Grants Proposal Coordinator
 Carle Health | |
$28.09 - $46.91 / hr
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 United States, Illinois, Champaign | |
 Oct 01, 2026 | |
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Overview
As part of the Office of Grants Management, the Pre-Award Coordinator supports Carle Health System's externally funded programs by providing pre- and post-award sponsored project support to ensure compliance with OMB 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance as well as compliance with grant and institution specific requirements. This individual is primarily responsible for administration of various activities associated with the submission of externally sponsored awards in collaboration with funding agencies, grantee departments, program directors, and leadership. This position will utilize professional judgment, independence, and discretion to serve as a grants point of contact for Carle under guidance from the Executive Director of Grants Administration. Primary responsibilities include assisting grantee departments with the submission and management of their externally funded programs and accounts, as well as working with Carle's Office of Grants Management, leadership and staff to develop and maintain dynamic record-keeping and reporting systems for sponsored project data, enabling strategic planning and growth for Carle's sponsored programs. Qualifications Certifications: , Education: Bachelor's Degree: Related Field (Required), Work Experience: Related field Responsibilities Designated official to submit grant proposals to external sponsors on behalf of Carle Health (including applications for new awards, renewals, continuations, supplements and extensions) Interpret agency guidelines and regulations for funding opportunities with federal and private sponsors and advise applicant departments on requirements, terms, and conditions of submitting an application Review proposal budget and narrative and confirm institutional commitments and operational feasibility Prepare and assist with administrative information and requirements Prepare and assist with proposal and progress report documents including budget development and justification, biosketches, other support, letters of support, and other required documentation Review and maintain various reports to effectively monitor the award lifecycle and monitor financial activity for grant accounts to ensure compliance with internal and external policies and that all transactions comply with project budgets and agreements Review financial reports and analyses to assist program directors with the administration and development of their sponsored programs. Assis the program directors when budget revisions or award amendments are needed Represent Carle Health during internal and external audits, in collaboration with Carle's Accounting and Compliance units Work collaboratively as a member of the Office of Grants Management to improve tracking and reporting of grant proposals and awards. Assist with writing grant policies, operational procedures, and training. Participate in national meetings and conferences related to grants accounting and financial administration. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $28.09per hour - $46.91per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits. | |