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How much does a Grants/Contracts Specialist make in Lexington, KY? The average Grants/Contracts Specialist salary in Lexington, KY is $71,490 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $60,790 and $87,290. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Grants/Contracts Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Grants/Contracts Specialist Salary $51,048 Lexington,KY May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Grants/Contracts Specialist Salary $60,790 Lexington,KY May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Grants/Contracts Specialist Salary $71,490 Lexington,KY May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Grants/Contracts Specialist Salary $87,290 Lexington,KY May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Grants/Contracts Specialist Salary $101,675 Lexington,KY May 28, 2024
25% $60,790 10% $51,048 90% $101,675 75% $87,290 $71,490 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Grants/Contracts Specialist helps to research grant opportunities and proposal requirements. Assists with grant and proposal research and writing operations to develop effective grant submissions and obtain funding for the organization. Being a Grants/Contracts Specialist maintains an overall grant calendar and uses project management tools to track all grant activity and timelines. Supports grant writers in understanding the complex proposal requirements from governmental agencies and institutions. In addition, Grants/Contracts Specialist prepares financial accounting or reporting required for grants. Performs quality reviews, proofreading, and validation of proposals for completeness and compliance. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Grants/Contracts Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as a Grants/Contracts Specialist typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Grants/Contracts Specialist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Grants/Proposal Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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