DSHS ALTSA Contracts Specialist 3
DSHS ALTSA Contracts Specialist 3
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Contracts Specialist 3 WA Cares Key Contract Coordinator
Are you someone who thrives in complex policy environments and wants your contracting work to make a lasting impact The Aging and LongTerm Support Administration (ALTSA) are hiring for a Contracts Specialist 3 to join the Management Services Divisions (MSD) Contract Unit in Lacey WA.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of the WA Cares Fundthe first publicly funded longterm care insurance program in the United States. Created by the Washington State Legislature WA Cares provides affordable longterm care coverage to all working Washingtonians and sets a national precedent in social insurance.
As part of the contract unit you will manage the statewide contracting process for WA Caressupporting the creation oversight and of personal services interlocal and competitive procurement agreements. Youll serve as a Key Contract Coordinator (KCC) with delegated authority provide policy guidance establish procedures and collaborate closely with legal and program staff to ensure contract quality and compliance.
This is a rare opportunity to help implement a firstofitskind programimpacting lives in Washington and potentially shaping the future of longterm care policy across the country.
Please note: This position works a flexible/hybrid schedule based on business needs. The current expectation is that there will occasionally be inperson meetings throughout the year. Office space is available if the successful candidate wants to be present inoffice more frequently.Some of what you will do:
- Prepare review and negotiate personal service interlocal and custom client contracts for the WA Cares program.
- Assist with competitive procurements and guide resulting negotiations and contracts.
- Collaborate with the Department of Enterprise Services Central Contract and Legal Services and the Attorney Generals Office on contract language and regulatory review.
- Provide advice and guidance to program and field staff when disputes or compliance issues arise.
- Maintain and modify contract templates and develop internal policies and procedures.
- Act as a Key Contract Coordinator ensuring agencywide adherence to contracting policies under DSHS Administrative Policy 13.10.
- Manage precontract documentation and ensure every agreement meets state and federal requirements before .
- Monitor statewide contract activity to maintain compliance with reporting requirements and performance expectations.
Who should apply
Professionals who have a bachelors degree* involving major study in business administration public administration business law commerce mathematics statistics economics or closely allied field
AND
Three or more years of experience** in negotiating administering or terminating government contracts contract property management contract cost or price analyses or contract compliance administration.
*Additional qualifying experience may be substituted year for year for the education.
**A masters degree in one of the above academic disciplines may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree from an accredited college or university approved by the Washington State Bar Association may be substituted for two years of experience and the education.Additional knowledge skills and abilities were looking for:
- Contract interpretation Ability to navigate and explain legal and technical contract language ensuring clarity and compliance across the board.
- Policy development Experience creating policies that translate federal and state guidance into practical procedures.
- Analytical thinking Ability to interpret financial data and identify trends in contract budgets and expenditures
- Communication Skilled in clearly articulating complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels including staff contractors and executives.
- Negotiation Proven strength in managing highlevel procurement discussions and contract settlements.
- Regulatory fluency Strong knowledge of Washington state procurement rules DSHS and DES policies and public sector contract law.
- Collaboration Comfortable acting as a liaison across multiple entities and navigating bureaucratic frameworks with tact and confidence.
- Systems expertise Experience using contract management systems to track workflows generate reports and maintain compliance documentation.
- Adaptability Thrives in a highvolume deadlinedriven environment with shifting priorities and emerging needs.
- Attention to detail Ensures documentation templates and procedures are executed precisely and align with current policy.
Interested Apply today!The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) vision thatpeople find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging common purpose shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agencys vision that you bring an equity antiracism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve including Black Indigenous and People of Color people with physical behavioral health and intellectual disabilities elders LGBTQIA individuals immigrants and refugees and families building financial security.
Questions Please contact and reference job number 02578.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid drivers license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment its programs or services on the basis of age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity/expression marital status race creed color national origin religion or beliefs political affiliation military status honorably discharged veteran Vietnam Era recently separated or other protected veteran status the presence of any sensory mental physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or.
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Employment Type
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