Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Mental Health Job Classification Title Contract Specialist I (NS) Position Number 65038308 Grade NC14 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work The Contract Specialist manages the day-to-day maintenance of multiple individual contracts. This position is responsible for ensuring contracts, amendments, agreements, and budget realignments are executed accurately, compliantly, and on time across the Substance Use Block Grant's portfolio of service contracts. The role contributes to standardized processes, guides others through the contract life cycle, and works closely with program, finance, and compliance teams to ensure the efficient execution of contracts.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $52,592 -$92,036 Recruitment Range: $52,592 -$76,220 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred. General familiarity with federal block grant requirements (45 CFR 96).
General familiarity with Uniform Administrative Requirements (2 CFR 200). Possession of North Carolina Contract Manager certification (NCCM). Position is 100% funded through federal funds. Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date About the NC Division of Mental Health (DMH): The North Carolina Department of Mental Health provides quality support to achieve self-determination for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and quality services to promote treatment and recovery for individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders.
Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Supplemental Contact Information : The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.
We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all de