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State of Minnesota IT Contracts Administrator - State Program Administrator Principal in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: IT Contracts Administrator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 79400
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes - Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible.
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/14/2024
Closing Date : 09/10/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Finance Contract Monitor
Work Shift : Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
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 Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.
Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our DCT Contract Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as an IT Contracts Administrator! This position will direct, manage, and coordinate all phases of IT related contracts, including software purchases, licensing agreements, user agreements, and subscriptions, as well as non-IT professional/technical services contracts. This position will provide technical assistance, training, monitoring, and general consultation to all divisional staff related to the IT and non-IT contract processes.
Primary responsibilities:
Provide direction, management, and coordination of all phases of contracting processes in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations, and mandates for DCT.
Develop, coordinate, and manage request for proposal processes; draft and execute contracts and amendments.
Collaborate on targeted activities, projects, and outcomes with other DCT Administration staff, staff from other DHS divisions and other state agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of contract management, preparation, or compliance experience, which must demonstrate the following:
Experience working with various types of contracts, preferably IT, which may include external access agreements, end-user license agreements, subscription agreements, and software as a service contract.
Experience processing contracts and managing the contract development process from inception to completion.
Note: A bachelor’s degree in public policy, law, compliance, business, or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR master’s degree in public policy, finance, business, or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience OR Juris Doctor from accredited law school may substitute for 2 years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing insight, guidance, technical assistance, and training related to contract administration.
Knowledge of government contracts including drafting and monitoring.
Ability to pull, analyze, and compile various reports.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in using Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
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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