Grants & Contracts Specialist, Senior

City of Seattle, WA

$89K — $104K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration or related field.
  • Minimum two years of experience in contract administration or human services administration.
  • Experience with Medicaid-funded aging supports is preferred.
  • Proficiency in developing contracts while ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and execute contracts with agencies serving older adults and adults with disabilities.
  • Monitor agency performance through assessments and ensure adherence to program rules.
  • Analyze policies and interpret Washington Administrative Code regulations.
  • Provide technical assistance and training to agencies on program requirements.
  • Act as a liaison among internal and external partners to address issues and share information.

Benefits

  • Flexible/Hybrid work options.
  • Opportunity to influence services for vulnerable populations.
  • Engagement in a meaningful mission through the Human Services Department.
  • Professional development opportunities within the Aging and Disabilities Services division.
Full Job Description
Salary: $43.12 - $50.33 Hourly
Location : Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Human Services Department
Division: Aging and Disabilities Services
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 8/4/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Language Premium: No

Position Description
The Senior Grants and Contracts Specialist will prepare and manage contracts for the Aging and Disability Services Division that include contracting for providers to serve older adults and adults with disabilities for Medicaid Case Management clients and non-Medicaid clients. Types of services could include TXIX Medicaid Case Management services, Nutrition, Transportation, Homecare, Respite Family Caregiver Services& other long-term care service areas. This individual will monitor agencies ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local fund source requirements and program guidelines while also providing technical assistance. This position will report to a Grants & Contracts Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

  • Prepare and execute contracts with agencies, serve as lead for an Area Agency of Aging (AAA) service area, including services to the Medicaid Case Management client population as well as non-Medicaid client population.
  • Monitor agency performance by completing on-site assessments and regular desk monitoring. Monitoring activities include evaluating agencies' adherence to state program rules and policies through review of records, verifying the accuracy of monthly billing, and addressing contract related complaints.
  • Analyze and interpret policies and Washington Administrative Code regulations.
  • Support agencies in meeting complex program requirements through technical assistance and training. Act as a resource for policy implementation to support high-quality program operations.
  • Act as a liaison between internal partners, external partners, agencies, and DSHS staff. Work effectively with all parties to collaboratively address issues, provide policy guidance, and share information.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, a human services field, or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Experience: Requires a minimum of two years professional experience in contract administration, budget management, planning, human services administration.
OR: A combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the classification.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience working with Medicaid-funded aging supports, for example, long term services & supports such as In Home Care Services, Adult Day Services and Community Living support for the deaf and blind.
  • Experience developing contracts and monitoring for compliance with fiscal and programmatic standards.
  • Experience implementing, analyzing, and/or ensuring compliance with complex State/Federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in the provision of services to vulnerable populations.
  • Experience in providing technical assistance to strengthen compliance with contract terms or service delivery.
  • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with peers, external partners, and ADS leadership.
  • Understanding of race & social justice principles and impacts of systemic racism and oppression on communities served by Aging and Disability Services division and Human Services Department.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with standard computer software including Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel).

Additional Information
The full salary range for this position is $43.12 - $50.33 an hour.

Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
  1. Completed NEOGOV online application.
  2. Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.
  3. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
  4. Supplemental questionnaire responses (if applicable)

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including potential background check, pre-placement physical exam, and full driver's abstract.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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If you are selected for this position, how soon would you be able to start?
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How many years of experience do you have writing contracts and/or working with contracts compliance?
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How many years of experience do you have working with/within non-profit specific agencies?
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