DPS Contract Specialist
This position is responsible for the development of contractual policy and procedure for Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) implementation/execution and identifies opportunities for continuous improvements to the Agency's Professional/Technical (P/T) contract policies and business processes. This position is responsible to provide oversight and approval for the development of contractual agreements within the DPS divisions as directed or assigned, interacts with all levels of agency personnel, provides analysis and policy direction on contract management issues, and develops and presents reports and analysis to agency leadership and other state officials when needed or requested. This position is responsible for ensuring statewide procurement policies and standards are met in the development of P/T contracts.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Three* (3) years of professional experience in the following areas:
- Experience with State and/or Federal contract and procurement laws, policies, and procedures.
- Experience drafting/developing and servicing a variety of contracts.
- Creating, updating, maintaining agency standards regarding contracting activities.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, etc.
- Experience analyzing and evaluating risks related to contracting.
*A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field may substitute for 12 months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in Minnesota's Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) including contract procurement modules, reporting and OBIEE queries.
- Advanced professional knowledge in negotiations, contract terminations, renewal, and policy development.
- Experience conducting legal research particularly as it pertains to contracts and State statutes, rules, and Federal regulations and funding sources including the Uniform Guidance and the Federal Acquisitions Requirement (FAR).
- Experience resolving contract disputes and recommending solutions to complex problems.
- Successfully develop complex and novel contracts with multiple parties.
- Continuous improvement, project management and coordination of contracting processes and people.
- Experience establishing Internal controls over contracts.
Physical Requirements
Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:
- Criminal History
- Reference Check
Application Details
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us or 651-201-7296.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us.
About Public Safety Dept
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.