Contract Support Specialist (Power Ahead Colorado)

Contracts Support Specialist (Power Ahead Colorado)

The hiring salary range for this position is $5,103.50 - $6,126.28/month or $2,551.75 - $3,063.14/semi-monthly depending on qualifications. As the Denver region's premier non-profit employer, DRCOG aims to make life better for people of all ages, incomes and abilities. We tackle the BIG issues, like growth and development, transportation and meeting the needs of older adults. DRCOG's success is built on, and defined by, long-standing partnerships and serving as a forum for discussing these, and other emerging issues and working collectively to find innovative solutions. Our culture and values fuel and inform the work we do, and employees are rewarded with competitive compensation, generous benefits and an adaptable work environment. Sound like a good fit? We'd love to meet you! At DRCOG, we're not just planning for the future. We're building it. With a five-year $200 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant from the EPA, the Denver Regional Council of Governments is launching Power Ahead Colorado, a groundbreaking initiative that will transform the built environment of the 58 cities and counties that make up the Denver metro area. This effort will cut climate pollution from Denver's built environment by 70% by 2050, boost public health, spark local innovation, and supercharge the economy. Our approach is community-centered and equity-driven, focusing on low-income and disadvantaged neighborhoods to ensure that everyone benefits from clean technology. Power Ahead Colorado will:

• Perform whole home retrofits in low-income communities
• Provide energy advising services and electrification-oriented rebates and incentives to home and business owners
• Support workforce and industry development
• Execute a mass market marketing and community engagement campaign
• Work with local governments to accelerate adoption of ambitious policies

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About the Position of Contracts Support Specialist (Power Ahead Colorado) This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Division.

• Assists in implementing and monitoring business operations for DRCOG Power Ahead Colorado programs; implements policies and procedures and ensures both internal and external compliance to such
• Assists in preparing and tracking agency contracts and agreements; monitors contractor compliance with contract terms, legal requirements and agency guidelines and policy.
• Aids in processing payment requests of participant support costs for PACO programs; tracks and reconciles payment records; aids in ensuring compliance with program and funding requirements
• Enters subaward data into automated system and verifies accuracy; performs calculations and reconciles data; inputs and monitors budget data and related revenue/expense information; prepares, processes and distributes reports, correspondence and various forms; maintains records, reports, documents and files according to records retention procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Responds to information requests from staff and external contacts and organizations; researches and gathers information; provides information and technical assistance regarding applicable laws, policies, rules and regulations; and provides recommendations.
• Trains and monitors contractors on grant compliance per funding stream guidelines; reviews and audits contractor requests for reimbursement; monitors contractor performance and compliance.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Processes program rebates and incentives payments, including documentation review and cost tracking; coordinates with Compliance Specialist to ensure timely and accurate payment to program participants and contractors; supports accounting staff as needed in recording and reconciling payment transactions
• Assists Program Manager in processing contracts, amendments and related documentation; monitors contractors and subrecipients for compliance with contract and program requirements
• Reviews vendor invoices and back up documentation for approval by Program Manager; updates budget trackers and informs Program Manager of any budgetary concerns or issues
• Provides technical support for grants management system; monitors subaward information in system for accuracy and completion; processes subrecipient monthly cost reimbursement requests, reviews cost documentation and compiles monthly billing package for Accounts Payable
• Collects and aggregates data for program evaluation; compiles program reporting to management and EPA
• Reviews and monitors programs of Power Ahead Colorado; tracks project deliverables, contractor performance metrics, and general workplan progress and identifies areas for follow up
• Attends staff meetings of division, program, and team; presents updates as may be needed
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Principles and practices of accounting related to processing and maintaining fiscal data.
• Business math concepts.
• Basic budget administration.
• Filing and record-keeping principles.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Modern office technology.
• Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
• Interpreting, monitoring and reporting financial information and statistics.
• Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
• Coordinating deadlines and prioritizing competing demands.
• Business math computations.
• Exercising confidentiality.
• Verifying fiscal data accuracy, performing reconciliations and making required adjustments.
• Performing detailed review of contract language and content;
• Monitoring contract compliance with requirements and standards.
• Processing fiscal data and preparing reports and related documents
• Retrieving and maintaining records and information based on established records retention procedures.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
• Providing customer service.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in a business related field and three to five years of experience in contract and/or financial management, accounting, grants administration or a related discipline. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.