Contracts Analyst
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$ 79959 - 96008
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Description
THE POSITION
SALARY:
Department Business Specialist I:$79959.36 $96008.64Annually
Department Business Specialist II:$91694.72 $110319.04Annually
Bilingual allowance when applicable
We are accepting applications to fill one 1 fulltimeContracts Analyst vacancy The County classification title isDepartment Business Specialist I/II in Santa Barbara for theBehavioral Wellness Departments Contracts branch.
THE POSITION:Step into a dynamic role where your expertise in contracting and compliance makes an impact. As a Contracts Analyst youll work closely with departments to research draft and negotiate contractsensuring alignment with federal and state laws and regulations. Youll synthesize complex information guide contracts through the full approval process and bring clarity to the fine print. This position offers hybrid flexibility making it an ideal opportunity for professionals who thrive on collaboration detail and strategic thinking. Department Business Specialist I/II is a professionallevel flexiblystaffed classification series.
- Department Business Specialist I is the entry level and may lead but would not typically supervise staff.
- Department Business Specialist II is the journey level and may be assigned supervisory responsibilities over other professional staff. Incumbents are expected to be knowledgeable in department business processes and at least one of the following: contract preparation and critical analysis; governmental fiscal record keeping including budget contract and grant preparation and monitoring; or automated systems.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates may be appointed at theDepartment Business Specialist I or Department Business Specialist II level depending on the candidates qualifications and needs of the department.
The Ideal candidate will have:- Advanced degree in business administration public administration communication or political science
- Strong understanding of CAs behavioral health systems (including regulations and funding streams from MHSA MediCal CAlAIM etc. and the impact on contract development and provider compliance
- Proficiency in technical business systems (e.g. contract database Workday ServiceNow SmartSheet Contract and Request for Proposal databases)
- Very strong interpersonal skills and client service focused
- Background in problemsolving troubleshooting complex situations and finding creative solutions
- Demonstrated ability to research and synthesize complex information
- Ability to embrace change and new information and adapt behavior and work methods in response to new information changing conditions and unexpected obstacles
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Experience using a database to capture streamline and organize data
- Ability to prepare and write clear and concise documents
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and personalities
- Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as a team player
- Demonstrated ability to deliver and execute on multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to identify efficiencies to improve upon current processes
- Ability to remain professional with the utmost level of diplomacy and integrity
BENEFITS:For more information on County of Santa Barbara benefits click HERE.Additionally applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for retirement reciprocity and time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate.
Examples of Duties
- Researches and analyzes rules regulations legislation and procedures to determine their impact on departmental processes reporting and fiscal requirements; develops and recommends policies and procedures; and identifies and validates business process requirements critical success factors and fiscal technological and environmental constraints and assumptions.
- Research and draft contracts for new projects and renewals that provide critical direct services or provide administrative resources to support the goals of Behavioral Wellness. Write clear and descriptive exhibits that specify detailed requirements to meet county state and federal regulations and have a positive impact on the community we serve while incorporating standards policies and procedures; strong stewardship of public funds designs and improvement forms; and coordinate publication and dissemination of such material.
- Serves as liaison and as a representative of private businesses state and/or federal agencies and other County departments to coordinate agreements for purchasing or services for special projects reports or analysis and to provide specified administrative services such as contract development and preparation for services and goods based on an analysis of program needs and available funding.
- Represents the department in the development of contracts and service agreements; and gathers information for use in planning or management decisions.
- Participate in coordinate and lead drafting meetings including presenting data to support collaboration with fiscal QCM program and management teams in making informed operational and administrative decisions.
- May lead or supervise staff.
- Researches and analyzes rules regulations legislation and procedures to determine their impact on departmental processes reporting and fiscal requirements; develops and recommends policies and procedures; and identifies and validates business process requirements critical success factors and fiscal technological and environmental constraints and assumptions.
Employment Standards
In order to be considered for this position applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (minimum qualifications) listed below:
- Possession of a bachelors degree in business administration public administration political science communications or related field;OR
- Possession of an associates degree in business administration public administration political science communications or related field ANDtwo 2 years of experience that would demonstrate basic knowledge (a) fiscal management budgeting grant preparation and monitoring and contract management; (b) automated systems; or (c) Contracts Lifecycle Management (CLM) Systems ;OR
- Four 4 years of experience that would demonstrate basic knowledge of (a) fiscal management budgeting grant preparation and monitoring and contract management; (b) automated systems; or (c) Contracts Lifecycle Management (CLM) Systems ; OR
- A combination of training education and/or experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required competencies.
For the full job classification description and competencies clickHERE.
- Possession of a bachelors degree in business administration public administration political science communications or related field;OR
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:
- Review applications and supplemental questionnairesto determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
- Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking: Candidates response to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored. Candidates final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.
Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule 6. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the examination rank on the employment list and duration of the employment list.
VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS: Veterans preference credit is applicable for this recruitment 5 points for veterans 10 points for disabled veterans). To be eligible for this credit you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of: 1 honorable discharge from active military service; or 2 discharge from a military or veterans hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or 3 completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act. No time limit exists for veterans with 30 or more disability.
To receive veterans preference points you must: 1 check the Veterans Preference Points box on the employment application form 2 submit a copy of your Form DD214 to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date and 3 pass all phases of the examination process. The preference points will be added to your final test score.CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:
- Live Scan and Background Check: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made the selected candidates appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter. Appointee will be subject to a postoffer medical evaluation or examination.
- The appointee must satisfactorily complete a oneyear probationary period.
Recruiters will correspond with applicants by emailduring each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS:The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.Disaster Service Worker:Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100 all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
STATEMENT OF COMMITMENTThe County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation of any typewith regardto any characteristic or status protected by any federal lawstate law or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a meritbased selection process and toeliminatingbarriers toattracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a longstanding practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employeesand values their contributions to our organization.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:Monday May 52025 at 4:59 PM PST; POST MARKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at .
Gabriela Huerta Recruitment Analyst
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
