Contract Compliance Specialist

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field
• Valid Texas Class "C" driver's License
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with SharePoint and/or Smartsheet
• Experience with PeopleSoft or another software-based procurement and/financial system
• Exceptional Customer Service skills
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Knowledgeable in Federal, state or local rules, regulations and guidelines relating to grant fund contract management
• The Contract Compliance Specialist job responsibilities include:
• Reviews, analyzes, examines, and monitors financial records of sub-grantees and city departments that have been granted funds from federally or city-funded grant programs. Verifies appropriations and funds availability within the city's accounting and reporting system
• Implements, analyzes and maintains cost-effective procurement options. Research procurement options for products and services; monitors purchase orders; and recommends additional procurement methods
• Assists in the development of general fund or grant fund budgets; and participates in the development/coordination of grant applications
• Monitors assigned grant fund programs and grant applications or service contracts for compliance. Audits programs upon completion; and prepares performance reports of completed programs
• Monitors contractor/vendor compliance with contract specifications; and works with contractors/vendors to achieve compliance
• Conducts site visits to audit sub-grantee or contractor compliance with contract requirements; analyzes operations; presents findings; reports any discrepancies; and makes recommendations for corrective action
• Drafts and reviews departmental Mayor & Council Communications (M&C) and Informal Reports (IR).Coordinates and prepares a variety of city, state, and federal financial reports on funds; and ensures all documents are filed promptly
• Provides information and assistance to local businesses and the general public on contract or grant fund programs rules and regulations, policies and procedures
• Performs other related duties as required
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations
• Working Conditions and Physical Demand as stated on official City job description
• Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling,

Benefits

Additional Information

Pay Range: $26.38/hr. - $34.30/hr. Job Posting Closing on: Thursday, June 11, 2026 📅 Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm; Some evening/weekend work required. Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, and Professional Development Opportunities. Find out More! The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of nearly 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. 🌆 A Contract Compliance Specialist job is available with the City of Fort Worth Environmental Services Department. The City of Fort Worth performs critical program functions ensuring compliance with respective municipal, state, and federal rules and regulations. This is a full-time position working at least 40 hours per week with benefits; the selected individual will typically work from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Occasionally, work may be required outside of these operating hours and on weekends. This position will perform a variety of duties for the Environmental Services Department including: administering and contracting for goods and services for both city and funded grant programs; ensuring services provided and funds expended follow contract or grant fund specifications and city policies and procedures; and performing a variety of administrative and technical tasks in support of the procurement and accounts payable assigned areas of responsibility.

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