Compliance Specialist (Power Ahead Colorado)

Summary

Description

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, and
• Work with local governments to accelerate adoption of ambitious policies.

For more details, see the linked Factsheet and full Workplan.

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About the Position of Compliance 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
• Supports compliance with quality assurance (QA) standards and requirements of DRCOG and the federal Environmental Protection Agency; provides QA assistance to relevant stakeholders; helps to ensure completion, dissemination and retention of QA documentation
• Aids in processing payment requests of participant support costs for PACO programs; monitors for compliance with program and funding requirements
• 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 and subrecipients on grant compliance per funding stream guidelines; reviews and audits contractor requests for payments; 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; monitors for compliance with contract and program requirements; coordinates with Fiscal Operations Specialist to help ensure timely and accurate payment to program participants and contractors
• Assists Compliance Lead in monitoring contractor compliance with DRCOG and EPA requirements, helping to conduct assessments, review documentation and follow up on any compliance issues
• Supports Power Ahead Colorado quality assurance program, monitoring completion of required QA documentation and adherence with approved QA project plans; organizes standard operating procedures and related quality documentation; helps to update and disseminate QA resource materials
• Serves as a resource and guide for questions pertaining to policies and procedures; provides training for new contractors and new key program staff on requirements
• 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
• 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 requirements:

• Bachelors degree in a business related field and three to five years of experience in contract management, auditing, regulatory compliance 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

Compensation and Benefits
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.

Application Procedure
To view the full job description, a complete listing of benefits, and to apply for this position, please visit our website at https://drcog.org/drcog-job-openings.  

This position is open until 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

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.