Central Contract Administrator Manager
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Salary
$91,320.00 - $118,728.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
FAA00212-06/09/26
Department
Department of Public Health & Environment
Division
Administration Division
Opening Date
06/09/2026
Closing Date
6/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
simmone.porter@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
ABOUT US:
At The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) we are dedicated to the Colorado for All philosophy - working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
We support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status, or any other visible or invisible identity. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business needs: 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246
Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
CDPHE offers:
Free parking and access to RTD bus lines.
Flexible working arrangements
Retirement ( PERA options), Medical and dental health plans (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year and generous personal time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness programs
Professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Description of Job
The Work Unit:
This work unit exists in the Procurement and Contracts Section and provides central procurement and contract formation services to the divisions within the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The Procurement and Contracts Section exists to provide contract and solicitation planning, direction, coordination and oversight to Division leadership, the Division's programmatic staff and other stakeholders both internal and external to the CDPHE. The Section serves as the subject matter experts on all procurement and contracting development for the department.
What You Will Do:
This position is a permanent, full-time position that serves as a Contract Administrator. In accordance with the department's Procurement and Contracts Section contracts and procurement standards, this position performs a full range of contractual, and analysis services to the Department, which includes drafting, compiling and routing full contract packages, compliance drafting and revising statements of work (SOW) that accurately reflect program work plans, reviewing vendor agreements, reviewing redlines to PO and contract terms and conditions, creating purchase orders, reviewing waiver requests, providing consultation and guidance to program staff to ensure understanding and adherence to federal and state requirements, assisting with the development of standards, guidance and tools to support customers, collaborating with assigned Division's compliance, fiscal, and program staff to efficiently and effectively process contracts, purchase orders, and other agreements in a timely manner, and making recommendations to the program managers to ensure complete and appropriate utilization of funds in contracts. This position is typically responsible for training other staff on contract and purchasing policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract Administration Management
Statement of Work Development Management
Supervision
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
H1H5XXCONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR V (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4aeTlNDWGRhQVF2cEU/view?resourcekey=0-CQ3QnIeZZl4rshEWUay1gA)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: NOTE: An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience. Experience Only:
Eight (8) years of relevant experience in contracting or contract management including compliance, fiscal provisions, statements of work, and solicitations.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education in business, finance, public health, or a closely related field and/or relevant experience in contracting or contract management including compliance, fiscal provisions, statements of work, and solicitations equal to eight (8) years
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of the application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:
Knowledge and experience with State of Colorado Fiscal and Procurement Rules
Experience working in Colorado's financial system (CORE)
Experience planning and developing a contract and all the major components of a contract
Experience prioritizing work, planning and organizing work assignments, and managing and organizing multiple projects at the same time
Knowledge of the components of a Scope of Work including project description, performance requirements/deliverables, budget, invoicing, and monitoring.
Experience training team members, colleagues, or constituents
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
A complete application packet must include:
Completed State of Colorado application.
If using education to qualify for this position a copy of your transcripts (unofficial acceptable) or diploma must be provided with application. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
The Selection Process:
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E-Verify:
CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
ADAAA Accommodations:
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at cdphe_benefits@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.
Employer
State of Colorado
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