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State of Minnesota Contracts Coordinator - Accounting Officer Inter in St. Paul, Minnesota

Working Title: Contracts Coordinator

Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate

Agency: Mn Management & Budget

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  • Location : St. Paul

  • Telework Eligible : yes

  • Full/Part Time : Full-Time

  • Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

  • Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

  • Date Posted : 12/21/2024

  • Closing Date : 01/10/2025

  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn Management & Budget

  • Division/Unit : Fiscal Services

  • Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

  • Days of Work : Monday - Friday

  • Travel Required : No

  • Salary Range: $26.04 - $37.98 / hourly; $54,371 - $79,302 / annually

  • Classified Status : Classified

  • Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Employees

  • FLSA Status : Nonexempt

  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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.

The Contracts Coordinator provides technical/legal knowledge and guidance to agency management and staff on professional/technical contracts by applying legal and professional knowledge of statutes, administrative rules and procedures governing Minnesota professional/technical contracts. Manage complex contracts for MMB by providing analysis, policy direction, and assistance on complex Professional/Technical contract issues.

The position provides legal/technical knowledge and guidance to agency management and staff on other agency issues by applying professional knowledge of statutes, rules, policies, and procedures and serves as backup to the agencies Buyer.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 2 (two) years of professional experience in contract compliance

  • Principles and techniques of customer service sufficient to ensure that the financial needs of department programs are fully supported.

  • Knowledge of purchasing or contracts to develop and evaluate contract specifications and issue purchase orders or contracts.

  • Experience with state and federal laws, regulations, and policies related to the expenditure of funds sufficient to ensure compliance.

  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, marketing, governmental purchasing, and supply procedures.

  • Experience with software applications such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, Explorer and Access, and Adobe Reader.

Preferred Qualifications

  • BA or Advanced degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.

  • Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) sufficient to enter transactions and run reports.

  • Ability to handle large volumes of work while maintaining accuracy.

  • Experience executing technical and administrative legal work.

Additional Requirements

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. Professional/Technical Contract Professional certification and Professional/Technical Contract Manager certification within 6 months of start.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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