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Job Title:  

Contracts Administrator 2

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005967

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$41,569.83 - $54,428.51

Job Description:

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

 

Start your career in public service. The DHS’ Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS), Child Welfare is seeking candidates to fill the position of Contracts Administrator 2, reporting to the Unit Manager.  This position is in Atlanta, Fulton County.

 

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan: 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position(s).

JOIN OUR TEAM!

 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates implementation of a high volume of contracts for the provision of social, therapeutic, & behavioral health services. 
• Performs research, evaluation, and analysis for monitoring vendor performance for compliance of contracts. 
• Develops and implements contracting policies and procedures; recommends improvements to existing policy/procedure. 
• May serve as lead staff. 
• Provides technical assistance/training to assigned staff, external service providers and interdepartmental stakeholders.
• Monitor and audit Provider contractual compliance.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:
 

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with two years’ experience in a related field. With at least one year’s experience working with computer systems for data entry and data review
• Experience in working with diverse populations in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability and flexibility to work at various hours
• Develop effective working relationships and work well as part of a team to achieve organizational goals
• Excellent time management skills and ability to complete paperwork and data maintenance on a timely basis
• Proficient in MS Office Proficient with Microsoft Office – Excel proficiency is a must
• Knowledge regarding local occupational, educational, and labor market information

• Previous experience in workforce development and/or career counseling is preferred.
• Previous case management experience is preferred

 

Additional Information:

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services visit https://dhs.georgia.gov

Employment Information:

• DHS is an equal opportunity employer.
• Current state employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
• If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
• The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
• DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE).
• DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree(s), diploma, licensure, etc.
• As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

 

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.

 

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and five (5) years of contracting job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Contracts Administrator 1 (LEP030) or position equivalent.--Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.