Grants/Contracts Officer - DMS

Grants/Contracts Officer - DMS State of Idaho - 3.6 Boise, ID Job Details Full-time $27.70 - $28.94 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Statistics Contract documentation review Contract review Contract law compliance support Regulatory compliance Procurement financial analysis Contract interpretation Budget restrictions for grants Procurement contract management Project contract management Expenditure monitoring Financial acumen Financial compliance monitoring Terms and conditions negotiation Analytics Full Job Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

•

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

• Join Our Team as a Grants/Contracts Officer! The Contracts and Procurement (CAPS) team is a group of highly skilled, collaborative, procurement professionals, who support statewide programs and the communities they serve. We are looking for a detail-oriented person who takes pride in their work and is willing to learn. If your contract/procurement experience is limited, we will coach new hires whose drive, passion, and values align with the team and our commitment to serving Idahoans across the state. This position is based out of the downtown Boise location. This position may be eligible for limited telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time. We are looking for individuals that are: A collaborative team player who contributes positively to team dynamics Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable navigating changing conditions An excellent communicator with written, editing, analytical, and oral communication skills Skilled at breaking down complex contracting concepts into jargon-free explanations Experienced in state procurement, including competitive bidding and relevant legal requirements Self-driven, customer focused, and committed to consistency and accuracy Committed to compliance with rules and regulations and have the technical knowledge to back it up.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

Build your professional network as a liaison between contract managers, monitors, contractors, subgrantees, state and federal agencies. Hone your skills by developing a wide variety of bidding documents (Requests for Proposals-RFP, Requests for Quotations-RFQ, and Invitation to Bid-ITB), contract Scope of Work, Cost and Billing procedures, Reporting requirements and other contract documents in collaboration with contract managers and monitors. Demonstrate your subject matter expertise by leading Department staff in the creation of an assortment of procurement materials. Use your business acumen to evaluate and analyze statistical and financial information relating to contract records. Share your knowledge by providing technical assistance and training for department staff on all things procurement related. Join a team with a "People First" mindset. Be close to the heart of state government in our convenient downtown location. When you

Apply:

Tell us about yourself with a cover letter attached to your application along with a resume . Include information which demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications and experience requirements for this position.

BENEFITS

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to: We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement. 11 paid holidays Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time) Paid parental leave Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week) 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options Deferred compensation plan Life insurance for self, spouse, and children Short and long-term disability insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Wide variety of training opportunities Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility Employee assistance program Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.•

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Guide internal customers on the appropriate procurement path for their projects Work with internal and external customers to develop and execute subgrants and contracts Work with internal customers to create, post, review, and facilitate evaluation of RFPs, ITBs, and RFQs, as appropriate Work with the Division of Purchasing for exemptions and sole sources

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below. Experience developing grants or contracts including identifying goals and timetables and determining program needs and funding. Typically requires at least one year of experience preparing grant or contract applications including assessing and determining program needs and funding, identifying goals and establishing timetables, and negotiating terms and conditions OR at least one year of experience providing technical assistance in all aspects of grant or contract development. Experience monitoring and evaluating grant or contract activities and expenditures. Typically requires at least one year of experience monitoring and evaluating grant or contract activities for compliance with grant or contract provisions, laws and regulations AND evaluating appropriateness of expenditures for contract activities OR at least one year of experience evaluating requests for proposals (RFPs), recommending proposal awards, negotiating final proposal provisions and reviewing proposal activities for compliance/conformance OR providing technical assistance in all three areas (grants, contracts, and proposals). Experience interpreting laws, regulations, and policies and advising on their requirements. Typically requires at least one year of experience interpreting and applying laws, reviewing information or documents for compliance with laws and regulations or explaining to others how laws and regulations apply to specific situations. Experience evaluating statistical and financial information and developing reports of findings. Typically requires at least one year of experience evaluating and analyzing statistical and financial information and preparing narrative or statistical reports of findings. Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants. Experience creating contracts and/or procurements. Typically gained by 1 year of experience or education. Familiarity with the Idaho Administrative Procedure Act (IDAPA) . Typically gained by 1 year of experience or education. Experience with State Procurement Act. Typically gained by 1 year of experience or education. Experience in customer service. Typically gained by 1 year of experience or education •

PLEASE NOTE

application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 11:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications. If you have questions, please contact us at: Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions. (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL:

PHONE:

(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (

TTY/TTD:

711), or email . Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.