MCSO Contract Specialist Senior
MCSO Contract Specialist Senior
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$41.51 - $51.03 HourlyDepartment:
SheriffJob Type:
Regular RepresentedExemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
September 08 2025
The Opportunity:
Who We Are:
Join the Multnomah County Sheriffs Office (MCSO) and become part of a dynamic team where your commitment to justice and community safety can make a real difference. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to serving the community passionate about helping others and inspired by a strong sense of purpose. MCSO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and investing in professional development opportunities throughout your career.
To learn more about our agency please watch our video: Join Our Team
Position Overview:
This is a pivotal role in which youll be responsible for the full life cycle management of over 200 active contracts for MCSO from initiation to completion. Youll play a crucial part in ensuring proper processing and tracking of contracts developing work procedures consistent with policies and collaborating with suppliers and contractors to develop procurement agreements. Your expertise will ensure all contracts meet County standards.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform complex contract oversight for programs ensuring timely processing of contracts to meet service needs.
Develop and coordinate specialized requests for proposal projects particularly those involving complex contracting arrangements.
Work with suppliers on requirements gathering and contract development coordinating with Purchasing during the sourcing phase.
Coordinate and oversee the work of collaborating agency members in providing contract services to customers.
Develop and coordinate activities of collaborating agencies stakeholders and various committees to ensure contract compliance with County rules and regulations.
Develops requests for procurements/contracts/amendments into language which reflects an accurate interpretation and implementation of policies principles and program needs. Edits Contract statements of work submitted by Contractors; into legally sufficient language compliant with PCRB rules ORS 279 PUR-1 CON-1 FINs.
Research and analyze specialized areas or customer needs compile data and prepare proposals and reports.
Implement recommendations and develop/monitor contracts and other funding sources to ensure payments comply with the scope and schedule.
Interview and negotiate with provider representatives regarding quality compatibility availability price and terms of service.
Provide technical assistance and support to programs in developing work statements payment terms insurance levels measurable program outcomes and appropriately written special conditions clauses and provisions.
To Qualify
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:
Equivalent to a bachelors lieu of a degree additional qualifying experience will be considered on a year-for-year basis.
Must have at least three (3) years of experience in contract development/negotiation ensuring contract compliance and contract administrations services.
Must pass a criminal records and employment references check.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider some or all the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain in your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Experience with governmental contracting processes.
Experience with Jaegger and Workday.
CPPB or CPPO certification.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
Screening and Evaluation
The Application Packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. You must submit all requested items below by the time the job posting closes. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
A completed online application using Workday showing how you meet the qualifications.
Responses to any and all electronic questionnaires/tasks sent to you through Workday after submitting your online application. Applications with unfinished questionnaires at the time the job posting closes will be considered incomplete and will be inactivated from the process.
Veteran Preference: if you are interested in requesting veterans preference please be prepared to submit your DD214 and veteran disability verification forms electronically when specifically requested during the online application process.
Note: Please contact the recruiter as soon as possible if you experience any complications when applying. The application should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough as these materials will determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.
After You Apply:
Please save a copy of this job posting for your reference as it will not be available for you to view online after the job posting closes.
Log in to your Workday account before the job posting closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions to complete. These can be found under the My Applications section.You must complete these tasks or actions in order for us to accept your application.
Check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
Internal Candidates: After you have hit submit on your application check your Workday inbox and complete all questionnaires including Veterans Preference Questionnaire prior to the application deadline. The Veterans Preference questionnaire is required for ALL internal candidates regardless of Veteran status. Certain questionnaires/acknowledgements must be completed before applications are even received by HR.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
In-person interviews
Consideration of top candidates/interviews
Background check and reference checks (Personal History Statement completed online)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This recruitment may be used to fill full-time part-time temporary limited-duration and on-call positions.
Pay Range: $41.51 - $51.03 hourly
Type of Position: Hourly overtime eligible represented by the AFSCME Local 88 union.
Schedule: Monday Friday day shift schedule.
Work Location: Hybrid Telework (a combination of working onsite at the Columbia Gorge Corporate Center and at a telework location) arrangements may be available for this position after an onsite training period has been completed. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations. The onsite work location for this position is the Columbia Gorge Corporate Center located at 2955 NE 172nd Pl Gresham OR 97230.
Candidates that must relocate to accept the position are eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2500 with submission of expense receipts.
The County offers a competitive total compensation package. For the full list of benefits please visit our new employee benefits page.
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidates relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
Serving the Public Even During Disasters
Every day Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather natural disaster or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses while typically there begins with a call for volunteers county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Amber BeckEmail:
Phone:
1 (503)Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
6031 - Contract Specialist SeniorRequired Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
