Senior Grants/Contract Compliance Specialist (Transportation Public Works) Civil Service

Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Job Summary

The Senior Grants/Contract Compliance Specialist provides oversight, leadership, and support of grants and contracts for their assigned department or program. Manages grant reporting, prepares various monthly evaluations, and reports. Provides technical guidance for grant and contract compliance queries.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Evaluates contract compliance with vendors and other agencies and monitors funding through established grants.
• Checks that invoices are accurate, and charges applied are appropriate to the project; tracks and accounts for funding and grant monies while monitoring contract specifications and expectations.
• Coordinates, conducts, and participates in various community meetings with vendors and training providers, Division and team management meetings, and other critical meetings.
• Gathers, compiles, and organizes the annual reports (HUD, City, departmental appropriations, etc..) ensures accuracy of information and correct accounting of monies and spending.
• Collaborates and coordinates with other management to resolve the citizen complaints and other issues; supports vendor relations and implements protocols to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Administers grants, funding, and tracking grant budget using the Advantage Management System (AMS).
• Performs all other work as needed or assigned.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

1 Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relating to state and federal funding.

2 Knowledge of grant administration and contract compliance.

3 Knowledge of supervision and personnel management.

4 Ability to handle contracts serving water utility.

5 Ability to monitor and administer grants.

6 Ability to understand grant regulations and report as necessary.

7 Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

8 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Auditing, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Social Science field.
  
  

Experience

• Four (4) years of experience in contract management/development or purchasing.
  
  

Equivalencies

• High school diploma or GED plus eight (8) years of required experience will meet the education and experience requirements
• Associate degree in any field plus six (6) years of required experience will meet the education and experience requirements
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a non-specified field plus six (6) years of required experience will meet the education and experience requirements
• Master's degree (or higher) in a specified field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
  
  

Other Requirements

• No felony or class A misdemeanor convictions.
• No class B misdemeanor convictions in the last ten (10) years.
• No family violence convictions.
• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any felony, class A misdemeanor or class B misdemeanor charge.
  
  

Salary Range

$62,381.02 - $76,594.30

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.