Contract Specialist
About The Position
Region VII Area Agency on Aging is accepting applications for a highly motivated Contract Specialist. Choose a challenging and rewarding career where you can enjoy a deep sense of personal satisfaction by making a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of others. We are a growing non-profit organization based in Bay City, MI. Purpose of the position The Contract Specialist is the support position to the Contract Manager for the maintenance of the contracted service provider network and the Request for Proposals (RFP) process. Maintenance of Direct Purchase of Service (DPOS) files. Maintenance of AASA subcontractor files. Assists with approval and reconciliation of local funding requests. Participate in Assessment of Subcontractors and Provider Monitoring of DPOS providers. Participate in the provider new open process. Coordinate the Request for Proposal process. Updates the Service Provider Operational Manual as needed. Coordinates service provider complaints and grievances. Plan and participate in departmental and other ad hoc meetings. Participate in staff development and community education/outreach activities as assigned.
Requirements
- Possession of an Associate’s Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience as acquired with one to two years relevant work experience in an office setting.
- He/She must be willing and able to travel within all ten counties of the region (and at times out of region) in reliable transportation.
- Has highly developed computer, administrative, organizational, telephone, and interpersonal skills to meet the demands of this position.
Nice To Haves
- Communicate effectively in highly visible and/or adversarial situations
- Actively pursue learning and development opportunities
- Participate actively in all on-the-job and formal learning and development opportunities to understand roles and responsibilities
- Ability to accept and adjust to changing priorities and circumstances
Responsibilities
- Maintenance of Direct Purchase of Service (DPOS) files.
- Maintenance of AASA subcontractor files.
- Assists with approval and reconciliation of local funding requests.
- Participate in Assessment of Subcontractors and Provider Monitoring of DPOS providers.
- Participate in the provider new open process.
- Coordinate the Request for Proposal process.
- Updates the Service Provider Operational Manual as needed.
- Coordinates service provider complaints and grievances.
- Plan and participate in departmental and other ad hoc meetings.
- Participate in staff development and community education/outreach activities as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Premiums 100% Employer Paid)
- Health Savings Account (Company Contributing)
- Competitive 401K Retirement Plan with Generous Company Match
- Short Term/Long Term Disability (Company Paid)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Company Holidays
- Life Insurance (Company Paid)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
