SPONSORED PROGRAMS SPECIALIST

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position, Sponsored Programs Specialist, GS-1702-9 potential GS-1702-12, is to carry out the beginning lifecycle of the proposal processes by ensuring compliance, tracking, reviewing, and finalizing proposals for submission to sponsors. The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Applications will be accepted from United States citizens (U.S. citizenship required at time of application). Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here. For information on veteran's preference click here. 120-DAY COMPETITIVE CERTIFICATE: This vacancy announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for 120-days from the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as/if additional vacancies occur during this period.Major Duties: - Responsible for the pre-award grant preparation and submission processes as well as other pre- award activities. - Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements and keep abreast of emerging trends and professional development to remain current in the field of research administration. - Represent to internal and external stakeholders in support of the office mission. - Conduct research and prepare documents and/or technical reports incorporating project and financial information.