Position Information

Posting Number 20112942

Position Title Grant Field Coordinator

FTE

Position Type Staff

Department Center for Resiliency

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About the Role:

The Grant Field Coordinator will provide support to faculty in a busy, fast-paced academic environment that have secured extramural funding through research and service grants, cooperative agreements, sub-awards, and contracts. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all funder guidelines and criteria are fulfilled according to the terms of the grant/contract award especially in field research activities.

What You’ll Do – Position Duties

• Manage and support grant field activities for Principal Investigators.

• Ensure grant(s) are compliant with funder guidelines.

• Serve as liaison with stakeholders on issues regarding grant(s).

• Responsible for ordering and overseeing applicable materials, supplies, and capital equipment.

• Installation, instrumentation, and maintenance of a large flood sensing monitoring system located in southeast Texas.

• Assisting installation, instrumentation, and maintenance of equipment and sensors and other activities associated with various environmental quality projects including water quality and air quality in and around Southeast Texas.

• Assisting with safety procedures, training, PPE , and inspections

• Oversight of students working on equipment and projects

• Performing other jobs as needed for outreach, education, and research assigned by the Director of the Center for Resiliency.

Key Competencies:

• Effective communication skills and ability to interpret oral/written instructions.

• Ability to successfully communicate with agency partners and other stakeholders.

• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and repair.

• Operational knowledge of manual/power tools.

• Skills and experience in computer systems and networks, including hardware and software.

• A valid US or Canadian driver’s license.

• Currently authorized to work in US

Physical Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required.

• Ability to lift and carry 25-50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.

• Able to lift twenty-five pounds and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.

• Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Conditions:

The typical schedule is M-F 8 am-5 pm, with some after-hours work.

This position supports field research activities and may occasionally work outside of normal business hours.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.

• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field.

• At least 1-year relevant experience.

• Familiarity with manual/power tools

  EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

Security Sensitive Statement

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.

Salary $37,330 - $48,529

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 07/16/2024

Close Date 10/16/2024

Open Until Filled No

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