Grant

Grant & Contract Administrator II, Office of Sponsored Projects Location:

San Antonio, TX Regular/Temporary:

Regular Job ID:

15426

Full/Part Time:

Full Time Position Information The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .

Salary Range :

Up to $67,500/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type :

Full Time Posting Close Date :

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 5/25/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials :

Resume is required. Cover letter is preferred. Contact information for three professional references. Job Details Job Summary The Grant and Contract Administrator II delivers comphrensive pre-award and post-award support, including proposal preparation, review, approval, and award administration. This role applies estalished grant and contract principles to manage a moderate portfolio of transactions efficiently and accurately. The position ensures compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements by supporting the financial and administrative management of proposals, awards, and related activities. Core Responsibilities Provides "cradle to grave" institutional support of grants and contracts. Reviews, approves, and submits routine grant or contract proposals, budgets, and award management transactions, obtains and verifies necessary compliance approvals. Negotiates terms and conditions of routine grant, contract, and subcontract proposals and awards from various sponsors. Reviews, approves or rejects award management requests and financial transactions within established thresholds. Engages and advises principal investigators, unit research administrators, college representatives, and management on policies, best practices, and proposals/awards terms and conditions. Provides policy and procedure interpretation to principal investigators, college representatives, and management. Maintains professional relationship and serves as an institutional liaison with sponsor representatives. Consults senior professionals with unusual or complex issues. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field. One (1) year of related work experience. Experience may be substituted for education on a one year for one year basis. This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of federal funding regulations, including 2 CFR 200 and FAR. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex policy and principles independently. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Central office experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Program Design Corporate Philanthropy Strategy Relationship Management Grant Management Fundraising Cause Marketing Measuring Effectiveness Storytelling Regulatory Compliance Social Listening Working Conditions Office Environment. Requires the regular engagement of colleagues within and outside of the unit, principal investigators, unit business officers, and sponsor representatives. Physical Demands Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional. This position will work both on campus and remotely in Texas . Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. Equal Employment Opportunity As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=15426&PostingSeq=1 jeid-2477224759d57b44920ce53bbb16fe5f