Grants Manager
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Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number: Regular0091629
Position Title: Grants Manager
Classification Title Director I
Min Salary $60,171.04
Max Salary
Salary Type Annual
FLSA E = Exempt
Position Type: Staff
Position Summary: The Grant Manager provides professional-level post-award administration, compliance monitoring, reporting coordination, and operational support for sponsored programs. This position serves as the primary coordinator for day-to-day post award grant management activities for assigned grants and works collaboratively with project directors, finance staff, and institutional leadership to ensure sponsored programs are administered in accordance with award requirements, institutional policies, and applicable regulations.
This position reports to the Director of Grants and performs assigned post-
award administration and compliance monitoring duties under the direction of
the Grants Director. The Grant Manager supports the successful implementation
of externally funded projects by coordinating award setup, monitoring
compliance obligations, facilitating reporting processes, tracking financial
activity, and providing training and technical assistance to project
personnel. Through effective grant administration, this role helps maximize
the impact of sponsored funding while reducing organizational risk and
ensuring stewardship of grant resources.
Required Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration,
Accounting, Finance, Nonprofit Management, Higher Education
Administration, or a related field required.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in grant
administration, sponsored programs management, compliance, financial
administration, or a related area.
Experience managing federal, state, local, or private foundation grants.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
may be considered.
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills:
Experience in higher education, nonprofit, government, or grant-funded
environments.
Knowledge of federal grant regulations, compliance requirements, and
reporting standards.
Experience working with financial management systems, grants management
software, or enterprise reporting systems.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skills & Competencies
Demonstrated knowledge of grant administration, post-award management, and
sponsor compliance requirements, with the ability to interpret and apply
award terms, regulations, and institutional policies.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the
ability to manage multiple grants, evaluate financial and programmatic
data, identify issues, and recommend appropriate solutions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including budget tracking,
expenditure analysis, data reconciliation, and reporting; proficiency with
Microsoft Word and Outlook required.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the
ability to effectively collaborate with project personnel, institutional
stakeholders, finance staff, and external sponsors.
Ability to provide guidance and technical assistance related to grant
administration, compliance, reporting, and financial management
requirements.
Demonstrated attention to detail, sound professional judgment, and a
commitment to maintaining accurate documentation, confidentiality, and
stewardship of grant resources.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and contribute
effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Department: Rowan-Cabarrus Foundation
Work Hours: M-F
8a – 5p
Posting Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Duties & Responsibilities
Duty and Responsibility: Post-Award Administration
Coordinate grant setup activities and administrative controls to support
effective management of sponsored awards.
Administer award terms and conditions, ensuring ongoing compliance with
sponsor, regulatory, and institutional requirements.
Maintain oversight of grant records, documentation, and official award
files to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
Facilitate grant closeout activities, including the verification of
required documentation and completion of sponsor and institutional
requirements.
Provide technical guidance and support to Project Leads and grant
personnel regarding post-award administration, compliance obligations, and
grant management practices.
Duty and Responsibility: Compliance Monitoring
Monitor grant compliance requirements and communicate obligations to
project personnel and the Grants Director.
Conduct periodic grant file reviews to ensure documentation is complete
and current.
Monitor and record fulfillment of matching and cost-share commitments and
ensure documentation supports audit and reporting requirements.
Monitor and track participant support costs, equipment purchases, and
other restricted budget categories for compliance.
Assist with preparation for audits, monitoring visits, and internal
reviews.
Identify potential compliance concerns and coordinate with the Grants
Director to determine corrective actions as needed.
Duty and Responsibility: Reporting Coordination
Oversee sponsor reporting requirements and ensure the timely and accurate
submission of all programmatic, financial, and administrative reports.
Manage reporting schedules, deliverables, project milestones, and
performance measures to ensure compliance with award requirements and
achievement of grant objectives.
Evaluate performance data and supporting documentation to assess progress,
support sponsor reporting, and identify potential risks or gaps.
Maintain official grant reporting records and sponsor communications to
support accountability, audit readiness, and institutional recordkeeping.
Duty and Responsibility: Financial Coordination
Review expenditures for alignment with approved grant budgets and award
requirements.
Coordinate with Finance regarding grant expenditures, financial reporting,
and budget monitoring.
Monitor spending trends and assist project personnel in managing available
grant resources.
Assist with budget revision requests and sponsor approvals when
applicable.
Support financial reconciliation activities throughout the grant
lifecycle.
Communicate potential budget concerns or variances to appropriate
stakeholders.
Duty and Responsibility: Training and Technical Assistance
Provide training, guidance, and technical assistance to Project Leads and
grant personnel regarding grant administration requirements and best
practices.
Develop and maintain procedures, templates, and resource materials that
support consistent and compliant management of sponsored awards.
Assist departments in interpreting sponsor requirements and implementing
institutional grant management procedures.
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to
enhance grant administration processes and operational effectiveness.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Nonprofit Management, Higher Education Administration, or a related field?
Yes
No
How many years of experience do you have in grants administration and/or compliance?
0 - 5
5 - 10
10 - 15
15+
Do you have experience managing federal, state, local, or private foundation grants?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Transcript 1
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Other Document
Transcript 2
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