What are the responsibilities and job description for the Federal Contracts Manager position at Delta Dental?
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Federal Contracts Manager is responsible for contract administration of Delta Dental's Federal government programs, promoting the productivity and quality of work and customer service objectives. This role will actively support both internal and external customers to explain and execute contractual analyses and regulatory policies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Base Pay Information
The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 21. $80,500 - $174,300
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, fair chance and anti-discrimination ordinances. At Delta Dental, we maintain a strict stance on theft, fraud, and violent crimes. For positions involving driving, we enforce heightened standards regarding driving records. Each individual criminal background check is evaluated on its merits, taking into account the time elapsed since the conviction, evidence of personal development and rehabilitation, and any potential risk posed to our business operations, employees, customers, or vendors.
#LI-Hybrid
ABOUT THE TEAM
At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building equitable programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all.
We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie.
Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us!
Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company.
Delta Dental is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender or identity expression, age, disability, marital status, medical status, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to federal law requirements, Delta Dental complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
The Federal Contracts Manager is responsible for contract administration of Delta Dental's Federal government programs, promoting the productivity and quality of work and customer service objectives. This role will actively support both internal and external customers to explain and execute contractual analyses and regulatory policies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establishes procedures to comply with contract requirements, monitors and reports on performance standards, and ensures training and procedure manuals encompassing all job functions are current and accurate.
- Performs comprehensive contractual reviews/audits. Reviews large, high-profile or complex requests and provides contractual recommendations to upper management.
- Approves significant contractual concessions, as needed.
- Participates in developing and implementing enhancements and new tools/methods within Federal contract operations.
- Teams with system change management stakeholders to meet contract objectives and program change requirements.
- Advises and provides guidance to internal and external customers regarding contract issues; prepares and presents documents to support contractual decisions.
- Develops metrics and reports for management and executive management use.
- Develops and implements program plans including scope, resource requirements, new program ideas, best practice protocols, and communications.
- Creates and establishes Federal contract program goals, objectives, and deliverables to reflect program vision, while working in partnership with cross-functional teams to execute on deliverables.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
- 7 w/Bachelor's degree
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Knowledge of contract administration and oversight best practices.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to understand written and oral instructions.
- Ability to clearly present written information, requests and findings.
- Ability to communicate information at all levels, including the ability to make executive level presentations.
- Ability to interact well with all levels of staff, co-workers and outside contacts.
- Familiarity with operations of key stakeholders, including Finance, Underwriting and Actuarial, IT, Sales/Account Management.
- Ability to interact with Professional and Provider Relations, Human Resources, Operations, Regulatory, Brokers, Clients, Auditors, and other enterprise-wide department staff to obtain, exchange and provide information.
Base Pay Information
The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 21. $80,500 - $174,300
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Competitive base and incentive pay
- 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
- Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
- Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, fair chance and anti-discrimination ordinances. At Delta Dental, we maintain a strict stance on theft, fraud, and violent crimes. For positions involving driving, we enforce heightened standards regarding driving records. Each individual criminal background check is evaluated on its merits, taking into account the time elapsed since the conviction, evidence of personal development and rehabilitation, and any potential risk posed to our business operations, employees, customers, or vendors.
#LI-Hybrid
ABOUT THE TEAM
At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building equitable programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all.
We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie.
Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us!
Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company.
Delta Dental is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender or identity expression, age, disability, marital status, medical status, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to federal law requirements, Delta Dental complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
- Delta Dental includes: Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and Delta Dental of New York
Salary : $80,500 - $174,300
