Contract Specialist II
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Administration / Clerical
Posted on February 1, 2023
Salary
$92,206.40 - $116,896.00 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Multiple job types-career service and/or temp
Department
DPH - Public Health
Job Number
2023AO17809
Division
Administrative Services
Closing
2/17/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Public Health - Seattle & King County (PHSKC) seeks an enthusiastic and highly motivated Contract Specialist to join our team! PHSKC values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans.
Public Health is launching a strategic planning process as it emerges from responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and since the declaration of racism is a public health crisis. The goal is to chart a path forward centered on equity that is informed by both community health data and community-identified priorities for the health of the King County.
Commitment to Equity and Social Justice: Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
Applicants should be committed to working with diverse populations throughout King County to provide excellent customer service to a broad range of cultures, in accordance with the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and Strategic Plan and the declaration of Racism as a Public Health Crisis . WE ARE HIRING FOR THREE (3) OPENINGS
Public Health Contract Specialist II's are part of a team of centralized contract experts in the Contracts, Procurement and Real Estate Services Section of Public Health. This position is responsible for managing the review and/or development, technical quality assurance, and approvals of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and professional and medical consultant contracts as well as the development of Requests for Proposals/Qualifications and bids, Memoranda of Understanding, Inter-Local Agreements and other binding and non-binding agreements and contracts for one or more Public Health Divisions and programs.
This posting may be used to fill a term limited-temporary (TLT) or special duty assignment through December 31, 2023, unless extended or terminated prior to this time.
This recruitment is for one (1) Career Service position and two (2) Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignments (SDAs):
WORK SCHEDULE: The individual selected for this position will have a flexible work schedule typically between the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and be capable of telecommuting with computer equipment provided by King County.
Telecommuting:
Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Job Duties
The most competitive candidates will have:
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must submit an online King County application and respond to the supplemental questions
The following application materials are required in order to be considered for this position:
CONTACT: For more information about the application process, please contact Alexis Owens at Alowens@kingcounty.gov
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$92,206.40 - $116,896.00 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Multiple job types-career service and/or temp
Department
DPH - Public Health
Job Number
2023AO17809
Division
Administrative Services
Closing
2/17/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Public Health - Seattle & King County (PHSKC) seeks an enthusiastic and highly motivated Contract Specialist to join our team! PHSKC values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans.
Public Health is launching a strategic planning process as it emerges from responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and since the declaration of racism is a public health crisis. The goal is to chart a path forward centered on equity that is informed by both community health data and community-identified priorities for the health of the King County.
Commitment to Equity and Social Justice: Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
Applicants should be committed to working with diverse populations throughout King County to provide excellent customer service to a broad range of cultures, in accordance with the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and Strategic Plan and the declaration of Racism as a Public Health Crisis . WE ARE HIRING FOR THREE (3) OPENINGS
Public Health Contract Specialist II's are part of a team of centralized contract experts in the Contracts, Procurement and Real Estate Services Section of Public Health. This position is responsible for managing the review and/or development, technical quality assurance, and approvals of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and professional and medical consultant contracts as well as the development of Requests for Proposals/Qualifications and bids, Memoranda of Understanding, Inter-Local Agreements and other binding and non-binding agreements and contracts for one or more Public Health Divisions and programs.
This posting may be used to fill a term limited-temporary (TLT) or special duty assignment through December 31, 2023, unless extended or terminated prior to this time.
This recruitment is for one (1) Career Service position and two (2) Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignments (SDAs):
- A TLT or SDA anticipated to last one year. This position is eligible to participate in Benefits and PERS- the Public Employees' Retirement System.
- A TLT or SDA anticipated to last 1-2 years. This position is eligible to participate in Benefits and may be eligible to participate in PERS."
- A Career Service position"
WORK SCHEDULE: The individual selected for this position will have a flexible work schedule typically between the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and be capable of telecommuting with computer equipment provided by King County.
Telecommuting:
Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Job Duties
- Performs or participates in the development, negotiation and completion of contracts and agreements with community agencies, municipalities, universities, medical institutions and individual consultants and practitioners.
- Provides technical assistance to division and programs in the development of bids and Requests for Proposals.
- Reviews all contract language for compliance with Public Health/County required terms and conditions and funder requirements.
- Advises internal and external colleagues and customers on contract requirements and tracks completion of all compliance documentation.
- Provides ongoing training to divisional and program staff to insure contemporary contracts negotiations and development.
- Problem solves special, difficult and/or politically sensitive compliance issues and work with internal and external colleagues and customers to craft solutions.
- Work directly with staff of other county departments including the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, Risk Management and Finance and Business Operations to craft and implement contract requirements.
- Prepare contract data reports for divisional and program use as well as contract operations reports to management.
- Develop and/or refine specific contract exhibits to assist programs and to ensure that contract language is consistent with the department's strategic and business plans.
- Assist in the development of Public Health training materials and other training and technical assistance materials including the Public Health webpage.
- Ability to prepare and review complex contract documents and financial reports.
- Knowledge of contract and procurement principles.
- Skilled in negotiation and solution focused problem solving with departmental colleagues, other King County representatives and contracted parties.
- Experience working with a contract management database to assist in workload management.
- Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Skilled in contract management including having an understanding of technical issues related to liability, enforcing contract terms, developing legal exhibits, and legal terminology related to contract development.
- Knowledge and understanding of local, state, and federal codes, statutes, regulations and law relevant to contract management.
- Excellent technical writing skills. Skilled in evaluating and editing written documents.
- Ability to work with a variety of highly skilled professional colleagues.
- Possess a strong customer service focus.
- Skilled in providing effective training and presentations to internal customers and the general community.
The most competitive candidates will have:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Human Services, Public Health or related field OR Lived Experience 2-3 years.
- Three years of professional experience in contract administration, budget management, planning, human services or public health administration.
- Experience with public and/or government contracting.
- Experience with Federal Emergency Management Agency requirements, federal Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements - 2 CFR 200.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must submit an online King County application and respond to the supplemental questions
The following application materials are required in order to be considered for this position:
- A Completed Online or Paper Application
- Supplemental Questionnaire
- Resume
- Cover Letter
CONTACT: For more information about the application process, please contact Alexis Owens at Alowens@kingcounty.gov
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
