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General Director, Grant

PageUp Desc Code BOA - General Director, Grant

Function BOA - Business Ops & Admin

Subfunction Grant & Contract Management

Discipline Grant & Contract Management

Career Track G - General Administration

Career Track Level Management / Leadership - Level 3

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 05

RANGE $102488 - $215224

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 05B

RANGE $124593 - $193119

Classification Information

Grant & Contract Management

Grant and Contract Management administers the legal and financial agreements.

Management / Leadership

Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.

Level 3

Director: Directs and controls the activities of multiple university units or leads a team of professionals with significant university wide impact. Typically has indirect reports. In charge of overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, etc. for the unit. Collaborates with executive leadership on establishing strategic goals across the function.

G - General Administration

Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Director for Grant and Contract Management is responsible for the strategic oversight and management of the university’s grant and contract administration, which includes both legal and financial agreements. This senior leadership role involves directing the activities of multiple units within grant and contract management, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and the alignment of processes with institutional goals. The Director plays a key role in defining and implementing strategic initiatives and long-term objectives, collaborating with executive leadership to guide the overall direction of grant and contract operations across the university. In this position, the General Director is accountable for the comprehensive management of staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation for the grant and contract management function. This includes overseeing complex negotiations, ensuring the timely execution of agreements, and managing risks associated with financial and legal commitments. The General Director will also be responsible for establishing performance standards, driving continuous improvement efforts, and mentoring senior staff. By providing high-level leadership and strategic direction, this role ensures that the grant and contract management function meets the needs of the university and contributes to its long-term success.