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Maximus

Senior Contracts Specialist

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What they do

A Contracts Analyst reviews business contracts for a company or organization. Reviews proposed contract terms and conditions, communicates with management about contract obligations, and communicates and negotiates with clients. Prepares contract cost estimates and reviews proposals for contract changes. Confirms that contract terms have been met before a contract is closed out.

$88,257 / year median in the U.S.

-7% projected decline

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Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead compliance tracking in all areas of performance required by the contracts and vendor agreements. Provide client, project, operations and corporate compliance reporting and analytics. Monitor and reports on Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Meet with subcontractors, vendors and third party auditors. Develop business continuity, disaster recovery and document archiving reports. Oversight of external auditors and vendor quality assurance audits. Deliver regular compliance updates to project management. Ensure staffing/operations/quality management plans appropriately updated. Additional Job Duties and Responsibilities Coordinate communication between staff, executive leadership, and management. Ensure contract compliance for vendor and consultant agreements, including timely submission of invoices and deliverables. Review and verify accuracy of contract documents, invoices, and milestones; resolve discrepancies with Finance and vendors. Interpret prime contract terms and respond to leadership inquiries. Prepare NDAs, amendments, and contracts in accordance with corporate and project standards. Maintain contract files, vendor spreadsheets, and contract library with strict confidentiality. Collaborate with Finance to process vendor invoices and approvals. Generate reports and contractual documents to support ongoing monitoring. Assist with contract negotiations and dispute resolution by analyzing terms and providing recommendations. Document and maintain contract-related policies and best practices. Serve as liaison with Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) on contract matters. Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects under the PMO. Perform additional duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience. Advanced degree or professional designation preferred.
Program Specific Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Policy, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent relevant experience). Minimum 2 years of experience supporting contracts for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Eligibility Support Services or Texas Eligibility Broker (TX EB) program within the last 3 years. Experience in contract administration, business development, or management Leading projects with multiple stakeholders Strong presentation and communication abilities. Ability to interpret and draft contract language Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, work independently and collaboratively, and maintain confidentiality. Must be able to work effectively in a remote setting. Knowledge of government contract administration and compliance Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Understanding of change orders and project funding. Must currently reside within the state of Texas Remote workers must have a minimum internet download speed of 25 Mbps and 5 Mbps upload; Shared connection requirement is 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Test your internet speed at Speedtest by Ookla - The Global Broadband Speed Test Internal requirements: (If applicable) Must consistently meet or exceed performance metrics and expectations established for your position EEO Statement Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances. Accommodations Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com . Minimum Salary $68,900.00 Maximum Salary $71,500.00