Contract Specialist - Detainee & Crisis Systems

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Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5639 - Contract Specialist

Salary Grade: 9

The Contract Specialist supports the administration, coordination, and management of contracts and agreements at the county level. This position assists with procurement activities, monitors contract compliance, maintains accurate contract documentation, and coordinates communication among internal departments, vendors, and other stakeholders. Working under general supervision, the Contract Specialist helps ensure that contracts are properly executed, contractual requirements are met, and contracted services are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in accordance with county policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. This is an in-office position; remote work is not available.

Essential Functions: 

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application. 
 
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum two (2) years experience working with, developing, and writing contracts.
• Experience with/knowledge of developing contract proposals and related processes.
• Experience with/knowledge of implementing grants or grant oversight.
• Experience with/knowledge of creating reports, tracking contract timelines, progress, and priorities.
• Experience with/knowledge of working with contract and financial management systems.
• Experience with/knowledge of healthcare agreements.

Selection Procedure: 
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. 

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items: Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.