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REVISED\ \ OPEN UNTIL FILLED\ \ Salary Grade: 15\ \ Pay Range:\ Hiring Range: \$66,536 - \$79,843 Annually\ Full Range: \$66,536 - \$93,150 Annually\ \ Salary offers are based on the candidate\'s equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.\ \ The Pima County Health Department is in search of a results-oriented professional with a solid background in management, contracts, grants management, budgeting, forecasting, and/or procurement. This individual will be responsible for managing a staff of one to two direct reports as well as, drafting, negotiating, and reviewing grant applications, grant amendments, contracts, sub-awards, and sub-recipient agreements for the Health Department. Collaborating with various County departments such as Procurement, Grants Management, and Innovation, the incumbent will ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations while contributing to the effective implementation of programs addressing health needs in Pima County.\ \ The first review of applications will be on 10/18/2024.**

Duties/Responsibilities

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the departments need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Leads the development, negotiation, and execution of contracts with external vendors, service providers, and stakeholders;
• Ensures compliance with legal, financial, and performance requirements throughout the contract lifecycle;
• Fosters strong relationships with internal departments, government agencies, community organizations, and contractors to facilitate effective communication and collaboration;
• Addresses concerns, provides guidance, and resolves conflicts to maintain productive partnerships;
• Manages financial aspects of contracts, including budget allocation, expenditure tracking, and cost analysis, identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficiencies, and revenue generation while maintaining quality service delivery;
• Develops and implements performance metrics, benchmarks, and evaluation criteria to assess contract outcomes and service delivery standards;
• Directs and supervises an accounting staff engaged in the budgetary, accounting and financial aspects of the department;
• Identifies potential risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance issues associated with contracts, developing risk mitigation strategies, contingency plans, and compliance protocols to minimize exposure and ensure regulatory compliance;
• Stays abreast of legislative changes, industry trends, and best practices related to public service contracting;
• Develops and recommends policies, procedures, and guidelines to enhance contract management practices and align with organizational objectives;
• Reviews and approves payment for demands, travel requests, travel claims and requisitions for supplies and petty cash claims;
• Prepares comprehensive reports, presentations, and documentation related to contract status, performance metrics, financial analysis, and compliance activities, presenting findings to senior management, governing bodies, and stakeholders as required.

Minimum Qualifications

(1) A bachelors degree from an accredited university or college in business or public administration, finance, operations management, or a closely-related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND four years of experience managing a public service program involving research and budget INCLUDING one year of supervisory experience. (Supervisory experience may be concurrent with work experience.)

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

(2) Four years with Pima County in a Contract Supervisor, Maintenance Contract Services Manager, or closely-related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the \"Education\" and Work Experience\" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write \"see resume\" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications:(Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):\ \

Experience managing, training, and mentoring staff.

Experience managing procurement a