Title: Grant Coordinator
Division: Provost's Office
Department: College of Nursing & Health Professions
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: Annual Salary
EEO Job Group: 2 E2
Position Summary
The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for Grant Coordinator.
This position is responsible for overseeing program office operations to ensure federal compliance, managing budgets and subawards, monitoring project expenditures and allocating funds appropriately, and serving as a liaison across USI departments and program partners. This is a federally funded grant position through June 30, 2025. Funding for each subsequent year up to June 30, 2029, is contingent on satisfactory progress and continuation from HRSA.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Oversee program office operations to ensure federal compliance.
- Manage federal budgets and subawards, monitor project expenditures and allocate funds appropriately, and handle procurement and travel processes.
- Facilitate budget revisions as needed.
- Coordinate administrative tasks for student workers.
- Maintain federal and university records.
- Serve as a liaison between university offices (e.g., OSPRA, accounting, travel procurement, graduate school, human resources), under the direction of the GWEP project director.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite essential, with willingness to learn new applications.
- Experience in organizing record systems and some bookkeeping/accounting skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, exceptional organization skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders in a team environment.
- Valid driver’s license.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in business, health, or related field with 2-3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
- Previous experience with computerized information systems.
- Experience or interest in gerontology.
Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements
Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Occasional irregular hours may be required.
Occasional travel in and out of state may be required.
About USI
The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for this position include:
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
- Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
- Vacation and sick time
- Holiday pay
- Free access to Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.
- Access to on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.
For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits.
Application Process
Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Search Committee Chair:
If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Katie Ehlman, search committee chair, at mehlman@usi.edu.
Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please submit materials before July 31, 2024.
Pre-Employment Screening
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
Authorization to Work in the United States
USI typically will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.
Interview Accommodations
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.
EEO Statement
The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
