Description of Work

***Position is Time -Limited for 48 months***
The Data and Contracts Specialist performs data retrieval from large data sets, including, but not limited to, state and federal databases that can help ORH management evaluate program efficacy and areas for quality improvement. This position coordinates with ORH program managers to finalize performance measures, monitors data collection and ensures that efforts meet standards of providing access to quality care that is satisfactory to end users and grantees. The Data and Contracts Specialist engages in trend analyses to assist ORH leadership in making budget and service decisions, develops reports and presentations for administrative, technical, and non-technical audiences that ultimately inform NCDHHS, NC General Assembly, academic institutions, or ORH stakeholders about the performance of specific programs. Other duties include:

• Ensure all contractors are monitored according to ORH, DHHS, state, and federal guidelines.
• Enter contract information in OSBM’s database and ORH’s tracking databases.
• Monitor and record expenditures and accurately input in the state’s contract management system.
• Submit approved invoices for accurate payment related to contracts and amendments.
• Communicate with contractors via phone, email, and/or site visits to monitor contractor’s budget, expenditure reports, grant goals, performance measures, and other agreed upon deliverables according to the ORH monitoring plan.
• Adapt to project constraints and resolving problems in a team environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed.

Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Demonstrated knowledge of contracts and the contracting process, specifically the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200.
• Knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and concepts (GAAP), specifically accounts payable
• Fundamental knowledge negotiating new contracts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement regulations, contract documents and legal specifications.
• Proven experience managing contracts from initiation through to closure, including preparing contract amendments, extensions, and terminations
• Adapt to project constraints and resolving problems in team environment.
• Documented experience with risk assessment on contractual terms and conditions to resolve client complaints and concerns.
• Meticulous organizational skills including the ability to multi-task on several projects simultaneously

• Experience with implementing high quality services that are cost effective in underserved communities.
• Demonstrated data management skills and experience with leading data collection and reporting.
• Experience in performance-based contracting, sub-receipt monitoring, and DHHS Open Window.
• Experience conducting risk analyses and assessments for medium to large scale projects.
• Experience in the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) and eProcurement.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, political science, business administration, public administration or related field, from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience related to the specific program assignment;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.