Grant Specialist

About This Role

The Grant Specialist will work directly with faculty in the College of Agriculture who are preparing proposals for external funding in order to submit the most complete and accurate proposal possible as well as support data and reporting needs.

About Us

We're proud to be recognized as one of the nation's top ag schools. It's an outgrowth of our dedication to advancing the science of agriculture and the art of teaching. Our faculty truly care about students, colleagues and the world we serve. Every day, we put our hands and minds together to work on better ways to achieve sustainability, feed billions, build agribusinesses and improve lives with thoughtful, well-researched use of plants, animals, numbers and words. Visit our website to learn more, https://www.ag.k-state.edu/

Worksite Description

This position is Remote required.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in grant and contract administration, particularly budget and proposal development and interpretation and application of guidelines, policies and regulations.
• Experience within a not-for-profit university environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and maintain a high degree of professionalism in dealing with faculty, staff and external funding agencies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in and foster a team environment.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and to handle highly confidential matters in a discreet manner.
• Ability to analyze and interpret policies, procedures and regulations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills as well as interpersonal and team building skills.
• Ability to quickly learn specialized software applications.
• Ability to operate effectively and prioritize in a fast-paced, stressful, high-volume environment while maintaining the highest level of customer service and positive attitude.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in balance with regulatory compliance.
• Must be proactive, flexible, detail-oriented, and have good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and be highly motivated.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: July 15, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$47,486 - $73,596