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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Project Specialist II or III. The role involves managing financial activities for gifts, grants, and contracts, advising and training staff on compliance, processing and closing awards, preparing financial reports, and serving as a liaison to funding sources. The Project Specialist III position includes specialized guidance, leading training sessions, and mentoring other staff in the Office of Sponsored Programs.

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Manage financial activities for sponsored gifts, grants, and contracts.
Advise and train staff on compliance with federal and agency-specific regulations.
Process and close awards, and prepare and sign financial reports.
Serve as liaison between Sponsored Programs office and funding sources.
Project Specialist III provides specialized guidance, leads training, and mentors OSP staff.
Required experience with word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation software, and accountancy.
Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, FAR clauses, CFR regulations, and federal agency-specific rules.
Experience using SAP or other automated financial systems (especially for Project Specialist III).
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related field with 2-4 years relevant experience; higher qualifications preferred for level III.
Negotiable salary based on qualifications and experience; criminal background check required.

Project Specialist II or III Full Description

Project Specialist II or III

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Working Title | Project Specialist II or III
Department | Sponsored Programs-0982
Requisition Number | S_250704
Posting Open Date | 09/09/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/16/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Office of Sponsored Programs is seeking to hire a Project Specialist professional at one of two levels:

Project Specialist II: Perform financial management activities for gifts, grants and contracts received by UNL. Advise and train staff on compliance issues. Process and close awards. Prepare and sign financial reports and serve as a Sponsored Programs office liaison to funding sources.

Project Specialist III: Perform financial management activities for gifts, grants and contracts received by UNL. Advise and train staff on compliance issues. Provide specialized guidance to faculty and staff in managing and closing out projects. Process and close awards. Prepare and sign financial reports and serve as a Sponsored Programs office liaison to funding sources. Perform specialized tasks for Post Award. Lead training sessions for departments. Provide oversight, training and/or mentoring for other OSP staff.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications | Project Specialist II: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or related field plus two (2) years of experience in an accounting, educational, or governmental office setting, including experience with administration of grants/contracts. Additional relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Experience with word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Experience with accountancy. Demonstrated ability to stay on top of project tasks appropriately throughout project timeline. Knowledge of applicable rules and regulations – Uniform Guidance, FAR clauses, and CFR. Knowledge of federal agency-specific rules and requirements.

Project Specialist III: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or related field plus four (4) years of experience in an accounting, educational, or governmental setting, including experience with administration of grants/contracts. Additional relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Experience with word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Experience with accountancy. Work must demonstrate very few mistakes in transactions work, including account set up and manipulation. Demonstrated ability to stay on top of project tasks appropriately throughout project timeline. Must be able to complete work in SAP or other automated system quickly and efficiently. Knowledge of applicable rules and regulations – Uniform Guidance, FAR clauses and CFR. Knowledge of federal agency-specific rules and requirements.

Preferred Qualifications | Project Specialist II: Bachelor’s degree. Experience in a university or state grants setting. Post-Award grant management experience. Experience with all Microsoft Office products, SAP, and UNL database warehouse. CRA and/or CGFM certification.

Project Specialist III: Master’s degree. Experience in a university or state grants setting. Post-Award grant management experience. Experience with all Microsoft Office products, SAP and UNL warehouse. CRA, CPA and/or CGFM certification.

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. |
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | Negotiable based on qualifications and experience
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 | Ember Welsch, Human Resources Specialist Lead
Office of Research and Innovation
ewelsch2@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 |
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Appointment End Date |

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