Government and Public Sector Contracts Supervising Associate

The opportunity   

Contracts Supervising Associate is responsible for providing contract management support for state and local government, educational systems, and non-profit organization (SLED) contracts.  Reviews solicitations, proposals, bids, contracts, contract modifications, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and subcontracting agreements.  Performs reviews of contracts and proposals for compliance with internal policies, procedures, Federal Acquisition Regulations and other regulations, and other local law as required.   Develops and maintains strong working relationships with government contracting officers and internal stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities 

• Supports the SLED team in managing contracts from inception through close-out
• Completes RFP reviews for compliance and risk assessments
• Coordinates review of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), HIPAA Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), Teaming Agreements (TAs), subcontracts and Requests for Proposals by the various risk mitigation teams (BRS/GCO)
• Provides support to the SLED team to help complete data calls and other tasks
• Responsible for various SLED required reporting (administrative fees, fair pay requirements, etc.)
• Provide reporting and administrative support for obtaining certificates of insurance, as well as high level monitoring of engagement team compliance activities
• Provide reporting and administrative support for all SLED contracts to include input of all key terms and reporting requirements
• Identifies contractual risks and issues and provides resolutions and recommends actions
• Use contract management tools, templates, methods and processes for engagements

Skills and attributes for success 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and apply firm policies and procedures quickly
• Ability to build relationships
• Leadership skills
• Ability to adjust quickly and adapt to changing priorities
• Discretion and professional demeanor
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills

To qualify you must have 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
• 3-5+ years of compliance, risk management, and contracts experience within government agencies
• Working knowledge of contract concepts and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and local legal and regulatory requirements
• Strong computer skills in MS Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as the ability to learn new computer applications
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance, as required

Ideally, you'll also have 

• Knowledge of public procurement processes
• Knowledge of public procurement processes are a plus
• Contract Management Certifications are a plus
• Deltek Costpoint experience is a plus

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.