What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Manager position at State of North Carolina?
Description of Work
This position is responsible for the direct supervision of four contract staff plus four contracted consultants. The Contracts Manager serves as the contract subject matter expert for over 300 contracts, MOA/MOUs, RFA/RFP/RFQ/RFIs etc. that are initiated within the Division. This manager will ensure they meet all Federal, State, DHHS, and DSS legal and procedural requirements. This position will work closely with the DSS Budget Officer and Fiscal Director to ensure best practices in within DSS Business Operations. The contract manager’s role requires close collaboration with various divisions, departments, and state staff. This position will manage the development and preparations of specifications, prepare MOA/MOU/RFA/RFP/RFQ/RFIs, draft and manage contracts, and conduct negotiations as required for a range of solicitations and agreements, which may include professional, highly technical services, and/or materials and equipment. This position is required to be knowledgeable in State Purchase and Contract procurement procedures and policies and DHHS performance-based contracting, as well as time management, to ensure contracts are executed timely. In addition, this position must be able to function in a fast paced, dynamic environment and work strategically to perform work accurately and timely, while maintaining excellent customer service to internal and external customers. The position must be proactive, perform work independently, and perform other duties as assigned.
About NC Department of Health and Human Services:
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.
Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
- Experience with contracting processess and requirements
- Experience with State Procurement and Contracting policies
- Experience with composing contract documents and correspondence.
- Experience with developing RFAs, RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Bachelor s degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive procurement or contract administration experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Requirements Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into the position.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.
