*The University of Maryland Baltimore's (UMB) Office of Sponsored Program Administration (SPA) is looking for a Contract Administrator at level II or III.*SPA provides oversight and administrative support to investigators and departmental administrators throughout the life cycle of sponsored projects. The Contracts team is responsible for reviewing and maintaining grant and contracts for compliance and consistency with federal and state laws and regulations, University policies and practices, and research compliance restrictions and guidelines. These positions work closely and collaboratively with department investigators and administrators and are their liaisons with sponsoring agencies./Salary will be based on the level of experience and meeting minimum qualifications for the job levels./ ** *BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):* UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).*/ /* **** **** **UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.** **** *PRIMARY DUTIES - Contracts Administrator II* * Provide advance technical guidance on complex contracts and submissions for compliance with federal and state laws and ¿ Review straightforward subcontracts and agreements for completeness, accuracy, and ensure compliance with University, state, and sponsors¿ policies and guidelines, and practices, research compliance restrictions and guidelines, financial and academic requirements, and agency policies and procedures. * Negotiate basic terms and conditions within agreements with sponsors. * Communicate directly with department staff, faculty, and internal and external stakeholders to facilitate completion of subcontracts and agreements. * Using analytical and problem-solving skills to provide basic technical guidance on subcontracts, agreements and submissions. * Identify and alert department of potential issues in the contract or application process. Evaluate processes to determine trends to improve routing of contracts and subrecipient agreements. * Provide basic troubleshooting and problem solving to identify answers and solutions to common issues on contracts and submissions. * Provide basic to immediate knowledge of non-financial post-award actions. Apply intermediate knowledge of sponsor policies on cost principles. * Identify and suggest improvements/solutions to teamwork flow and processes * Review and submit all closeout documents ensuring completion and accuracy. * Performs other duties as assigned. *PRIMARY DUTIES - Contracts Administrator III* * Provide advance technical guidance to principal investigators and/or department administrators on complex contracts and submissions for compliance with federal and state laws. * Review contracts and agreements for completeness, accuracy, and ensure compliance with University and State policies, guidelines and practices, research compliance restrictions and guidelines, financial and academic requirements, and sponsor policies and procedures. * Communicate directly with department staff, faculty, and internal and external stakeholders to facilitate completion of contracts and agreements. * Using analytical and problem-solving skills to provide basic technical guidance on contracts, agreements and submissions. * Identify and alert department of potential issues in the contract or application process. * Provide intermediate knowledge of non-financial post-award actions. Apply intermediate knowledge of sponsor policies on cost principles. * Performs other duties as assigned. *Education*: Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or other discipline appropriate to the position. *Experience*: Two (2) to three (3) years of administrative experience in the area of research administration or sponsored programs; Contracts II (2 years) and Contracts III (3 years) *Other*: Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Committee. May consider combination of directly related experience and education. *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES* * Experience working in Kuali Research, data warehouse, and reporting tools is helpful. * Knowledge of Uniform Guidance and ability to interpret and apply US Federal Agency policies to grant applications and awards is helpful.Knowledge of applicable NIH requirements, regulations, and laws is helpful. * Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. ** *HIRING RANGE:*$67,000 - $74,000 per year for Contract II/ $71,000 - $79,000 per year for Contract III (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department atHRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. For more information, follow this link UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **Research and Development - Sponsored Programs Administration* **Title:** *OPEN RANK: SPA Contracts Administrator II or III* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *2500003L*