Contracts & Compliance Analyst

Salary: $75,346 – $87,980 starting salary per year depending on experience and qualifications
Location: Remote
Posting Date: January 6, 2026

Application Deadline: January 25, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: March 2, 2026

Organization Description: The Rural Community Assistance Partnership Incorporated (RCAP) is a national network of nonprofit partners that works to ensure that rural and Tribal communities across the US have access to safe drinking water, wastewater treatment, solid waste disposal, and economic prosperity through technical assistance, training, and financial assistance in the smallest communities across the country, many of which are low income. RCAP builds capacity at the local level, while raising the voice of rural and Tribal communities through advocacy, storytelling, research, and strategic partnerships. Annually, RCAP serves approximately 2,000 rural and Tribal communities with an average size of less than 1,600.

RCAP is a Non-Discriminatory Employer: We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of identity or background.

Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Finance Manager, this position plays a key role in the administration of all RCAP grants, contracts, and related compliance processes. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to; regulatory compliance review, project reporting, procurement, subaward and contracts management, and ensuring proper stewardship of restricted grant funds.

Work Location: This is a remote employment position with a strong preference for work locations within the eastern or central time zones. This position requires occasional travel approximately 4-6 times per year (estimated).

Role Responsibilities

Contract & Subaward Administration

Review, negotiate, execute, and amend subawards and procurement contracts.
Review contract and subaward terms and conditions to identify compliance risks, inaccuracies, and operational impacts, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready contract and subaward records for externally funded projects.
Serve as administrator and primary point of contact for federal GSA Multiple Award Schedule contracts.

Compliance & Subrecipient Oversight

Maintain working knowledge of applicable federal regulations, including 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance), Federal Acquisition Regulations, and organizational policies.
Ensure appropriate stewardship of restricted grant funds in compliance with funder requirements and internal controls.
Lead annual subrecipient risk assessments process and ensure required special conditions are incorporated into subaward agreements.
Monitor subrecipient financial reporting and performance; coordinate desk reviews, corrective actions, and follow‑up activities as needed.
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, analyses, and supporting documentation.
Conduct subrecipient audits virtually or in person as needed.
Prepare and submit required federal reporting related to subawards and contracts through SAM.gov (formerly FSRS).

Procurement & Vendor Management

Administer procurement activities in accordance with organizational procurement policies and funder requirements.
Review internal purchasing requests and initiate purchase orders within the financial system.
Draft and maintain standard procurement contract templates and scopes of work.
Support program staff in strategic sourcing efforts and vendor negotiations.
Identify and mitigate financial, legal, and operational risks associated with vendor contracts.

Communication & Training

Serve as a resource to internal staff and external partners on contract, procurement, and compliance matters.
Advise Program Managers and leadership on interpretation of contractual and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of organizational policies and procedures related to subawards, procurement, and contract management.
Assist in the development and delivery of training related to contract and compliance topics.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, legal studies, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience with federal grant compliance requirements.
Experience administering subawards and/or procurement contracts.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate contractual and financial information for compliance and risk.
Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a collaborative, remote work environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
High attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing subawards under federal grant funding.
Specialized knowledge of contract law and legal principles.
Contract Management certification.
Experience with GSA Multiple Award Schedule federal contracting.
Nonprofit operations experience.

Hours: Exempt, Full-Time

Benefits: RCAP offers an outstanding benefits package which includes:

15 days of Vacation Leave (accrued on a prorated per payroll basis)
15 days of Sick Leave (accrued on a prorated per payroll basis)
9 scheduled federal holidays (New Years’ Day, MLKing Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4^th of July, Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day) and 3 floating holidays (which can be used anytime during the fiscal year) with one day of scheduled administrative leave the week between Christmas and New Years. (Presidents’ Day, Veterans’ Day and the Day after Thanksgiving are NOT scheduled holidays).
Platinum level Health Insurance with 100% of premium paid for the employee and 70% for dependents (currently provided through CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
Dental and Vision Insurance with 100% of the premium paid for both employee and dependents (currently provided through Delta Dental and VSP)
Transportation pre-tax benefits up to $165 per month for Metro fares and parking for DC based positions
403b Retirement Plan with automatic employer contribution of 7% after 6 months of employment
Employer paid Life, Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
FSA Medical and Dependent Care Plans
Optional Insurance plans available at 100% employee cost for Accident, Critical Illness and Supplemental Hospital

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume/CV to [email protected] by end of day January 25, 2026.

The Selection Process: Below is a tentative timeline of key events:

First round of Interviews: Week of February 2^nd
Second Round of Interviews: Week of February 9^th
Job Offer (contingent upon reference & background check): Target February 16^th
Preferred Start Date: Target March 2^nd, 2026

While we will proactively communicate these dates and any changes to you throughout the process, please consider placing tentative holds on your calendars for the initial screening and full interviews. Dates subject to change.