Rural Health Transformation Grants/Contracts Officer - DMS

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

• THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.*

Join the Mission: Shape the Future of Rural Health in Idaho!

Are you a procurement professional who thrives on organization and impact? Do you love the Idaho outdoors and want to ensure our rural communities have the healthcare they deserve? The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare, Division of Management Services, is seeking two full-time, limited-service, motivated Rural Health Transformation Grants/Contracts Officers to join our Contracts and Procurement Services (CAPS) team in downtown Boise to support the Rural Health Transformation program.

We are looking for individuals that are

• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to team dynamics
• Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable navigating changing conditions
• An excellent communicator with written, editing, analytical, and oral communication skills
• Skilled at breaking down complex contracting concepts into jargon-free explanations
• Self-driven, customer focused, and committed to consistency and accuracy
• Committed to compliance with rules and regulations and have the technical knowledge to back it up.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

• Build your professional network as a liaison between contract managers, monitors, contractors, subgrantees, state and federal agencies.
• Hone your skills by developing a wide variety of bidding documents (Requests for Proposals-RFP, Requests for Quotations-RFQ, and Invitation to Bid-ITB), contract Scope of Work, Cost and Billing procedures, Reporting requirements and other contract documents in collaboration with contract managers and monitors.
• Demonstrate your subject matter expertise by leading Department staff in the creation of an assortment of procurements.
• Use your business acumen to evaluate and analyze statistical and financial information relating to the solicitation process and contracts.
• Share your knowledge by providing technical assistance and training for department staff on all things procurement related.
• Join a team with a “People First” mindset.
• Be close to the heart of state government in our convenient downtown location.

This position may be eligible for limited telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.

This is a limited-service position. Length of limited-service appointments are determined by the availability of funds such as grants, alternative funding sources and/or timeframes such as pilot projects, alternative funding sources or program termination.

BENEFITS

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
• Employee assistance program

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Implement a landmark, 5-year, multimillion-dollar federal grant revitalizing rural healthcare access across Idaho.
• Handle advanced and complex assignments with independence and good judgment.
• Guide internal customers on the appropriate procurement path.
• Develop subgrants and contracts.
• Have a familiarity with the State of Idaho Procurement Act and IDAPA.
• Analyze and explain legal, risk, and business considerations.
• Develop, post, and review solicitations for responsiveness.
• Perform related work to support efficient and compliant operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Experience developing grants or contracts including identifying goals and timetables and determining program needs and funding. Typically requires at least one year of experience preparing grant or contract applications including assessing and determining program needs and funding, identifying goals and establishing timetables, and negotiating terms and conditions OR at least one year of experience providing technical assistance in all aspects of grant or contract development.
• Experience monitoring and evaluating grant or contract activities and expenditures. Typically requires at least one year of experience monitoring and evaluating grant or contract activities for compliance with grant or contract provisions, laws and regulations AND evaluating appropriateness of expenditures for contract activities OR at least one year of experience evaluating requests for proposals (RFPs), recommending proposal awards, negotiating final proposal provisions and reviewing proposal activities for compliance/conformance OR providing technical assistance in all three areas (grants, contracts, and proposals).
• Experience interpreting laws, regulations, and policies and advising on their requirements. Typically requires at least one year of experience interpreting and applying laws, reviewing information or documents for compliance with laws and regulations or explaining to others how laws and regulations apply to specific situations.
• Experience evaluating statistical and financial information and developing reports of findings. Typically requires at least one year of experience evaluating and analyzing statistical and financial information and preparing narrative or statistical reports of findings.

Learn About a Career with DHW

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EMAIL: [email protected]

PHONE: (208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Work Location: In person