Job description
We are looking for a Contract Officer to join our team in the Air, Energy and Mining Division at the Department of Environmental Quality. The Contract Officer is responsible for administering a cost-effective, professional contract and procurement administration program by ensuring fair competition, maximizing the purchasing value of public funds, and providing leadership and service for innovative, responsive and accountable public procurement. In coordination with program staff the Contract Officer will assist in soliciting, awarding, and managing federal awards made to the agency through the recently passed federal contracts and grants by Congress. The Contract Officer provides training and technical assistance to department staff in developing and managing contract documents annually. The Contract Officer plays a leadership role by:
addressing the needs of internal and external customers by confirming law and regulation and suggesting innovative solutions to improve processes;
mentoring project managers in the division on Request for Proposal (RFP) and contract development;
coordinating contract administration activities with DEQ legal unit, Department of Administration (DOA) Procurement Division and accounting staff; and
providing training on procurement and contracting writing, negotiations, administration and compliance monitoring.
At the Department of Environmental Quality, our mission is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. DEQ employees are the heart of our organization. We value the people and invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face. DEQ values – leadership, accountability, customer service, efficiency, excellence, and decision making – are fundamental to our work. Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality!
The Contract Officer position includes a career ladder for professional development and pay progression. This position may be eligible for occasional telework.
Minimum requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, communication, or related field.
- Two years of purchasing, technical writing, project management, contract administration, or other applicable experience.
Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this position.
Applications, including supplemental materials such as cover letter or resume, must be submitted through the State of Montana Careers site (https://statecareers.mt.gov/) by the closing date of the announcement.
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