Contract Specialist I/contract Monitoring Specialist

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Raleigh, NC, US
Base: $52,592.00 – $92,036.00; recruitment range: ...
Hybrid
Contract management lifecycle
Vendor management
Procurement document management
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Contract Specialist I for its Division of Health Benefits in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on managing contracts related to the NC Medicaid Program, requiring strong communication and contract monitoring skills

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 and serves special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill.
  • This position supports the full lifecycle of contract management within the Division of Health Benefits, including vendor sourcing, contract administration, and monitoring to ensure compliance with program requirements.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and parental leave.

Matching Summary

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Contract Specialist I for its Division of Health Benefits in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on managing contracts related to the NC Medicaid Program, requiring strong communication and contract monitoring skills.

Salary

Base: $52,592.00 – $92,036.00; Recruitment Range: $57,224.00 – $73,913.00; Benefits: comprehensive state benefits including health insurance and retirement plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • contract management lifecycle
  • vendor management
  • procurement document management
  • knowledge of federal and state contracting
  • monitoring contracts and processing documents
  • Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • excellent oral and written communication skills
  • ability to resolve complex problems
  • basic government budgeting knowledge
  • collaboration across business units
  • support operational goals

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
  • Two years progressive procurement or contract administration experience
  • Completion of North Carolina Contract Management Certification within one year
  • Ability to meet minimum education and experience qualifications

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