Position Function:
Manages and executes multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional research programs. Assists in the operational planning, establishment, execution and evaluation of the multifaceted program/project, which typically consisting of a set of closely related subprograms or associated activities. Will provide strategic administrative, logistical, budgetary, financial, and programmatic support to the MS EPSCoR program. Serves as a principal point of representation and liaison with external constituencies on operational matters and provide day-to-day professional guidance and leadership as appropriate to the area of expertise.
Salary Grade: 15
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Serve as the project administrator for MS EPSCoR programs.
• Serve as a member of the MS EPSCoR NSF project management team.
• Represent the project at annual NSF EPSCoR meetings.
• Provides technical and/or professional coordination and leadership in the execution of day-to-day program/project activities, as appropriate to program objectives and are of expertise.
• Oversees and/or coordinates the collection, compilation, and analysis of program activity data; develops, writes, and presents comprehensive statistical and narrative program reports.
• Closely monitor project spending, subcontracts including invoices, technical reports, and contract modification.
• Administer, manage and coordinate conferences, site reviews and other meetings. This involves scheduling the meeting, coordinating the agenda with governmental representatives, industry partners, members of other institutions, etc.
• Assists in establishing and implementing short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Assist with proposal and program development to include: assisting faculty in identifying opportunities for external funding; provide assistance in development and preparation of documents in support of proposal development; assist with proposal sections related to communication, outreach, teacher training requirements, etc.; assist researchers in the collection of data for proposal submission; work across campus to facilitate and coordinate engagement with partners.
• Collaborates with university departments, programs, projects, local and state school systems, and/or community organizations to consolidate resources and enhance programs.
• Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient operation of the program/projects.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility
May be responsible for training, assisting or assigning tasks to others. May provide input to performance reviews of other employees.
The above essential duties are representative of major duties in this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Experience (yrs): Less than one year directly related to the job duties and responsibilities specified.
Substitution allowed for Education:
Demonstrated experience managing substantial or complex technical programs
Substitution allowed for Experience:
None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of contracts and grants preparation and management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, and fiscal management principles and procedures.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Knowledge of management principles and practices.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• No or very limited physical effort required.
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
• Ability to travel out of local area.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
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