Monitor, Grant Developer and Contract - Juvenile Services

Summary

The Grant Developer & Contract Monitor will assist with daily Juvenile Services functions, including grant decision making, application writing, and contract oversight. Responsibilities include developing funding strategies, coordinating with community partners, and managing compliance with federal, state, and private funding requirements.

• Researches and identifies grant opportunities
• Prepares agency grant applications
• Ongoing grant management and report preparation
• Advises leadership on risk and policy implications
• Coordinates with Tarrant County Budget and Risk Management
• Works across the agency to develop grant applications
• Develops statistical reports with the Quality Development Unit
• Conducts contract monitoring for compliance and performance
• Meets with community partners and other service agencies
• Strategically oversees data systems and compliance processes
• Develops and recommends grant-related policies and procedures
• Participates in preparing and scoring Requests for Proposals
• Facilitates the annual contract review and update process
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, business, or a related field
• Three (3) years related experience in juvenile/criminal justice or operating programs/services for youth in the juvenile justice system
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance
• Experience in grant writing, contract monitoring, or program monitoring is preferred
• Must be able to attain certification by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department as a juvenile probation officer