Associate Director, Office of Sponsored Programs

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Associate Director, Office of Sponsored Programs

Salary

$64,600.00 - $74,300.00 Annually

Location

Tarrytown, NY

Job Type

Full Time Staff

Job Number

00758

Division

Provost's Office

Department

Provost's Office

Opening Date

07/18/2024

Union Status

Non-Union

• Description

• Benefits

Job Posting Summary

The Associate Director of Sponsored Programs provides assistance to the Senior Director of Sponsored Programs and the University community in pursuit of government grants and private foundations, and also provides guidance and assistance to principal investigators and project directors to help assure efficient administration and implementation of government grants awarded to the University.

Responsibilities:

A. Administrative/Technical/Service

• Researches and identifies government grant funding opportunities on ongoing basis and shares this information with Senior Director of Sponsored Programs and Associate Provost for Research, Grants, and Academic Initiatives.

• Reviews and interprets Requests for Proposals (RFPs), proposal guidelines, and submission deadlines generated by funding agencies.

• Disseminates information about grant funding and related contracts to appropriate faculty and administrators, and provides assistance in interpreting RFPs and proposal guidelines.

• Provides assistance to faculty, administrators, and other members of the University community in their pursuit of specific grants, including grants-related training, proposal development, and grant budget development.

• Writes, edits, and proofreads government grants proposals in collaboration with faculty, administrators, and the Senior Director of Sponsored Programs.

• Provides guidance and assistance in post-award grant management to principal investigators and project directors. Collaborates with the Grants Accounting Office (Finance) to help assure ongoing and efficient financial management of government and private foundation grants awarded to the University.

• Reviews, edits, and submits interim and final grant reports in collaboration with principal investigators, grant project directors, and administrators for funded government grants.

• Compiles information about grant opportunities on regular, ongoing basis for internal and external constituencies, and produces and distributesGrants Alerton a quarterly basis.

• Assists Senior Director of Sponsored Programs and performs other duties as assigned.

B. Organizational/Managerial

• Manages time and resources to meet established short- and long-term goals within agreed upon timeframes.

• Ensures clear, timely communications to others (both oral and written), encourages collaboration. Helps builds effective formal and informal communication channels.

• Maintains confidentiality in management of information as needed.

• Demonstrates written and oral ability to work effectively with faculty members and fellow administrators—including supervisors and peers, as needed.

• Demonstrates flexibility in acceptance and completion of work assignments.

• Managing the Environment: Helps supports a work environment marked by respect for others; valuing inclusiveness and builds workforce diversity; and fostering cooperation and teamwork.

• Is punctual and maintains a satisfactory attendance record.

• Participates actively in a cooperative, friendly, and mutually supportive work environment. Uses resources wisely and effectively.

• Collaborates and cooperates with managers and other areas of the University.

• Is effective in taking action and demonstrates initiative in completing tasks.

C. Educational/Professional Development

• Seeks to learn and continuously develop self by utilizing learning resources.

D. Communication/Relationships

• Demonstrates a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude in working with faculty, staff, and other members of the Mercy University community.

• Responds to communications in an appropriate, professional manner, and responds to needs in a reasonable timeframe.

E. Policies and Procedures Compliance

• Complies with policies and procedures of the OSP, Academic Affairs, and the University including but not limited to the University's Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Master's Degree preferred

• BA/BS degree required

EXPERIENCES AND/OR SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Has a minimum of three years of grant writing and grant management experience

• Possesses a thorough understanding of federal, state, and municipal funding agencies regulations concerning grant applications and awards; and a familiarity with private foundations (preferably those operating in the higher education sector)

• Demonstrates initiative and demonstrates interpersonal, written and oral communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills

• Possesses and maintains computer proficiency in MS Office, and working familiarity with Grants.gov, NSF Fastlane, NIH ERA Commons, and US ED e-grant systems

• Knowledge of Banner (or similar university enterprise system) desirable but not required

• Demonstrates detail and service orientation, and ability to work independently

• Ability to travel to various locations if required

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023)

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Health Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff)

Dental Insurance:

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

Vision Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

Paid Time Off:

Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees.

Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:

Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations

Life Insurance:

Long-Term Disability:The Hartford

Short-Term Disability:The Hartford

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):

Ameriflex

Retirement Benefits:

TIAA

The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:

Deferred Compensation Plan

All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University.

Defined Contribution Plan

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.

If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:

Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance.

Learn more about our remote work policyhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/remote-work-policy-final) .

Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty

Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees.

Learn more about our tuition remissionhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/tuition-remission) .

Tuition Exchange:

We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.

Employee Assistance Program:

Compsych

Voluntary Benefits:

Allstate Identity Protection

LegalEase

Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners

Nationwide Pet Insurance

PlumBenefits

ScriptSave

Working Advantage

Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

Agency

Mercy University

Address

555 Broadway

Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522

Phone

914-674-7839

Website

http://www.mercy.edu

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