Develops and processes complex contract documents, including but not limited to: Contracts; Agency, Grant and Settlement Agreements; and Amendments.
Drafts and/or reviews scopes of service and provides advice and suggested language changes as appropriate.
Ensures all scopes of service are in compliance with applicable laws, rules, policies, and good purchasing practices.
Meets with appropriate program office staff, as needed, to ensure a full understanding of scope of service, program, purpose of contract, etc.
Provides technical assistance to contract managers and management regarding procurement rules and regulations.
Assists in resolving complex contract issues.
Assists with the development and administration of the Agency Contract Manager training program, including developing training materials; conducting training; and providing updates to Agency Contract Managers, as necessary.
Serves as a lead trainer for the Contract Administration Unit.
Keeps abreast of changes in law and rule affecting procurement and/or contract administration.
Ensures the review and update, development and implementation as appropriate, of all applicable Agency procurement and contract administration policies, procedures, templates, unit forms, desk reference materials, and trainings; ensures incorporation of all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Ensures assigned audit requests (Internal Audit, Auditor General, DFS, etc.) are responded to accurately and promptly.
Reviews audits with Agency contract managers and processes amendments when required.
Performs annual contract manager file reviews, including finding deficiencies; assisting contract managers with development of corrective action plans; and ensuring follow-up on corrective action plans, as appropriate.
Reports the status of projects to the Contract Administrator on at least a weekly basis.
Brings administrative matters to the Contract Administrator’s attention as appropriate.
Attends meetings, conferences, one-on-one sessions, etc., as needed.
Performs special projects and/or other related duties as required. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
Two (2) years of professional work experience in procurement (purchasing, contract administration, or contract management)
One (1) year of professional work experience in drafting and reviewing scopes of work.
Benefits
Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
Opportunities for career advancement
Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)