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Supporting the Partnerships and Funding That Sustain Life-Saving Services. Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, organization, and public service. At NCT9-1-1, we're seeking a detail-oriented and forward-thinking 9-1-1 Contracts and Funding Administrator to oversee critical contracts and drive innovative funding initiatives that support emergency communications across our region.

If you're passionate about organization, strategy, and supporting public safety through operational excellence, this role is for you. This role is more than administration...it's about building the operational foundation that enables reliable, sustainable 9-1-1 services. You'll manage complex agreements, coordinate compliance efforts, identify strategic funding opportunities, and help position NCT9-1-1 for long-term success in an evolving public safety environment

Why This Role Matters Reliable emergency communications depend not only on technology, but also on strong partnerships, sound agreements, and sustainable funding strategies. The Contracts and Funding Administrator helps ensure the organization can continue delivering mission-critical services through effective contract oversight and proactive funding management. This position drives impact by: Managing the full lifecycle of organizational contracts and agreements.

Supporting compliance, reporting, and accountability for funded programs and initiatives. Identifying and evaluating new funding opportunities that align with strategic priorities. Coordinating across leadership, finance, legal, vendors, and partner agencies to support organizational initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Maintain and oversee a centralized contract management system, including renewals, deliverables, reporting requirements, and compliance milestones. Coordinate contract execution, amendments, renewals, and documentation with internal stakeholders and external partners. Research and track federal, state, local, and private-sector funding opportunities.

Evaluate funding opportunities for alignment with organizational goals and operational priorities. Support funding applications by coordinating data collection, documentation, and program input from internal teams. Monitor awarded funding for compliance requirements, reporting deadlines, and performance metrics.

Develop reports and dashboards related to contracts, funding pipelines, compliance indicators, and application outcomes. Serve as a liaison between leadership, program teams, fiscal agents, vendors, and partner agencies. Assist with strategic initiatives, policy updates, organizational projects, audits, and other operational priorities.

Recommend process improvements and innovative funding strategies that support long-term organizational sustainability. Who We're Looking For Someone who combines strong organizational skills with strategic thinking and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate is: A highly organized professional who can manage multiple contracts, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.

A strategic thinker who can identify opportunities and proactively manage risk and compliance. A strong communicator who can coordinate effectively with leadership, vendors, agencies, and internal teams. A detail-oriented problem solver who values accountability, accuracy, and operational efficiency.

A professional motivated by public service and supporting the future of emergency communications. Experience coordinating compliance, reporting, and stakeholder collaboration initiatives. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Relevant certifications in project management, grants administration, procurement, or compliance are a plus. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance, Law, or a related field. 3-5 years of professional experience in contract administration, grants management, funding coordination, or related work.

Valid state-issued driver's license required. Salary Range Starting at $80,000 DOE. NCT9-1-1 presently maintains a 4:1 hybrid work model for eligible positions, with employees working onsite four (4) days per week and remotely one (1) day per week.

Remote work arrangements are not guaranteed and may be amended, suspended, or revoked at any time in accordance with organizational policy and operational requirements. 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, 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

Statement Concerning Employment in a Job Not Covered by Social Security: NCTCOG participates in a defined contribution plan as an alternative to Social Security. NCTCOG offers mandatory and elective retirement plans that have been developed specifically for public-sector retirement plan participants. Be advised if you are hired by NCTCOG, your earnings from this job are not covered under Social Security (i.e., you will not pay Social Security taxes)

This means that you will not earn credits for Social Security retirement or disability benefits in this job. If you retire or become disabled, and you are eligible for a Social Security benefit based on other work, your earnings from this job will not be used to compute your Social Security benefit. Your earnings from this job are subject to Medicare taxes and will count for purposes of the Medicare program.

For more information on how you may qualify for Social Security benefits, visit www.ssa.gov. Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.