Contract Specialist Job ID 77749
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
This position is in the newly created P/T Contracts unit at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). As a Contract Specialist, this position exists to develop Professional/Technical (P/T) contracts and/or assist with P/T contract processes, under limited supervision. You will assist in defining the scope of work and then further identify and incorporate technical requirements into contracts, as well as to assist in the completion of all forms and documentation associated with the development of contracts. The position will research and respond to contract management questions to help ensure contracts are managed in compliance with contract requirements. Also provides assistance in developing, evaluating, improving, and implementing policies and procedures pertaining to contract development, SWIFT tools, and Tempo/Records management. Maintains accurate and up-to-date contract records and documentation, ensuring proper documentation of all contractual agreements and obligations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of advanced administrative or technical experience performing contract administration support or assistance (experience is related to drafting and/or reviewing contracts or similar complex documents/processes), reviewing budgets, scope of work, and/or related forms and processes) OR
Two (2) years of professional contract development experience.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field may substitute for one year of experience or related.
Proficiency with computers and software applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook or similar applications) sufficient to create and interpret quality work products of staff, reports, spreadsheets, budgets, databases, and correspondence.
Demonstrated effective communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as a team member.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience drafting contract agreements.
Knowledge of and/or experience with P/T Contract processes.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, and procedures regarding contract development and administration.
Demonstrated experience initiating and successfully completing projects.
Understanding of the differences between professional/technical contracts, equity select contracts, master contracts, grant contracts, and other types of contractual agreements.
Demonstrated project management skills including the ability to meet deadlines, maintain organization, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to build partnerships and obtain cooperation from staff and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of/experience with Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT).
Accomplished leadership skills to effectively coach, train and lead peers in problem-solving and project management.
About Pollution Control Agency
Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure polluting does not have disproportionate impact on any groups of people. We emphasize work-life balance with flex schedules, compressed schedules, and options to telework for some positions.