Vendor Coordinator

Job TitleResponsible for maintaining Agency vendor and contract records.Job SummaryReceives and screens vendorization inquires, provides information in accordance with law and Agency policy. Receives and reviews completed applications, checks and routes. Verifies vendor licenses and credentials, maintains tickler systems for periodic review, as appropriate. Notifies vendors, concerned staff and DDS of approved vendorizations, rate actions and other changes. Assigns vendor numbers, establishes and maintains paper files and computer databases on all vendors. Provides analysis of vendor applications to ensure compliance with applicable statute, regulations, and Agency policy. Receives, tracks and monitors for completion, vendor contracts. Prepares memos, reports and correspondence as related to the contract and vendorization functions. Performs general clerical work, as assigned. Maintains and updates SANDIS, UFS, contract database and the rate table as needed. Creates, maintains and updates a report of all contracts and vendorization requests and projects.Employment StandardsAny combination equivalent to or likely to provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A high school education and three years of related experience.Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of general office practices and procedures. Organization, detail-oriented, documentation/tracking, follow-through, computer database management, general computer skills, communication of complex information, accurate and rapid typing, ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people. Basic skills and experience in Accounting, Computer software MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel.BenefitsWe offer employees a variety of health and dental plans.Health Insurance - NLACRC pays the full cost of coverage for certain Medical plans for employee only. We also provide a generous contribution to additional plans that the employee may select for employee only or employee and dependents costs.Dental Insurance – NLACRC pays the full cost of the Dental DMO Plan for employees and eligible dependents. We also offer a Dental PPO plan with a low employee monthly contribution for employees and eligible dependentsPre-Tax Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care expensesPre-Tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for eligible dependent care expensesNo cost Life, Accidental Death & Disability, Long Term Disability Insurance for employeesNo cost Vision plan for employees and eligible dependentsRetirement plan - NLACRC is a member of CalPERS which is a defined benefit plan that provides a monthly retirement allowance for eligible employeesNLACRC offers two (2) deferred compensation plans - 457 and 403(b)Participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programPaid Time Off – Eligible for 3 weeks of accrued vacation in the first year, 8 hours per month sick time, education, wellness and sabbatical timeHolidays – NLACRC offers 12 paid holidays throughout the yearMost positions are offered a hybrid – remote optionPlease note that benefit costs are pro-rated for part-time employees.Professional Development Opportunities & GrowthNLACRC values the professional development of staff! Variety of career paths for entry-level management positions for those seeking leadership opportunities in the social services field.Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt NLACRC, we value and celebrate diversity! In September 2021, NLACRC launched an initiative to enhance and strengthen our commitment to diversity and belonging.This position is non-exempt. Regular Salary: $21.27 - $30.06 per hour. Starting salary is typically between the $21.27 and $23.48 of the range, depending on internal equity and experience. The actual amount offered within the posted salary/pay rate range will depend on a variety of factors, including degree obtained/education, experience, skills and abilities, and other relevant job-related factors. The lower end of salary range applies to candidates who meet minimum qualifications or have limited years of relevant experience; the higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of direct relevant experience. NLACRC is an equal opportunity employer. Further, NLACRC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.