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Associate General Counsel II - Compliance, Proposals, Agreements& Strategic Services
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Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributesover 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employeecontribution, the total contribution toward your retirement planexceeds 19%.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoyaccess to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitiveemployer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit yourneeds .
Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave,paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents cantake advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous educationand professional growth.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthywith wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental healthresources.
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JOB TITLE:
Associate General Counsel II/Grants & ContractsAdministrator
JOB PURPOSE:
The Associate General Counsel II/Grants & ContractsAdministrator will serve as a member of the Office of GeneralCounsel (OGC) and the Compliance, Proposals, Agreements &Strategic Services Office (COMPASS), under the Research andEconomic Development Division (REDD). The position's primaryresponsibility will consist of efficiently and timely reviewing,negotiating, processing, and managing the formal Universityacceptance of sponsored project awards including grants,cooperative agreements and contracts for the Universitycommunity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Draft, negotiate, and review terms and conditions with federal,state, and private entities on University sponsored projectsagreements.
Provide written and verbal communications with various internaland external parties to ensure the timely and accurate review,negotiation, and acceptance of agreements.
Provide customer service to all campus users.
Serve as a subject matter expert on sponsored projectagreements.
Work collaboratively within OGC and REDD as well as with theUniversity department administrators, principal investigators, andTechnology Transfer Office to answer questions, resolve issues, andinterpret agreement provisions and terms.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Serve on committees and perform other duties as assigned by OGCand Pre-Award Services Office.
Attend conferences and workshops applicable to researchadministration and legal updates and trends within contractadministration.
COMPETENCIES:
Judgment/Decision Making
Research/Analytical skills
Communication skills/Teamwork
Interpersonal effectiveness
Independence
Adaptability
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: J.D. from ABA accredited law school
EXPERIENCE: 2 years of experience as a practicingattorney
LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS, OR OTHERREQUIREMENTS:
Member in good standing of the Wyoming Bar Association orwho will be admitted to the Wyoming Bar within 12 months ofemployment.
Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliantwith the Driving for University BusinessSAP .
Experience Evaluation
Experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent(FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated basedon hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-timeexperience.
Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for allcurrent and previous positions. Failure to provide this informationmay affect the evaluation of qualifications.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Research and analytical skills.
2 years translatable work-experience or an equivalentcombination of education and experience. Experience includescontract negotiation or working in research or sponsored programsadministration at an institution of higher education.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced andchallenging environment.
Certified Research Administrator, CRA, CPRA or CFRA.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionallyrequests candidates upload the following document(s) for a completeapplication:
Cover letter
Resume or C.V.
Contact information for four work-related references(references will only be contacted if you are selected as afinalist for the position).
WORK LOCATION:
On-Campus : This position provides vital support to campuscustomers, and the successful candidate must be available to workand perform essential job functions on campus, understanding ourlocation is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS :
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the UnitedStates, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas isnot available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as aprotected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act(ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request anaccommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at or email .
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West.The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-yearuniversity, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, andoutreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong communityties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting theAbout Laramie website .
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramieoffers both outstanding recreational opportunities and closeproximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denverarea. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoorenjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually.For more information about the region, please visit
Job Identification:
Apply Before: 09/22/2026, 05:59 AM
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US
Posted Salary Range: 98,200 - commensurate with educationand experience
Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40
Travel: Yes, 5%
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Worksite address
laramie, WY, 82057, US
Who can apply
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