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“Helping every Washington resident live, work, drive, and thrive.
” We are dedicated to growing a culture of belonging through our values: Respect | Trust | Diversity | Inclusion | Equity At the Department of Licensing (DOL), we work hard to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected.
Employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work, create value for our customers and help build trust in our government.
Our Administrative Services Division (ASD) is currently recruiting for a Senior Contracts Specialist with the ability to ensure contracts and purchases are aligned with the Governor’s initiative for increased diverse business inclusion to join their Support Services Team.
We are one of the most public facing state agencies and the second largest revenue generating agency in Washington State.
We regularly interact with over 6 million Washington residents.
We advance public safety and consumer protection through licensing, regulation, and education, and collect nearly $3.
3 billion in revenue.
The services we provide are essential to our customers’ ability to live, work, drive, and thrive and we are committed to ensuring every resident has equitable and meaningful access to our services.
Do you have expert level experience managing and executing complex, and high value IT contracts, procurement needs? If so, please read on! The Support Services Team is a strategic business partner, contributing to DOL's excellence through professional knowledge and guidance in procurement & contracting activities.
They ensure agency risk is managed through compliance with state and federal law, policy, procedures, administrative rules and Executive Orders as well as operational efficiencies, effectiveness, and best practices for public procurements.
Duties As the Senior Contracts Specialist, you will primarily provide expert specialized consultation services, administration, and oversight of the agency's major strategic initiatives for procurement and contracting activities for complex, high value IT purchases.
With your knowledge and expertise in government contracts you will leverage business best practices to optimize economic return to the agency while ensuring contracts and purchases are aligned with the Governor’s initiative for increased diverse business inclusion.
You will serve as internal and external contact regarding system and service requirements and coordinate issues across multiple technology disciplines.
Utilizing your insight of procurement law and best practice you will ascertain solutions for obstacles or problems related to procurements and contracts for which no policies and procedures exist.
This work will determine how DOL will meet multiple mutually supporting and interdependent complex procurements simultaneously and consecutively.
Some of you will do: Consult and collaborate with agency leaders on IT procurement and contracting.
Develop, modify, and adapt procurement and contracting policies, processes, tasks, and procedures to accommodate specialized or unique situations.
Facilitate the evaluation process and lead the negotiation of vendor contract awards.
Consult and support agency contract managers in performance management of contracts.
Determine what procurement authority and methodology is best for the requested commodity or service and facilitate the process.
Partner with the contract manager and business program area subject matter experts to establish the appropriate contract structures.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and partner with our Contracts and Procurement Assistant Administrator on the creation and implementation of any upcoming legislatively mandated contracts, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications What you will bring to the position (Required Qualifications): Six (6) years of experience: Organizing, creating, and guiding multiple high-dollar IT and service procurements simultaneously to include but not limited to federal funding, state funding and grants.
Applying excellent communication skills to include a demonstrated ability to clearly explain objectives, strategies, rules, policies, or procedures in a way that ensures understanding and cooperation with diverse audiences.
Providing outstanding customer service skills with experience building and maintaining internal and external customer satisfaction.
With work requiring attention to detail and a high degree of organization and a demonstrated high degree of professionalism.
Six (6) years demonstrated experience and proficiency in Microsoft office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, etc.
Four (4) years of combined education and experience negotiating, administering, and terminating contracts, contract cost/price analysis, contract compliance administration, organizing, creating, and guiding multiple high-dollar IT and service procurements simultaneously or Bachelors degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business or Public Administration, business law, commerce, mathematics, statistics, economics or closely allied field.
Experience using knowledge, credibility, and effective partnering to identify, evaluate, and provide innovative and highly effective solutions for agency leaders and executive management with a risk/reward analysis in technically complex procurement and contracting situations or in exceptionally sensitive legal or political circumstances.
Experience can be obtained concurrently.
Education to experience equivalency Associate's degree = 2 years Bachelor’s degree = 4 years Master's degree = 5 years What may help set you apart (Preferred Qualifications): Additional years of demonstrated experience in public procurement and contracting for information technology goods and services (software licensing, hardware, or services contracts).
Knowledge of Washington state laws and regulations governing government contracting.
Knowledge of IT contracting, licensing, and data privacy regulations/laws and best practices.
Experience working with subject matter experts, program managers, and stakeholders and using Lean concepts and tools to review, develop, and implement business processes, which result in faster and more efficient service delivery to customers.
Additional Requirements of Employment: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
DOL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
For information about available accommodations, the interview process, or the position contact Dawn Loduha.
Supplemental Information Come join us in changing the way government delivers services and help build a legacy of commitment to and excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion! How to Apply: Select the apply button at the top of this job announcement.
Include three (3) profession references in your profile, or attach them using the "add attachments" option.
Using the "Add Attachments" button attach your: Resume A cover letter explaining your experience as it relates to this position and why you are interested in this opportunity.
You must ensure all application areas, including supplemental questions, are completed in full, otherwise your application may be considered incomplete.
A paycheck is just part of a total compensation package.
We offer some of the nation’s best benefits.
We value diverse perspectives and life experiences.
We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans.
We value the unique traits and attributes that each employee brings to the job.
Through the diverse perspectives of an inclusive workforce, we will create a more respectful, productive, and unified team to better serve the public of Washington.
Veteran/Military Spouse Preference Notice To take advantage of veteran/military spouse preference, please email the Recruitment Team.
Include the title of this position in the subject line.
The Washington State Department of Licensing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.
Persons requiring accommodation in the application process, during the recruitment process, or who need this job announcement in an alternative format, may contact the Human Resources Office at 360-902-4000 or may email HRRecruit@dol.
wa.
gov.
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call our ASL interpreter via Video Phone at 360.
339.
7344.
