Temporary Grants & Contracts Specialist, Senior

Job Responsibilities

• Develops, prepares, and negotiates project, agency, and consultant service agreements and amendments, including program goals and objectives, performance standards, reporting requirements, budgets, etc.
• Maintains and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of services provided by contractors; reviews monthly and quarterly reports; conducts on-site visits; prepares written program evaluations to determine compliance with performance standards and Federal, State, and local regulations; recommends program modifications or funding changes as appropriate.
• Reviews and monitors accounting and service records of contractors to determine actual costs for services provided; reviews and monitors monthly invoices; ensures amounts charged comply with contract provisions and applicable laws, rules, and regulations; approves release of funds to reimburse contractor; may conduct annual fiscal assessments, and semi-annual analysis of contractor expenditure reports.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business, Contract Administration, Social Work, Public Health, or other human services related field.
• Experience: Two years of professional experience in contract administration, budget management, planning, or human services administration. OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties.
• Desired Qualifications: Experience working with community-based organizations and community groups in the area of Community Safety. Experience developing contracts and monitoring for compliance with fiscal and programmatic standards. Experience implementing, analyzing, and/or ensuring compliance with complex State/Federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in the provision of services to vulnerable populations. Experience in providing technical assistance to strengthen compliance with contract terms or service delivery. Experience staffing and/or facilitating small and large community meetings. Extensive knowledge of human service programs and providers. Understanding of race & social justice principals and impacts of systemic racism and oppression on communities. Proven track record of providing customer service to a diverse set of stakeholders. Proven track record of data review, analysis, and evaluation. Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with peers, external partners, and those in leadership positions. Demonstrated proficiency with standard computer software including Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel).