Grant Specialist - Lead (Lincoln or Omaha, NE)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE, USA

USD 56,118-56,118 / year

Posted on May 30, 2026
Working Title Grant Specialist - Lead (Lincoln or Omaha, NE)
Department College of Engineering-0907
Requisition Number S_260415
Posting Open Date 05/29/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 06/12/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
At the University of Nebraska’s College of Engineering, our mission is to train the next generation engineering workforce and solve problems of global importance. We’re one college in two cities (Lincoln and Omaha) on three campuses. This position can be located on either Scott Campus in Omaha, or City Campus in Lincoln, Nebraska.

As a Grant Specialist – Lead, 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 expected to utilize sophisticated technology to provide professional services.
  • Supervise Grants employees.
  • Work with direct reports to identify and facilitate ongoing professional development opportunities.

About Us
Looking for a job where you can advance professionally and have time for life outside work?
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive 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 meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
  • Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
  • Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
  • Retirement plans with university match
  • A workplace culture that values your time outside of work
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree plus four (4) years of related finance or grant management work experience; equivalent education/experience considered.
  • 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
  • Experience performing project or cost accounting.
  • Experience completing finance or grant tasks in a business setting.
  • 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 UNL grants management system 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 $56,118/year 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 references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Jared Schreiner, jschreiner3@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
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End Date
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