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Grants & Contracts Analyst III

Rutgers University

life insurance, employee discount, remote work

United States, New Jersey, Piscataway

Sep 01, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Grants & Contracts Analyst III
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department	UBHC - Military Services
Overview	Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care ( UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Grants & Contracts Analyst III for the Military Services within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. Under the direction, assists in the preparation and submission of grant proposals, monitors budgets for grants and contracts, ensures all grant and contract activities are compliant with state and federal regulations, prepares financial and progress reports to funding agencies, monitors the progress of funded projects, serves as a resource for staff on grant and contract management. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Assists Principal Investigator in the preparation and submission of grant proposals ensuring compliance with funding agency guidelines, ensuring all necessary documentation is complete and adheres to funder guidelines. Oversees pre- and post-award financial management for federal, state, corporate, and private foundation grants and contracts. Reviews and monitors budgets for grants and contracts, ensuring proper allocation of funds. Serves as the financial bridge between program operations and management. Submits required invoices and financial reports, and prepares and submits progress reports to funding agencies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Monitors the progress of funded projects with the Principal Investigator, ensuring milestones are met and expenditures are within budget.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	21S
Salary Details	$58,953 to $83,479
Minimum Salary	58953.000
Mid Range Salary	70476.000
Maximum Salary	83479.000
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours	37.5
Standard Hours	37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position may be eligible for a fully remote work arrangement.
Union Description	HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field plus one (1) year of relevant experience in related fiscal activities. Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Ability to clearly explain budget rules and financial concepts to program managers and executive leadership. High attention to detail in tracking restricted funds and hitting strict funder compliance deadlines. Advanced skills in Excel, Tableau, and financial/BI software, with a talent for converting complex data into actionable recommendations.
Preferred Qualifications	Relevant experience working within military organizations/agencies.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Position requires standing under 1/3 of the time, walking under 1/3 of the time, and sitting up to 2/3 of the time. Required to talk or hear over 2/3 of the time. Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST1700
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Piscataway (RBHS)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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Immunization Requirements

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