Procurement Contracts Officer

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $29.859 Job Posting: JR2026-00030389 Procurement Contracts Officer (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services, is hiring for our next Procurement Contracts Officer in Lincoln! This position is part of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a significant federal initiative focused on strengthening and improving health care services in rural communities across the nation. This program provides a unique opportunity to modernize rural health care, expand access to services, and create more sustainable health care systems for the future. Nebraska is among the states selected to participate in this initiative through funding from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Working for the State of Nebraska's Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is more than just a job—it's a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. Public service provides an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities across the state. At DHHS, we take pride in our mission of "Helping People Live Better Lives," and every team member plays a vital role in delivering programs and services. Choosing a career in public service means embracing a purpose-driven path, fostering positive change, and upholding the values that make Nebraska a great place to live and thrive. Examples of Work Oversee the development and administration of Request for Applications (RFAs), draft and execute Statements of Work (SOWs), Direct Service contracts, and subawards related to the Rural Health Transformation Program. Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) may also be included. Research and development of complex scope of services for a number of contracts and subawards, ensuring compliance with federal grant terms (such as Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200), State Statutes, rules, regulations, and departmental policies. Portfolio management of contract and subaward bases, tracking the lifecycle from pre-award execution to closeout. Provide research for and facilitate contract/subaward negotiations, aid in vendor and subrecipient selection, monitor legal and regulatory requirements, and coordinate procurement and pass-through award activities for complex projects. Assist in implementing sourcing strategies to ensure sustainable cost and/or cost avoidance savings, fiscal responsibility, and best value across all contractual obligations. Interact with program staff, legal counsel, contract managers, and subrecipients to ensure deliverables, performance milestones, and deadlines are met. Review of invoices, expenditure reports, and supporting documentation against approved budgets. Facilitate the subaward and contract closeout process. Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification. Requirements/Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, procurement, supply/inventory operations or related field AND five years procurement experience. Experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with federal grants, scope of work, service contracts, especially government contracting, or other procurement activities. Experience in recommending and applying policies, and procedures, problem resolution, coordinating projects. Other: Regular and reliable attendance required. Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge and proper execution of the State’s policies and procedures. Knowledge of basic accounting, and procurement practices; Ability to r…

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