IT Contracts Specialist - EHRA

Agency
Department of Information Technology

Division
Chief Deputy SCIO

Job Classification Title
IT Contracts Specialist (NS)

Position Number
60087279

Grade
DT06

About Us

The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT's mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet.

Description of Work
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

About the Division:
The Statewide IT Procurement Office within the North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) provides centralized, cost-effective acquisition of information technology goods and services for state agencies. The office establishes statewide IT procurement policies and procedures, ensures compliance with state laws and standards, and reviews or approves technology procurements across participating agencies. Through its authority outlined in state statute, the division supports responsible purchasing, promotes consistency, and helps agencies secure the technology solutions needed to serve North Carolinians efficiently and securely.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:

• Experience in purchasing or procurement operations for state or federal government
• Experience negotiating contracts

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Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

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.

Recruiter:
Tajia Monae Shatia Brown

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