Working Title	Grants Specialist
Department	HAPPI Business Center-3027
Requisition Number	S_250851
Posting Open Date	12/22/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)	01/19/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Description of Work	The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) Business Centers are a cohesive team that provide professional service, efficient resource management, and effective solution development with integrity, accountability and focus on the customer. As a Grants Specialist, you will: Serve in a customer-facing, consultative role and be responsible for providing grant support in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. Primarily execute and review routine and complex pre- and post-award grant transactions. Work closely with employees within the departments served, as well as functional office staff, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions. Function under limited supervision and be expected utilize technology to provide professional services. This position is located on UNL’s East Campus in Lincoln, NE, home to the beautiful Maxwell Arboretum, the UNL Dairy Store, and plenty of parking! About Us At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with university match Learn more about working for UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See *https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/*
Minimum Required Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of related grant management and/or finance work experience; Additional relevant education or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis. Experience with SAP or large integrated finance system. A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA guidelines on the disclosure of information. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines. Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications	The following qualifications are preferred, but not required: Experience performing project or cost accounting. Experience conducting training. Experience serving multiple units as part of a service team. Experience performing grant-related tasks at a University of Nebraska institution. Experience with NuGrant or similar grants management system. Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices. Knowledge of grant terminology and practices. Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required	No
Physical Required	No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.	No
Criminal History Background Check Required	Yes
Posted Salary	$51,961/yr minimum
How to Apply	Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact	Jodi Mackin jmackin1@unl.edu
Job Category (old)	Managerial/Professional
Job Type	Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)	Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?	No
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