IT Contracts Specialist (Flexible/Hybrid) Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

IT Contracts Specialist (Flexible/Hybrid)

Salary
$63,163.00 – $94,745.00 Annually
Location Wake County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
25-06106 60087228/7279
Department
Department of Information Technology
Division
Chief Deputy SCIO
Opening Date
05/15/2025
Closing Date
5/29/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
IT Contracts Specialist
Position Number
60087279
Salary Grade
DT06
DESCRIPTION
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Description of Work
Looking to take the next step in your career?
Discover why NCDIT is the ideal destination for your professional growth -Why Work for NCDIT
We currently have 2 openings for IT Contracts Specialist’s
This position is eligible for hybrid telework and will be required to be onsite three days per week

Recruitment Range:

Up to $80,749
The IT Contracts Specialist will be responsible for developing, reviewing, analyzing, evaluating and approving high-level, complex, and Project-designated IT requests and solicitation documents for State entities. This employee will utilize available procurement resources and best procurement practices; utilize technical writing skills and procurement lifecycle knowledge to review and approve documents developed by State entities.
Duties include, but are not limited, to:
Reviewing, editing, and making recommendations on IFB’s, RFQ’s and Amendments(s)
Overseeing the evaluation of offers and award recommendations
Establishing and maintaining contracts
Assisting in the resolution of contract disputes
Interpreting applicable laws, rules, and policies to agency personnel, contractors and Vendors
Conducting market research to stay abreast of changes in technology
Building and maintaining strategic work relationships across multiple agencies and with external organizations, contractors, and vendors
About the Division
The NC Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Within NCDIT is the Statewide IT Procurement Office (SITPO). SITPO is an oversight entity of major, specialized IT purchases and contract functions and serves a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. About the Organization The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT’s mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet.
As NCDIT’s services reach North Carolina residents from all backgrounds, we believe that our workforce should reflect the demographics of the state. The workforce is our most valuable asset to recognize, understand and meet the IT needs of our constituents across North Carolina. Our agency’s culture is derived through the implementation of thoughtful, practical, innovative and data-driven strategies. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace (Executive Order 92). NCDIT supports recent executive orders to address pay equity for women (Executive Order 93), establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care (Executive Order 95), and implement fair chance policies (Executive Order 158). NCDIT also has several initiatives designed to help past and current military personnel and their spouses find rewarding careers with us. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.
If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit studentaid.gov to learn more.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are

REQUIRED

to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (

Note:

These links refer to Dept. of Public Safety process; this process is the same for Dept. of Information Technology.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
Demonstrated experience applying general statutes, administrative codes and/or procedures to assist in the preparation of solicitation documents
Demonstrated experience drafting and/or writing procurement documents, simple contract provisions and/or supporting documentation
Demonstrated experience reviewing and/or commenting on procurement documentation
Demonstrated experience in ensuring compliance with file management requirements and/or state records retention policies
The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
Experience in purchasing or procurement in a government entity
Experience negotiating contracts
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressively responsible experience in the area of procurement and contract administration related to the solicitation, negotiation, and award of contracts, preferably in information technology and/or public sector environments; or Associate degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in the area of procurement and contract administration related to the solicitation, negotiation, and award of contracts, preferably in information technology and/or public sector environments; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Information Technology (DIT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. NCDIT uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill posted positions. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Department of Information Technology will not accept “See Resume” or inserted text resumes in lieu of all work experience and education completed on the application.
Employment at NCDIT is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with your application.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. Applicants applying for positions that require specific coursework, must upload and attach a copy of the transcript with their application.
Applicants with relevant professional certifications to the posted job must attach proof of active certification along with the information in the “Certificates and Licenses” section.
If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: naces.org/members

REMOTE WORK

At NCDIT, we are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and flexible work environment, offering a hybrid remote work option for positions that are conducive to remote flexibility. If you do not currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned duty station, new hires are granted up to 120 days from their start date to relocate. This relocation ensures the ability to work onsite multiple days per week. If you’re eager to contribute to a dynamic workplace, we encourage you to apply!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Some highlights include:

The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service
Twelve (12) holidays/year
Fourteen (14) vacation days/year which increase as length of service increases and accumulate year-to-year
Twelve (12) sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely Longevity pay lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
401K, 457, and 403(b) plans Learn more about employee perks/benefits:
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State of North Carolina
Website
http://its.nc.gov/
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State of North Carolina
Website
http://its.nc.gov/
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