience or equivalent combination of related education and experience required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Detail-oriented problem solvers with a strong understanding of grant regulations, experience in grants management or financial/subcontract reporting preferred
Benefits
Reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location
Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs
No cost mental health visits to an in-network provider
Generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account
Tuition reimbursement
Parenting resources from our experts
Professional development opportunities within the organization
Company
Boys Town
Boys Town specializes in social services, mental health, criminal justice, community strengthening and healing services.
Founded in 1917Boys Town, Nebraska, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rod Kempkes
Chief Executive Officer
Judy Rasmussen
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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