**Position Details** Position Information **Requisition Number** S5019P **Home Org Name** AL Cooperative Extension Systems **Division Name** AL Cooperative Extension System **Position Title** Contract and Grants Specialist **Job Class Code** KE05A/B/C **Appointment Status** Full-time **Part-time FTE** **Limited Term** No **Limited Term Length** **Job Summary** **The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is seeking candidates for the position of Contracts and Grants Specialist.** The individual in this position provides high level professional and technical support to the Contracts and Grants Manager andACES employees for extramural projects including proposal development assistance, review and approval, award review, accounting, and contract and grant management. This position is a full-time, in-person role working on campus at Auburn University. **_Formal AU title: Contracts and Grants Specialist I, II,III_** **EXTENSION :** The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the outreach organization for the land grant mission of Auburn University and Alabama A&M University. Its educational programs grow from these two land grant university campuses to serve the people of Alabama. Science-based educational programs are delivered that enable people to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. Information and programs are available online or in person through all 67 County Extension Offices and at teaching sites throughout Alabama communities. For more information, please see **https://www.aces.edu/** . **Reasons you’ll love being a part of the team atACES – Auburn:** + Job Satisfaction! Be a part of life-changing work in your community! + Excellent full-time benefits that start on Day 1! + Medical, dental, and vision insurance options! + Work/life balance! + 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year. + 96 hours of sick leave accrued annually. + 7 paid holidays in addition to 2 weeks of paid leave during Christmas/New Years when the University closes. + 6 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child (available forBOTH moms & dads). + AU tuition assistance for you and your dependents after a year of service. + Generous state retirement plan along with other voluntary retirement plan options and benefits. + Fun, flexible & diverse work environment. Every day is different! + Supportive leadership & peers. TheACES team supports you and your work! **Essential Functions** + Assists the Contracts and Grants Manager and Extension teams with developing and submitting grant proposals from various funding sources. + Manages and assists with pre-award requirements such as budgets, justifications, extensions, contracts, and other required documentation throughout the grant process. + Supports and collaborates with other departments to ensure grants and contracts are properly executed and financial accounts are established. + Serves as liaison betweenACES employees and sponsors to advise and/or assist with proposals, ensuring all requirements, policies, and compliance standards are met. + Assists with communication and training efforts related to grant development, including creating materials, organizing events, and supporting staff capacity building. This could include some travel to a variety of Extension events. + Supports proposal development and award management processes within institutional systems and ensure adherence to agency requirements and procedures. + Provides proposal review and submission assistance for outgoing proposals, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local, university, and private regulations while adhering to deadlines with rapid turnaround times. + Coordinates with accounting staff to monitor grant expenditures and ensure spending complies with sponsor and university guidelines. + AssistsACES staff with additional proposal support, ensuring all required documents are complete, formatted correctly, and uploaded properly in submission systems. **Why Work at Auburn?** + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications **Minimum Qualifications** **Level I** : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Finance, Accounting or related field with no experience. **Level II** : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Finance, Accounting or related field **AND** 2 years of experience in the management of contracts and grants in a team environment; Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent. **LevelIII** : Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Finance, Accounting or related field **AND** 4 years of experience in the management of contracts and grants; Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent. **Substitutions allowed for Education** : Experience may be accepted in lieu of education. **Substitutions allowed for Experience** : Higher graduate degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience. Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications **Minimum Skills and Abilities** + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Demonstrates a team-oriented approach with a positive attitude and commitment to providing respectful, professional, and inclusive service to others. + Strong organizational and critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated problem-solving skills. + Ability to stay organized, flexible, and focused when handling multiple projects and deadlines. + Ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight. + The ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion when dealing with sensitive issues and information. + The ability to articulate, apply, and enforce applicable university, state, federal laws and regulations and internal policies and processes. **Minimum Technology Skills** **Minimum License and Certifications** Desired Qualifications **Desired Qualifications** + Experience using Microsoft Suite, Smartsheet, and Auburn internal systems. Posting Detail Information **Salary Range** $37,270 - $72,540 **Job Category** Other **Working Hours if Non-Traditional** **City position is located in:** Auburn **State position is located:** Alabama **List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position** **Posting Date** 01/22/2026 **Closing Date** 02/06/2026 **Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement** It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more. **Special Instructions to Applicants** **Quick Link for Internal Postings** https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57951 **Documents Needed to Apply** **Required Documents** 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter **Optional Documents** 1. Transcripts 2. Letter of Recommendation