The Federal Grants Manager oversees the administrative and fiscal management of federally funded awards across the full lifecycle—from proposal development and budget creation through post-award monitoring, reporting, and closeout. This role ensures compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), sponsor requirements, and university policies while supporting accurate financial reporting and alignment with programmatic outcomes. Working closely with principal investigators, administrators, and internal departments, the Grants Manager plays a key role in advancing research initiatives and maintaining operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the full lifecycle of federal grants, including prospecting, proposal development, submission, and closeout
• Collaborate with faculty and internal stakeholders to develop competitive strategies, compliant budgets, and program plans
• Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and financial performance, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal standards
• Manage financial reporting, invoicing, and cash drawdowns in alignment with sponsor requirements
• Ensure audit readiness through strong documentation practices and adherence to all policies and deadlines
• Oversee subrecipient monitoring, including risk assessments, agreements, and performance tracking
• Drive process improvements, reporting tools, and training to strengthen grants management across the university

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, business, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• 3–5 years of grant management experience, preferably in higher education or a similar environment
• Strong knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), federal compliance standards, and audit practices
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, financial monitoring, reconciliation, and reporting
• Excellent written communication skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support diverse stakeholder needs
• Authorization to work in the United States

Mission and Values

Ready to Make an Impact

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and approximately 20 paid holidays/breaks
• Tuition Waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year of employment
• Additional benefits to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.