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*Lead Contract/Grant Coordinator - Garfield County

Dept of Pediatrics
Full-time
On-site
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Come join the staff at OUHSC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU HSC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building world-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer.

Provides professional staff support in grant proposal submission activities. Collaborates with leadership to develop a proposal services infrastructure to facilitate and enhance proposal submissions by members. Under minimal supervision, responsibilities consist of upper-level research program management duties that require a deep understanding of research administration concepts, guidelines, principles, and practices. Coordinates duties with research administration and financial management programs, policies, and guidelines.  (Sooner SUCCESS program - based in Garfield County) for the University.   

 
Duties:
  • Meeting Attendance.  Establishes and maintains or coordinates.  Help organize or conduct meetings. Develop meeting agendas and notes. Attends monthly coalition meetings.  Attends or visits various events or meetings that involve obtaining support for the program, keeping abreast of current issues related to children with special needs.   
  • Activity Coordination.  Provides resource and referral information to families and providers.  Disseminates project information to potential local stakeholders.  Documents dissemination activities. Coordinates activities with institutions, counselors, students and professionals to facilitate proper functioning of the program. Assist with statewide events to support family caregivers.  
  • Direction.  Provides direction or support for the statewide Respite program.  Identifies and maintains a listing of current respite resources, to be shared with the community.  Provides recommendations to enhance service coordination and county collaboration. 
  • Communication.  Interfaces with family members, local service providers and other key stakeholders.  Electronically submits data on respite service coordination activities and community contacts into a data base. 
  • Continuing Education.  Participate in ongoing training and educational opportunities as they develop to improve respite services.
  • Technical Support.  Assist with respite service coordination for individual children/families, follows-up with all referrals.  Gathers information and contacts families promptly.   Documents respite service coordination activities. Provides technical support for the program by performing varying tasks as deemed necessary by the current situation. 
  • As Needed.  Performs various tasks as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Attachments

Documents required for this position are listed under the "Required Attachments" section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.


Important:  ALL required documents must be attached to your job application or your documents will not be visible to the hiring department!
Required education: Bachelor's Degree, AND:

  • 60 months experience in proposal submission and/or research administration

Equivalent/ Substitution\: Will accept 48 months experience in proposal submissions and/or research administration in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 108 months experience
 
Skills:
  •  Advanced working knowledge of databases and electronic tools related to funding opportunity dissemination (e.g. Community of Science)      
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)      
  • Advanced knowledge of pre-award grant submission process and federal application requirements       
  • Advanced organization skills        
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing        
  • Ability to perform multitasks and handle stressful situations     
  • Ability to exercise discretion       
  • Ability to ask questions to determine the proper course of action while following established standards    
  • Ability to supervise
Preferred:
  • Knowledge of supports and services needed by children and youth with special health care needs and their families
  • Bilingual in Spanish

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma\: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement\: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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