CONTRACT MANAGER SPECIALIST - 60074647

Requisition No: 847845 

Agency: Children and Families

Working Title: CONTRACT MANAGER SPECIALIST - 60074647

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 60074647 

Salary:  $68,000 

Posting Closing Date: 03/02/2025 

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Lead Contract Manager Specialist 

Office Of Community Services

Salary: $68,000

This is not a telework position

DESCRIPTION

This position is located at DCF Headquarters, 2415 N. Monroe St., Suite 400, Tallahassee, FL 32303. The Lead Contract Manager Specialist will report directly to the Contracts and Grants Administrator. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the Contract Unit within the Office of Domestic Violence and the Office of Community Services. The Lead Contract Manager Specialist is responsible for managing various contracts, assisting with development, implementation and continuous improvement of standardized procedures for the Contract Unit, conducting training for contract managers, acting as a resource for contract managers regarding policy interpretation and resolution of minor issues, and serving as the procurement advisor, as needed. This position also acts as a liaison with the quality assurance and program operation units. Effective communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail are required.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in programmatic monitoring and contract management in a government or nonprofit setting.
2. Experience with State of Florida in accounting, contract management, budgeting, or financial reporting processes.
3. Knowledge of Florida invoicing processes.
4. Experience with federal grants and reimbursement processes.
5. Familiarity with accounting, budgeting, and funding streams in government programs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of the Department’s contract management policies, procedures, and systems.
• Knowledge of financial oversight principles, accounting principles, and budget management.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze data to make recommendations regarding program expenditures and financial compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex processes and procedures clearly.
• Ability to effectively lead a team, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems with a proactive approach.
• Have proficiency with all Microsoft Office products, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.