Job Summary
Under the general direction of the CAFES Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs, the incumbent independently performs a variety of administrative, technical and analytical duties on policies and procedures to support the function of the CSU ARI at both the campus and system levels and the USDA McIntire-Stennis Program. This position oversees programmatic activities including: assisting the CAFES faculty with all proposal budgets and preparation, ensuring guidelines are followed and deadlines are met; preparing required reports for submission to the CSU ARI administrative office and USDA reporting, and providing pre- and post-award services for ARI and M-S projects.
Additionally, the position supports other research activities of the College such as review and approval of all CAFES external funding proposals prior to the Dean's approval; monitoring all research-related time for faculty; assisting faculty in writing grant proposals, and providing faculty orientation training for all aspects of directing their research endeavors.
Department Summary
The College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) consists of 10 academic departments, approximately 160 faculty, 50 staff, and 3,800 students in 17 majors. The California State University Agricultural Research Institute (CSU ARI) is a state-funded competitive research grant program that brings approximately $1 million dollars per year to Cal Poly and requires an equal amount of external matching funds. The program centers on six CSU campuses: San Luis Obispo, Fresno, Chico, Cal Poly Pomona, Humboldt State and Monterey Bay.
Key Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of, or the ability to quickly learn, standard policies and procedures in research administration and the CSU Agricultural Research Institute.
Thorough knowledge of or ability to quickly learn State, CSU, University, and Cal Poly Partners infrastructure, policies and procedures.
Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures.
Ability to take initiative, plan, organize and prioritize work (multi-tasking). Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and exercise critical judgment.
Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with a broad administrative impact and implications. Ability to anticipate problems and address them proactively.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university. Three years of technical or administrative experience. A graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Salary and Benefits
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,000 - $6,583 monthly
Classification Range: $4,379 - $7,922 monthly
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
Cal Poly
Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly's hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu .
Diversity Statement
At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.
Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
