Contract Analyst

Contract Analyst

Location: 440 Court Street, Clearwater, FL 33756

Schedule: Remote work available up to three (3) days per week. Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

Pinellas County Human Services has been creating solutions for a stronger community by serving those most in need since 1955. With a network of over 105 partner agencies and managing over 200 contracts and grants, Human Services helps Pinellas County residents obtain access to medical care, emergency financial assistance, help connect to county judicial resources, optimize benefits for Veterans and Dependents, investigate consumer complaints, and help those who are experiencing homelessness. Our vision is to be the standard for public service in America, if you enjoy working in contract administration to support a fast-paced, dynamic environment, then we look forward to hearing from you.

This is highly responsible professional, technical, analytical, and administrative work involving implementation, operations, management research, and/or quality assurance of department contracts and initiatives. An employee in this class is responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of work standards, methods and procedure improvements and the overall monitoring of assignments as an expert in contracts. Work requires exercising independent judgment in determining recommended courses of action and in the development and presentation of materials. The incumbent is responsible for creating, tracking, monitoring, enforcing, and terminating a high volume of contracts for a variety of administrative and social services.

What Would You Do?

• Drafts, evaluates, negotiates, and executes contracts related to administrative operations and/or social services.

• Determines and monitors contract deliverables and timelines ensuring all parties adhere to the contract terms.

• Maintains a high level of awareness regarding the life cycle of all contracts and assures that they are closed, replaced, or extended according to business needs and contract terms.

• Monitors financial obligations of contracts and assesses appropriate spend down and utilization.

• Communicates with all relevant contacts to negotiate, implement, and monitor contracts and programs.

• Acts as an intermediary between stakeholders and the Contracts Division on contractual matters.

• Develops and implements procedures for contract/project management in compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and general contractual principles.

• Participates in the resolution of critical and difficult problems or issues.

• Investigates and defines problem areas, conducts studies and prepares reports recommending solutions or course of action.

• Understands division and departmental needs and works with County Purchasing to facilitate procurement processes.

• Provides overall support to the Contracts Division.

• Performs related work as assigned or required.

What Do You Need To Have?

Experience- progressive experience in procurement, project management, operations, administrative analysis work, or quality assurance that includes 1 year of state or local government procurement or contract management.

Education - degree in social work, public administration, information technology, business administration, human services, or a related field.

• At least 8 years of experience as described above.

• Associate degree as described above and at least 6 years of experience as described above.

• Bachelor's degree with course work as described above and at least 4 years of experience as described above.

• Master's degree as described above and at least 2 years of experience as described above.

• Doctoral degree as described above.

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Additional Requirements

• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report.

• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

Highly Desirable

• Professional experience in public administration and/or contract management.

• Professional experience in grant administration and/or grant compliance for local, state, and federal awards.

• Understanding of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance in contracting and day to day operations.

• Understanding and knowledge on any of the following in Pinellas County: criminal justice system, diversion programs, problem-solving courts, and homeless services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the contract management life cycle.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of public and business administration.

• Knowledge in business/professional writing and grammar.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, and to make effective presentations to a variety of groups.

• Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the assigned division.

• Skill in advanced leadership techniques and practices to evaluate and determine organizational goals and objectives, maximizing effectiveness.

• Ability to interact effectively, establishing good working relationships with staff, other county organizations, agencies, state officials, consultants, contractors, and the public.

• Ability to apply computer applications and software, particularly in the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to plan, monitor, and coordinate technical and administrative programs.

• Ability to address civic organizations or other public or private groups on subjects relative to section projects.

Our benefits rank among the top in the area!

• Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.

• We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks. Check out these and more!

Want To Learn More?

Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

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