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$61k
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Position range in Tarrant County $50k - $103k Per Year
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Grants and Contracts Specialists - Fiscal Management and Project Support

NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL Occupation: Business Operations Specialists, All Other
Location: Arlington, TX - 76011 Positions available: 1
Job #: 16806834 Work At Home option: Not Specified
Posted: 1/6/2025 Updated: 1/9/2025 Expires: 2/5/2025
Source: WorkInTexas Site: WorkInTexas Agency Job ID: 1817

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Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? At the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), you’ll be part of an innovative and award-winning Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) that serves the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States.

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking Grants and Contracts Specialists to support the implementation of transportation, air quality, and energy projects through activities supporting financial and compliance requirements. Applicants with a strong interest in several of the following areas are encouraged to apply: financial analysis, data validation, grant and contract support, customer service, accounting, compliance monitoring, records management, process development, documentation of procedures and decision making, and reporting. The official title of an individual(s) in this position will be Grants and Contracts Coordinator I. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter describing applicant’s interest in the position, as well as a current resume.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Monitoring and documenting project progress and financial status through recurring financial reviews, system updates, and coordination with internal and external project partners
  • Reviewing and updating budgets for grants, contracts, and agreements
  • Assisting with the development and maintenance of the Transportation Department budget and the Unified Planning Work Program
  • Assisting with the maintenance of records, including data entry, and electronic storage of agreements, invoices, reports, correspondence, analysis, and approvals
  • Receiving, reviewing, and coordinating approval of invoices for payment to consultants, sub-recipients, vendors, and other partners, including verification of cost eligibility to ensure compliance with program rules and funding guidelines
  • Coordinating submittal of authorization requests, project deliverables, and financial records to funding partners
  • Participating in meetings to discuss project needs, processes, problems, options, outstanding actions, and next steps
  • Working with supervisor to develop grants and contracts processes, procedures, and resources to support project implementation in line with existing department and agency procedures and compliance with local, State, and federal laws and guidelines
  • Assisting with the implementation of compliance requirements and internal controls to align with funding agency requirements
  • Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external customers through multiple methods of communication and coordination
  • Preparing and facilitating reports, analyses, documentation of decisions, and project closeout actions

Required Skills

  • Good communication, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen to and follow instructions, coordinate with team members, and present ideas
  • Highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks, manage own time, and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
  • Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
  • Good customer service with ability to balance standardized processes with flexibility needs for unique situations
  • Advanced mathematical skills including ability to explain calculations and translate numerical results into real-world situations
  • Good critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Good computer skills, with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Applications, especially Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Required Education and Experience

  • Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field, which is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree
  • At least one year of job-related experience

Starting Salary Range

$50,477.00 - $60,572.40 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise. NCTCOG also serves as a designated recipient for Federal Transit Administration funds.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Background Check & Drug Testing: All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening. E-Verify: The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.



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Salary Range: $50,477.00 - $60,572.40 Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Benefits Provided: 401K, Dental, Holidays, Life Insurance, Medical, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance, Vacation, Vision Other Benefits: Not Available
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This section shows the number of job openings advertised online in Tarrant County, TX for Business Operations Specialists, All Other and for the related occupational group of Business and Financial Operations Occupations on January 17, 2025 (Jobs De-duplication Level 2).
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There were 5 job openings advertised online in Tarrant County, TX for Business Operations Specialists, All Other on January 17, 2025. There are also 585 job openings advertised online for the related occupation group of Business and Financial Operations Occupations in Tarrant County, TX on January 17, 2025.
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