” We are dedicated to growing a culture of belonging through our values: Respect | Trust | Diversity | Inclusion | Equity At the Department of Licensing (DOL), we work hard to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected.
Employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work, create value for our customers and help build trust in our government.
Our Administrative Services Division (ASD) is currently recruiting for a Senior Contracts Specialist with the ability to ensure contracts and purchases are aligned with the Governor’s initiative for increased diverse business inclusion to join their Support Services Team.
We are one of the most public facing state agencies and the second largest revenue generating agency in Washington State.
We regularly interact with over 6 million Washington residents.
We advance public safety and consumer protection through licensing, regulation, and education, and collect nearly $3.
3 billion in revenue.
The services we provide are essential to our customers’ ability to live, work, drive, and thrive and we are committed to ensuring every resident has equitable and meaningful access to our services.
Do you have expert level experience managing and executing complex, and high value IT contracts, procurement needs? If so, please read on! The Support Services Team is a strategic business partner, contributing to DOL's excellence through professional knowledge and guidance in procurement & contracting activities.
They ensure agency risk is managed through compliance with state and federal law, policy, procedures, administrative rules and Executive Orders as well as operational efficiencies, effectiveness, and best practices for public procurements.
Duties As the Senior Contracts Specialist, you will primarily provide expert specialized consultation services, administration, and oversight of the agency's major strategic initiatives for procurement and contracting activities for complex, high value IT purchases.
With your knowledge and expertise in government contracts you will leverage business best practices to optimize economic return to the agency while ensuring contracts and purchases are aligned with the Governor’s initiative for increased diverse business inclusion.
You will serve as internal and external contact regarding system and service requirements and coordinate issues across multiple technology disciplines.
Utilizing your insight of procurement law and best practice you will ascertain solutions for obstacles or problems related to procurements and contracts for which no policies and procedures exist.
This work will determine how DOL will meet multiple mutually supporting and interdependent complex procurements simultaneously and consecutively.
Some of you will do: Consult and collaborate with agency leaders on IT procurement and contracting.
Develop, modify, and adapt procurement and contracting policies, processes, tasks, and procedures to accommodate specialized or unique situations.
Facilitate the evaluation process and lead the negotiation of vendor contract awards.
Consult and support agency contract managers in performance management of contracts.
Determine what procurement authority and methodology is best for the requested commodity or service and facilitate the process.
Partner with the contract manager and business program area subject matter experts to establish the appropriate contract structures.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and partner with our Contracts and Procurement Assistant Administrator on the creation and implementation of any upcoming legislatively mandated contracts, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications What you will bring to the position (Required Qualifications): Six (6) years of experience: Organizing, creating, and guiding multiple high-dollar IT and service procurements simultaneously to include but not limited to federal funding, state funding and grants.
Applying excellent communication skills to include a demonstrated ability to clearly explain objectives, strategies, rules, policies, or procedures in a way that ensures understanding and cooperation with diverse audiences.
Providing outstanding customer service skills with experience building and maintaining internal and external customer satisfaction.
With work requiring attention to detail and a high degree of organization and a demonstrated high degree of professionalism.
Six (6) years demonstrated experience and proficiency in Microsoft office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, etc.
Four (4) years of combined education and experience negotiating, administering, and terminating contracts, contract cost/price analysis, contract compliance administration, organizing, creating, and guiding multiple high-dollar IT and service procurements simultaneously or Bachelors degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business or Public Administration, business law, commerce, mathematics, statistics, economics or closely allied field.
Experience using knowledge, credibility, and effective partnering to identify, evaluate, and provide innovative and highly effective solutions for agency leaders and executive management with a risk/reward analysis in technically complex procurement and contracting situations or in exceptionally sensitive legal or political circumstances.
Experience can be obtained concurrently.
Education to experience equivalency Associate's degree = 2 years Bachelor’s degree = 4 years Master's degree = 5 years What may help set you apart (Preferred Qualifications): Additional years of demonstrated experience in public procurement and contracting for information technology goods and services (software licensing, hardware, or services contracts).
Knowledge of Washington state laws and regulations governing government contracting.
Knowledge of IT contracting, licensing, and data privacy regulations/laws and best practices.
Experience working with subject matter experts, program managers, and stakeholders and using Lean concepts and tools to review, develop, and implement business processes, which result in faster and more efficient service delivery to customers.
Additional Requirements of Employment: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
DOL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
For information about available accommodations, the interview process, or the position contact Dawn Loduha.
Supplemental Information Come join us in changing the way government delivers services and help build a legacy of commitment to and excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion! How to Apply: Select the apply button at the top of this job announcement.
Include three (3) profession references in your profile, or attach them using the "add attachments" option.
Using the "Add Attachments" button attach your: Resume A cover letter explaining your experience as it relates to this position and why you are interested in this opportunity.
You must ensure all application areas, including supplemental questions, are completed in full, otherwise your application may be considered incomplete.
A paycheck is just part of a total compensation package.
We offer some of the nation’s best benefits.
We value diverse perspectives and life experiences.
We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans.
We value the unique traits and attributes that each employee brings to the job.
Through the diverse perspectives of an inclusive workforce, we will create a more respectful, productive, and unified team to better serve the public of Washington.
Veteran/Military Spouse Preference Notice To take advantage of veteran/military spouse preference, please email the Recruitment Team.
Include the title of this position in the subject line.
The Washington State Department of Licensing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.
Persons requiring accommodation in the application process, during the recruitment process, or who need this job announcement in an alternative format, may contact the Human Resources Office at 360-902-4000 or may email HRRecruit@dol.
wa.
gov.
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call our ASL interpreter via Video Phone at 360.
339.
7344.
• Phone : (360) 902-4000
• Location : Olympia, WA
• Post ID: 9056302245
