Contracts Specialist I

historicsites.nc.gov

Raleigh, NC, US
Base: $52,592 - $92,036; recruitment range: $52,59...
Contract development and management
Procurement processes and systems
Risk identification and mitigation
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, including special populations such as individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, including special populations such as individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill.
  • This position provides leadership and technical assistance to develop and maintain best practices in contracting processes to comply with department, state, and federal requirements, including purchasing highly complex specialized equipment and services.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and parental leave, with a commitment to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation.

Matching Summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, including special populations such as individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill.

Salary

Base: $52,592 - $92,036; Recruitment Range: $52,592 - $76,000; Benefits: Comprehensive state benefits including health insurance and retirement plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Contract development and management
  • Procurement processes and systems
  • Risk identification and mitigation
  • RFQ/IFB/RFP/RFA/bid formulation
  • Vendor performance evaluation
  • Use of North Carolina Financial System
  • Coordination with auditors and internal teams

Nice-to-have

  • Effective communication of complex regulations
  • Problem resolution skills
  • Collaboration with programmatic and fiscal staff
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Experience with contract database management

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
  • Two years progressive procurement or contract experience
  • Completion of NC Contract Management Certification within one year
  • Experience with federal, state, and departmental contracting laws
  • Ability to manage complex contracts and procurement
  • Must meet minimum education and experience qualifications

Work Rights

Not specified

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