Contract Specialist I

Wake County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Administration

Division

Purchase Contract

Job Classification Title

Contract Specialist I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC14

About Us

The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction purchasing and contracting for goods and services maintaining facilities managing state vehicles acquiring and disposing of real property and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally the department manages many of the states advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the states population that have been traditionally underserved.

Description of Work

This is a professional position in the North Carolina Department of Administration (NCDOA) for a motivated enthusiastic and skilled Contract Specialist (Contract Specialist I) responsible for managing the performance of the Statewide Term Contracts with internal and external customers and vendors having the ability to be astute and knowledgeable about the details benefits of assigned contracts.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Work closely and collaboratively with the Strategic Sourcing team on all assigned Statewide Term Contracts.
Maintains a thorough knowledge of all aspects of a wide variety of contract(s) and educates all parties on contract terms and deliverables of the contract.
Ensure contract performance is in line with requirements of the contract.
Contract modifications including amendments extensions and renewals.
Create and maintain relationships with vendors and agencies and serve as the point of contact for matters concerning Statewide Term Contracts.
Maintain records for correspondence and documentation in relation to established Statewide Term Contracts. Conduct business review meetings and communicate and present information to stakeholders about contract-related matters.
Analyze spend reports and other related documents to recommend moving forward with close-out extension or renewal of the contract according to what is in the best interest of the state.
Conduct Business Review Meetings to strengthen engagement and relationships with vendors and to collectively look at Vendors performance and progress under the contract.
Resolve any contract-related problems that may arise under Statewide Term Contracts.
Assists business and technical owners from all functional areas in the selection of vendors and documentation of vendor obligations consistent with requirements.
Conduct surveys and market research.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressive procurement or contract administration experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Completion of the North Carolina Contract Management Certification Program within one year of hire into the position.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Working knowledge of the principles of contract administration and management.
Demonstrated experience working in a cooperative/collaborative environment.
Demonstrated negotiation analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated written and oral communications skills.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments while maintaining a high level of quality and professionalism.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to maintain professional demeanor during interaction with the public and key agency stakeholders.

MANAGEMENT PREFERENCE:

Excellent research writing and editing skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
Strong interpersonal/ human relations skills and ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders in various disciplines.
Ability to operate a personal computer and utilize various software programs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software to include Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Terrance Jamare Daniels

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AgencyDept of AdministrationDivisionPurchase ContractJob Classification TitleContract Specialist I (NS)Position NumberGradeNC14About UsThe NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building cons...