Contract Specialist

Description CONTRACT SPECIALIST for Aging and Adult Services of Coastal Washington (AASCW) based in Aberdeen, WA Duties The Contract Specialist is responsible for the development of contracted services necessary to meet AASCW's state and federal contract obligations and provides contracts management. Ensures that internal contracting policies and procedures comply with fund source requirements. Conducts public procurement processes. Negotiates contract terms and develops statements of work. Monitors contractor operational performance. Provides technical support to staff, contractors and community partners that is constructive and collaborative. Works within a team framework to meet goals for contracts management. Represents the agency to the community, contractors, and other groups in a professional manner. The Contract Specialist serves as designated lead for specific programs, funded through Medicaid, Older Americans Act, WA Cares Fund, and other fund sources. Programs may include Home Care, Nutrition, Community Options Program Entry Systems (COPES) Ancillary services, and/or other programs. Occasional travel is required. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in liberal arts or social /health sciences and minimum of three years’ experience in an administrative planning position, preferably in the human service field, focused on services in a community setting. Experience working in the field of community-based long-term care, social services planning and management, aging and/or disability services, and/or human services. Experience managing government and private contracts. Experience conducting competitive bidding processes. Experience in assessing compliance. Experience in provision of technical support to contractors. Requires current WDL & insured vehicle. Supplemental Information $67,098 to $88,039 annually. 40 hrs./wk. Non-Exempt. Benefits include: 12 paid holidays per year, paid annual and sick leave accrual, WA PERS pension plan, medical plan including vision, dental plan, EAP counseling, life and AD&D insurance. Apply by 10/09/2026 by 5:00 pm (PST) to be included in the first review. Open until filled. For job description, application, full benefit information & salary chart, visit https://www.coastaladultservices.org/get-involved/employment or call (360) 207-0966 AASCW is an EEOE. More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amoun…

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