Working Title: Professional and Technical Contract Specialist

Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior

Agency: Corrections Dept

• Job ID : 84028

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 02/12/2025

• Closing Date : 02/25/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corr-Ctl Off-Comm Svc-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Corrections - Central Office / PT Contracts

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually

• 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

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.

The Department of Corrections is hiring a Contract Analyst to coordinate and evaluate the entire contracting process in accordance with all laws, regulations, and mandates for the Department. This position reviews, approves and executes contracts included but not limited to Request for Proposals (RFPs), Master Contracts and work orders, Professional/Technical Contracts, Joint Power Agreements (JPA), Interagency Agreements, etc. This individual will work with program staff to define the scope of work, complete all related forms and documentation associated with the development of contracts, and assist in negotiating, researching, and problem-solving contract related issues. Provide technical assistance, training, monitoring, and general consultation for DOC staff related to the professional and technical contract process.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• Two (2) years of experience in contract administration, including drafting or reviewing contracts.*An Associates degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field may substitute for six (6) months of experience, a Bachelors degree in a field above may substitute for one (1) year of experience, a Masters degree in a field above may substitute for 18 months of experience.

• Experience reading, comprehending, researching and analyzing statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines in order to interpret and apply these to individual circumstances.

• Experience with project management, including leading processes with tight timelines, adjusting to changing priorities, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Completion of an advanced degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

• Experience preparing, managing, and analyzing contracts.

• Experience preparing or managing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or other solicitation process.

• Experience procuring services including drafting, reviewing, interpreting and providing guidance on contracts.

• Experience with the State of Minnesota’s SWIFT (State-Wide Integrated Financial Tools) system.

• Experience with public sector procurement and contracting processes.

• Experience with professional technical contracts, interagency agreements and other contracts.

• Experience with the Minnesota Department of Administration’s Office of Procurement and the Office of Equity in Procurement requirements, policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email Ali Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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.