We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Contracts Specialist (10042)
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.
LOCATION: Richardson Health Center
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Administration
SALARY INFORMATION: $ 53,229.03 Annually / Pay Grade K / Job Code LEP032
EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDE:
DUTIES: Under broad supervision, develops, processes, approves, and oversees legal contracts for compliance with State Contracting Policy and the policies of DeKalb Public Health. Monitors performance of assigned contracts.
Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned area. Processes all Request for New Contracts (RNC) and contracts for bid. Coordinates implementation of contracts. Prepares contracts in compliance with federal and state laws, rules, and regulations and agency/department requirements. Ensures compliance of contract/project documentation according to established procedures and record retention requirements. Performs research, evaluation and analysis for monitoring performance for compliance/non-compliance of contracts. Prepares, processes, and reconciles contract documents. Follow-up with various programs with status updates and requests related to their RNC requests. May direct/coordinate the procurement process for vendor contracts and services. Maintains the contract log for all division and program contract requests. Takes appropriate actions regarding contract compliance, progress and corrective actions. Develops and proposes contracting policies and procedures. Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma/GED and six (6) years of contracting job-related experience
OR
Two (2) years of experience required at the lower-level Contracts Administrator 2 (LEP031) or position equivalent.
Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Georgia Certified Purchasing Manager Certification (GCPM) or at least two years of government contracting experience. Knowledge and experience with State Contracting Policy.
NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.
Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov.
DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
10/25/2024