Job Details

The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is seeking a dedicated individual to fill a full-time Director of Post-Award Operations position that leads and manages the post-award financial administration of grants and contracts at the Desert Research Institute under the direction of the Controller. As a member of the Financial Services Office (FSO) leadership team, this position provides expert guidance and collaborates on accounting- and financial compliance-related aspects of post-award grants and contracts administration. This position establishes and implements the grants and contracts team's objectives, reporting, policies and procedures and coordinates contacts with federal, state, and local governments, sponsors, and national organizations. Additionally, this position is responsible for directing and managing post-award activities for the Grants and Contracts team within FSO, including day-to-day administrative and financial functions and regulatory compliance and provides support, assistance, and education to stakeholders regarding post-award activities. This position is located in Reno, NV with an option for a hybrid working schedule (minimum of two days per week in the office).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with five years of progressively related financial accounting or post-award accounting experience;
2. Three years of demonstrated leadership experience;
3. Proficiency and intermediate to advanced use of a variety of computer applications (MS Office Suite, Windows) and fund accounting and reporting systems;
4. Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply Federal regulations, including Code of Federal Regulations, OMB Uniform Guidance Title 2: Grants and Agreements, Federal Acquisition Regulations, sponsoring agency regulations and guidelines;
5. Working knowledge of grants and contracts accounting principles, fund accounting, grant and contract audit procedures and indirect cost rate negotiation process;
6. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks within time constraints;
7. Skilled in quantitative and qualitative data analysis and reporting using spreadsheet and database applications;
8. Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and ability to work effectively with multiple constituencies;
9. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information, communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
10. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem resolution skills;
11. Demonstrated leadership in the field of grants and contracts and commitment to professional development of staff;
12. Ability to supervise, lead, and manage staff.