Contracts and Grants Specialist

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Contracts and Grants Specialist performs a variety of tasks relating to implementation and compliance requirements of various contracts and grants received by the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC). This position is responsible for reviewing and coordinating grant administration activity by working closely with the various programs and departments within the Community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide review of and coordination with contracts and grants administered by GRIC to assure conformance with pre-established criteria, direction, and regulations.
• Perform daily routine and detailed work involved in monitoring contract/grant functions and activity.
• Resolve various procedural and operational problems relating to contract/grant activity by working with programs and departments to facilitate solutions based on pre-established criteria and direction.
• Gather and analyze facts directly affecting the Community's administration of approved Tribal contracts and/or grants.
• Develop individual self-development plan to include contract administration, federal contract law, contract closeout, types of contracts, cost and price analysis, which will reinforce expertise and services.
• Maintain accurate, secure and confidential recordkeeping system(s) to include all documents relating to contracts and grants.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge and skill to provide contract assistance to Tribal Programs under the Indian Self-Determination and Educational Assistance Act Public law (93-638).
• Knowledge and skill of governmental accounting methods, research methods, techniques and report presentation.
• Knowledge and skill in fact-finding, analyzing, problem-solving, writing, and interpreting regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, particularly of Tribal Governments.
• Possess strong collaborative interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply accounting methods and principles monitoring control records and financial reports.
• Ability to conduct original research and make sound administrative analysis and recommendations.
• Ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing. 
• Ability to observe the confidential nature of activities of the department. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the general public. 
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in Contract Administration, Public/Business Administration, or closely related field and a minimum of three (3) years experience in government experience in service contract monitoring or management; or
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Contract, Public/Business Administration, or closely related field and a minimum of five (5) years experience in service contract monitoring or management.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Contract Administration, Public Policy or Business Administration preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Tribal Driving Permit can be required.

Non-Supervisory, Salaried Position Reports to Community Manager or Designee

BENEFITS:

The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)

Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.) Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)

Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org