Sandy Hook Promise

Director, Procurement, Contracts, Compliance

Sandy Hook Promise

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Review and manage contracts and agreements with contractors, consultants, vendors, school districts, community partners, government entities, and funders to ensure clarity, compliance, and risk mitigation for SHP.
  • Draft, revise, and maintain standardized agreement templates, including contractor and consultant agreements, educational and community partner MOUs, data-sharing agreements, and service agreements, ensuring alignment with programmatic needs and legal requirements.
  • Coordinate with external legal counsel on complex or high-risk contract matters as needed.
  • Collaborate with the Development and Finance Grants team to review grant agreements, subawards, and funder requirements, assessing organizational obligations, compliance risks, and appropriate accounting treatment.
  • Develop and standardize procurement guidelines for new vendor and consultant engagements, including clear processes for selection, negotiation, and approval.
  • Lead annual policy reviews and staff trainings to promote consistent adherence to organizational policies related to contracts, procurement, and financial commitments.
  • Manage governmental registrations and compliance reporting, including state business and tax registrations, annual reports, and charitable solicitation filings, ensuring all entities remain in good standing.
  • Maintain relationships with external registered agents in states where required.
  • Obtain and maintain state sales tax exemptions where applicable.
  • Support the CFO with additional responsibilities as needed to advance organizational operations and compliance.

Requirements

  • 6-10+ years of progressive experience in contracts management, compliance, or related fields.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; related advanced degrees or certifications a plus.
  • Experience procurement and negotiating contracts or agreements.
  • Ability to translate legal and compliance concepts into clear, practical guidance for staff at all levels.
  • Highly organized, systems-oriented, and adept at building processes in a growing organization.
  • Exercises professional judgment that supports equal access, community engagement, and effective communication across diverse populations.
  • A commitment to SHP’s mission and values.
Benefits
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Flexible schedules
  • Paid holidays and 10 days sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Health, dental, and vision
  • Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
  • 401k match
  • Professional development stipend
  • Wellness & mental health support
  • Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
  • Remote office support for all staff
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
contracts managementcomplianceprocurementnegotiating contractsdrafting agreementsrisk mitigationaccounting treatmentpolicy reviewscompliance reportingstate sales tax exemptions
Soft Skills
highly organizedsystems-orientedbuilding processesprofessional judgmenteffective communicationcommunity engagementclarity in guidancecollaborationrelationship managementcommitment to mission
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeadvanced degreescertifications in contracts management