Job: GRANTS AND CONTRACTS COORDINATOR I (Database Design and Applications)

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking a Grants and Contracts Coordinator to coordinate and support grant-related services, particularly as they relate to budgetary and contract concerns.

Responsibilities include facilitating receipt of revenue for planning and implementation projects, participating in development and maintenance of the departmental budget, participating in development and maintenance of the Unified Planning Work Program, maintaining project and financial status information, assisting in the procurement of consultants and other services, reviewing and processing consultant invoices and other payments, and maintaining third-party partnerships. In addition, this candidate will be specifically responsible for providing assistance in the maintenance of various databases and applications used for tracking grants and contracts and for developing the Transportation Department budget. This candidate should have experience with Structured Query Language (SQL) Databases and SQL Reporting Services. This position will provide support for the identification and development of new tools and reports related to contracting and financial matters.

A background in budgeting and financial data management, as well as some experience with database design, is desirable. Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have strong computer skills and possess advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. Applicants must also possess strong math skills, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.