IT Contracts Specialist - EHRA

IT Contracts Specialist (NS)

Salary Range: $65,607 - $98,412

The position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act. Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We currently have an opening for an IT Contracts Specialist! This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency's remote work program but does require weekly onsite work. The IT Contracts Specialist will be responsible for developing, reviewing, analyzing, evaluating and approving high-level, complex, and Project-designated IT requests and solicitation documents for State entities. This employee will utilize available procurement resources and best procurement practices and utilize technical writing skills and procurement lifecycle knowledge to review and approve documents developed by State entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviewing, editing, and making recommendations on IFB's, RFQ's and Amendments
• Overseeing the evaluation of offers and award recommendations
• Establishing and maintaining contracts
• Assisting in the resolution of contract disputes
• Interpreting applicable laws, rules, and policies to agency personnel, contractors and Vendors
• Conducting market research to stay abreast of changes in technology
• Building and maintaining strategic work relationships across multiple agencies and with external organizations, contractors, and vendors

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Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressively responsible experience in the area of procurement and contract administration related to the solicitation, negotiation, and award of contracts, preferably in information technology and/or public sector environments; OR Associate degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience in the area of procurement and contract administration related to the solicitation, negotiation, and award of contracts, preferably in information technology and/or public sector environments; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement: The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.