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Working Title: Contract Specialist

Job Class: Management Analyst 2

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 77749

• Location : Various*

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers and MPCA employees eligible to interest bid (permanent, classified employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing patty.atchison@state.mn.us by 07/01/2024

• Date Posted : 06/24/2024

• Closing Date : 07/09/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Operations Division / PT Contract Unit

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $24.20 - $35.13 / hourly; $50,529 - $73,351 / annually**

• Job Class Option : Contracts Coordination

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

*This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: St. Paul, Brainerd, Duluth, Detroit Lakes, Mankato, Marshall, or Rochester

**Posted salary range will be adjusted 4.5% effective July 1, 2024.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is in the newly created P/T Contracts unit at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). As a Contract Specialist, this position exists to develop Professional/Technical (P/T) contracts and/or assist with P/T contract processes, under limited supervision. You will assist in defining the scope of work and then further identify and incorporate technical requirements into contracts, as well as to assist in the completion of all forms and documentation associated with the development of contracts. The position will research and respond to contract management questions to help ensure contracts are managed in compliance with contract requirements. Also provides assistance in developing, evaluating, improving, and implementing policies and procedures pertaining to contract development, SWIFT tools, and Tempo/Records management. Maintains accurate and up-to-date contract records and documentation, ensuring proper documentation of all contractual agreements and obligations.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of advanced administrative or technical experience performing contract administration support or assistance (experience is related to drafting and/or reviewing contracts or similar complex documents/processes), reviewing budgets, scope of work, and/or related forms and processes) OR

Two (2) years of professional contract development experience.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field may substitute for one year of experience or related.

Proficiency with computers and software applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook or similar applications) sufficient to create and interpret quality work products of staff, reports, spreadsheets, budgets, databases, and correspondence.

Demonstrated effective communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as a team member.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience drafting contract agreements.

Knowledge of and/or experience with P/T Contract processes.

Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, and procedures regarding contract development and administration.

Demonstrated experience initiating and successfully completing projects.

Understanding of the differences between professional/technical contracts, equity select contracts, master contracts, grant contracts, and other types of contractual agreements.

Demonstrated project management skills including the ability to meet deadlines, maintain organization, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to build partnerships and obtain cooperation from staff and external stakeholders.

Knowledge of/experience with Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT).

Accomplished leadership skills to effectively coach, train and lead peers in problem-solving and project management.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.