Proposal Submission Coordinate the information dissemination and proposal submission process for the School’s subrecipients, subcontractors, or third-party contributors. Accurately incorporate the subrecipient’s proposal into the School’s proposal and budget. Successfully navigate large and diverse workload for differing sponsors. Budget for and submit proposals with cost share meeting School and sponsoring agencies rules and regulations. Work with faculty to create institutionally approved proposal budgets by applying knowledge of a variety of cost information such as School and agency policies. Review and determine budgeted costs are allowable, allocable and reasonable; if costs don’t meet those requirements, recommend changes to faculty. Determine the completeness of proposals by confirming all agency and School requirements are met and necessary forms and certifications are prepared. Submit approved proposals, on behalf of the School, by the sponsor mandated deadline. Determine proposal compliance in accordance with the rules and regulations of external agencies, the rules and regulations of the School and the state of Colorado. Frequently, the guidelines and rules set forth by the sponsor do not dictate a clear or single appropriate action and this position must evaluate all available information and determine possible solutions. Individually prioritize proposals in order to meet deadlines set by funding agencies. Responsible for determining the accuracy and completeness of a proposal; has authority to submit proposals in Cayuse 424 Perform cost negotiations with project sponsors; including a justification of costs and explanation of school polices and business practices. This position does not have institutional signature authority to sign any commitments of School resources (i.e. Letters of Commitment), cost share, unusual representations and certifications or legally binding agreements of any nature. Institutional Data Repository Responsible for ensuring accurate data is entered into the data repository. Follow up with faculty to ensure they complete all sections in the data repository as needed and within timeline provided by ORA - Track all proposals through data repository and provide notice when they are ready for final sign off. Communication & Outreach. Daily communication with faculty to ensure all information for a proposal submission, including the budget and supporting documentation, follow School and sponsor guidelines. Interpret and explain federal, School, or state regulations and policies to faculty and other School personnel in order to help them understand the proposal process and how the regulations apply to individual proposals. This position has ongoing contact with sponsoring agencies and other external personnel for the purpose of education and training of federal and state policies and directives, ORA procedures, and School policy. Meet with faculty either formally or informally to answer questions and/or assist with a proposal submission. Training and Process Improvement Provide formal and informal training to faculty members and departmental staff regarding school policy and procedures and sponsoring agency rules and regulations in relation to the proposal submission process. Provide support for Proposal Analyst unit, particularly regarding large & complex proposal submissions. Actively participate in office wide process evaluation and reengineering efforts. Critically evaluate process and procedures with a goal of efficiency and optimal resource utilization. Make recommendations for improvements to management and lead improvement efforts if approved. Minimum Qualifications. Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. Work experience or associate’s degree which provides the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired for a BA may be substituted for the degree Two years research administration experience. Knowledge of regulations governing sponsored research. Demonstrated customer service skills, the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community and ability to meet multiple deadlines Ability to critically analyze information and use problem solving skills. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. Skill in establishing and fostering a cooperative work environment. Preferred Qualifications. Master’s degree. Experience working in Institute of Higher Education. Salary and Benefits$68,700 - $76,300 annual salary rate.