GEAR UP Financial Specialist (541)

Position Overview

The GEAR UP Financial Specialist supports the financial integrity and operational success of the GEAR UP federal grant by leading budgeting, reporting, and compliance functions for the program. This grant-funded position, with a seven-year lifespan, develops and monitors annual grant budgets in partnership with the Program Director, manages day-to-day expenditures, and ensures all financial activities align with federal Uniform Guidance, district procedures, and university policies. The Specialist maintains complete and auditable records, prepares required reports, serves as the primary fiscal liaison to internal and external partners, and provides guidance on purchasing, travel, and financial procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the overall financial integrity of the GEAR UP federal grant by managing budgeting, reporting, and compliance functions.
• Develop and monitor annual grant budgets while managing day-to-day expenditures in line with federal and institutional policies.
• Maintain complete, auditable financial records and prepare detailed reports for funders and internal stakeholders.
• Act as the central fiscal liaison with ETSU Finance, partner school districts, auditors, and external organizations.
• Provide guidance and training on purchasing, travel, and other financial procedures to ensure proper use of grant funds.
• Assist with budget revisions and support sustainability planning for effective program implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in grant management, grant compliance, public sector accounting, financial administration, or performance reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree

Compensation & Benefits

• Job Family: Financial Associate 4
• Market Range: 6 (Salary Schedules)
• Benefits: For information on benefits please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/