Grants and Contracts Administrator
Job Title: Grants and Contracts Administrator
Primary Location: Evanston, IL - Hybrid, 2 Days On-site
Position Type: Direct Hire
TalentFish is casting a line for a Grants and Contracts Administrator with our premier client! This is a hybrid, direct hire role based in Evanston, IL. The reason this position exists is to manage and administer the full lifecycle of grants and contracts, from proposal development and submission through post-award management and project close-out, ensuring compliance, financial accuracy, and effective communication among internal teams and external sponsors. What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of grants and contracts administration experience.
- Experience with federal government contracts is highly preferred!
- Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and private sponsor regulations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with grant management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of financial management and budgeting principles (Uniform Guidance preferred). What You'll Do (Skills Used in this Position)
- Coordinate preparation and submission of grant and contract proposals.
- Maintain organized tracking and reporting databases for grants and contracts.
- Review funding opportunities and identify eligibility, terms, and conditions.
- Ensure compliance with sponsor and internal requirements, including reporting deadlines.
- Develop and manage grant/contract budgets, track expenses, and support financial reporting.
- Negotiate and execute sub-awards; perform subrecipient monitoring.
- Draft amendments for no-cost extensions and budget revisions using templates.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for sponsors and research staff.
- Facilitate communication between internal teams and external funding agencies.
- Identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Compensation Information
The expected salary range for this position is $61,100 - $84,149 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity!
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