Contract Specialist/Ombudsperson (FT), Yakima, WA

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People for People is hiring a full-time Contract Specialist/Ombudsperson for our Non-Profit organization located in Yakima, WA. 

Summary:  The Contract Specialist/Ombudsperson works with Transportation Providers as a liaison to assist with documentation and compliance ensuring timely submission of all deliverables. This position will assist with the Tracking and monitoring of Transportation Provider information to ensure the safe, reliable, cost-effective transportation of clients and Transportation Provider requirements including creating and maintaining files and databases, researching information, and communicating effectively with subcontractors to ensure People For People's compliance with the Health Care Authority.

This position will also be responsible as the Ombudsperson to resolve client/caller complaints regarding transportation providers/services.

Requirements: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Exceptional oral and written business communication skills as well as strong organizational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft integrated applications. Computer and database experience.
• Self-starter, independent worker, team player, and ability to multi-task.

• Strong planning and organizational skills to set priorities when managing multiple tasks requiring consistent accuracy.

   

Preferred:

• Two years' experience in the transportation industry, including vehicle inspections, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

   

Starting Wage:  $18.51/Hour plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary Range:  $18.51 - $24.15/Hour.

Benefits: 

• 13 Paid holidays
• 2 Weeks paid annual leave.
• Paid Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Savings Arrangement (FSA)
• Employer paid Group Term Life Insurance
  • Additional Group Term Life Insurance options available
• Employer paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Additional AD&D options available
• Employer paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• 401(K) Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution and Annual Base Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Up to 80 Hours Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• 401(K) Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution and Annual Base Contribution
• Individual Retirement Account (IRA) option also available
• Accident Insurance
• Identity Protection coverage available
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Up to 80 Hours Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Many other optional coverages are available through a local partner (Cancer Care, Short Term Disability, Hospital Insurance, etc.

   

Please apply on our website at www.pfp.org{rel="nofollow"}.  To be considered for this position, you must apply on our website and include all of the following documents:   Cover Letter, Resume and a People for People Application.  Only complete application packets will be considered.

Position may remain open until filled.

People For People is an equal opportunity employer/program and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national orig