Contracts Coordinator

Job Description Job Description ** Job Type: ** Contract 6 -12 months Job Description Position Purpose Under the direct supervision, the Contracts Coordinator position is responsible for the timely initiation, processing, and review of professional, business, and service-related contracts. The job entails task management, integration of information, interaction with staff and/or outside vendors and assimilation of resources necessary to procure services and products essential to the agency mission assignment. The incumbent performs work on contracts that are complex in scope, traditionally over $500,000 and involves coordinating with multiple units in the agency. Position works under limited supervision. Essential Functions May Include: - Assists the Professional Services Contracts Manager in developing, writing, processing, and managing the procurement of professional services contracts. Under direction of the Professional Services Contracts Manager, assures contracts are in accordance with State and Federal laws, as well as agency policies and procedures. Coordinates with the Office of Management Enterprise Services (OMES) on procurements such as information technology and sole source procurements. Accountable for the timely submission of agency professional services requests to OMES, as needed. Conduct procurement processes such as requesting 85.5.t exemptions from the State Purchasing Director, conduct Market Research, complete Data Use Agreements (DUAs), Interagency Agreements, Sole Sources, Statewide and State Use Contract Releases, Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Invitations to Bid (ITB). Responsible to develop contract documents, conduct procurement evaluation and award processes, monitor deadlines, request contract budgets, review and approve invoices for payment, and support implementation activities from a contractual standpoint. Complete Open Records Requests on assigned contracts. Coordinates with business owners to monitor assigned contracts. Serves as the primary contact point on contractual issues pertaining to assigned contracts. Participate and/or lead workgroup meetings to discuss operations and contractual topics related to assigned contracts. Responsible to maintain contract documentation including, but not limited to, signed contract documents, reports, corrective action plans, and transition plans. Develops contractual specifications with business owners by advising business owners of the following: - The contracting method that is applicable to the procurement. The legality and propriety of contract terms and conditions. Recommending revisions to comply with state and federal laws, and agency regulations. Participate in and lead workgroup meetings as part of the contract development process. Workgroups may include internal and external participants. Responsible to communicate with stakeholders professionally and effectively, such as: business owners, unit staff, Executive staff, vendors, OMES, etc. This includes, but is not limited to, routine communication on existing contracts' operational health, potential risks and issues, procurement deadlines and status, and invoicing. Assists and consults the Professional Services Contracts Manager in analyzing agency policies and procedures for the procurement of professional services contracts and interagency agreements and makes recommendations regarding necessary changes. Compiles and prepares regular reports of all relevant agency contract activity according to Federal, State, or agency requirements, and submits these reports within the established timelines. Regular and consistent attendance at the OHCA work site. Education and/or Experience: - 3 years of technical clerical work plus 1 year of experience involving procurement, purchasing, contracting, or acquisition OR an equivalent combination of education and experience substitution is allowed for the 3 years of technical clerical experience only Preferred Qualifications Include: - Certification as a Certified Procurement Officer that is current and in good standing Experience in Sooner Care programs Experience writing and editing legal and/or contractual documents Experience with procurement of professional services Information Technology experience Advanced education. Company Description 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico. Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives. As one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance. With a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients. TSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies. At TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed. Equal Opportunity Employer 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Company Description 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. (TSCTI) is one of the fastest-growing IT Services Integrators and Workforce Solutions providers in the United States. Founded in 1997, TSCTI is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with a workforce of 6,000+ professionals, including 600+ Cybersecurity Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), delivering mission-critical solutions across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico. Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, and McLean, VA, with 14 regional offices nationwide, TSCTI provides comprehensive solutions in Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Modernization, DevSecOps, Managed Services, Workforce Solutions, and Healthcare Staffing. We are a trusted partner to Federal, State, Local, Education (SLED), Healthcare, and Commercial organizations, delivering innovative technology and talent solutions that enable our clients to achieve their strategic objectives. As one of the nation's leading Healthcare Workforce Solutions providers, TSCTI supports federal healthcare systems, Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers, state and local healthcare agencies, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and commercial healthcare organizations. We recruit and place highly qualified healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties, including physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, behavioral health specialists, laboratory personnel, pharmacy professionals, and healthcare administrative staff. Our healthcare solutions ensure continuity of care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and regulatory compliance. With a strong commitment to quality and compliance, TSCTI operates through CMMI Level 3 (Development & Services) and ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified processes, ensuring consistent service excellence, operational maturity, and information security. Today, we proudly support 14 of the 15 Federal Executive Departments, 37 Federal agencies, 50 State governments, 115+ Local agencies, 37 School Districts, numerous healthcare organizations, and 80+ Fortune 500 and commercial clients. TSCTI has earned numerous industry recognitions, including being named among Forbes America's Best Large Employers, Forbes Best Employers for Veterans, Forbes Best Employers for Tech Workers, Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, and a 13-time Inc. 5000 honoree. The company has also been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work and continues to expand its capabilities through strategic innovation, acquisitions, and investments in emerging technologies. At TSCTI, our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented workplace where innovation thrives and careers flourish. Whether delivering cutting-edge technology solutions or connecting exceptional talent with meaningful careers, we consistently exceed our clients' expectations while empowering our employees to succeed. Equal Opportunity Employer 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr 22nd Century Technologies Inc. (TSCTI)