Contracts & Compliance Program Specialist - State of Idaho

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.*

Are you passionate about ensuring compliance and driving positive outcomes for your community? The role of Contracts & Compliance Program Specialist offers a unique opportunity in supporting Medicaid programs by drafting contracts, managing procurement, and providing expert guidance on regulations. Your work will directly impact the success of essential services and ensure they meet all legal requirements. Join our team and make a lasting difference! This position will be located in our downtown Boise office. 

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training.

If you have previously applied for this position and wish to be considered for one of the current vacancies, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used.

BENEFITS:

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION 

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. 

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• 11 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start 
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Support and develop contracts, amendments, and requests for proposals (RFPs) including identifying goals, timetables, program needs, and funding.
• Ensure grant and contract compliance with standard operating procedures, Idaho Code, Federal Codes, and other requirements.
• Interpret and apply complex contract language, regulations, laws, or policies.
• Perform procurement and contract administration duties as assigned.
• Research grant/contract challenges, strategic needs, and offer solutions.
• Provide contract research, contract language writing, and project management support.
• Identify training needs and provide technical assistance on regulations, rules, and policies.
• Advise on program limitations, requirements, and ensure alignment with contract objectives and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements.
• Support and develop corrective actions for compliance issues or negative findings, and act as a liaison with federal, state, and other agencies.
• Train in conjunction with the DHW's Contract Unit and the State Division of Purchasing.

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; recommending and evaluating operating procedures and recommending changes. Typically gained by 

  approximately one year of experience where this was a primary responsibility of the job. This experience may include participation in a regional or statewide quality assurance team, business change or project team or a similar assignment.
• Experience developing technical written materials such as policies, technical manuals or rules/regulations. Typically gained by at least one year experience working in a business setting developing training materials, reports, policy and/or procedure manuals, written interpretations of law, rules, or policies, or any related background which would be considered similar. 
• Experience providing technical program assistance to staff. Typically gained by at least one year of experience providing technical assistance to staff in a business setting which could include formal and informal assignments to assist, mentor or train new staff. 

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.

• Federal or state grant/contract management experience. Typically gained by approximately one year of experience developing grants or contracts including identifying goals and timetables and determining program needs and funding. 
• Knowledge of government procurement, including commonly used contracting methods and contract types. Typically gained by approximately one year of experience where this was a primary responsibility of the job.

Learn About a Career with DHW

***PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 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: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov 
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 ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.