Contract Administration Specialist

4-4 yrs required

Contract, Full-time

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Contract Administration Specialist - Help Make a Positive Difference in People's Lives!

Contract Administration Specialist Needed at PATH in Los Angeles County

Join the Mission-Driven Team at PATH and Make a Difference in People's Lives

Salary: to per hour
Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year
Full Time
Non-Exempt
Driving Required

PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our Quality Assurance & Compliance team as the Contract Administration Specialist at our RHC Office. In this role, you will be responsible for contract administration, including drafting, preparing, processing, and tracking contracts and amendments for PATH with its funders and subcontractors. You will also be responsible for administering contracts and grant data in PATH's contract management system.

Why Work for Us?
At PATH, we are driven by our mission and values, and your contributions will make a real difference in people's lives. On average, we help 23 people per week find a place to live, and we are dedicated to advocating for change and working with influential people to effect policy changes. We prioritize work/life balance and offer various scheduling options, generous time off, and health and wellness benefits. We are also committed to helping you reach your potential by providing opportunities for professional growth across the state.

About PATH
Since 1984, PATH has been pioneering effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. We operate services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

About the Job
As the Contract Administration Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that PATH is able to effectively execute and track its government and public grant portfolio. Your responsibilities will include serving as an administrator for the contract management system, reviewing incoming program contracts and grants, collaborating with leadership to create contract boilerplates, drafting and tracking contracts and amendments, and conducting research on regulations governing funds received from government entities. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate contract data and processing information in the contract management system and preparing reports on contracting metrics for submission to leadership. Additionally, as a member of the Quality Assurance & Compliance team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively mitigating bias in internal and external systems and interactions.

What You Bring
We are looking for candidates who have strong analytical skills and attention to detail, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with others. You should also possess excellent communication skills, creativity and initiative, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and a strong ethical and professional mindset.

Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a legal field
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Paralegal certificate and/or a 2-4 year degree specializing in paralegal studies

Minimum Qualifications
- Four (4) years of related job function or non-profit industry experience, with a contracting certification or other relevant training certification/education required
- Government grant experience required; federal grant experience preferred

Mandatory Requirements
Regardless of qualifications, all candidates must:
- Have employment eligibility verification
- Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
- Successfully complete a tuberculosis test, background screening, and drug test as a condition of hire

Driving
Driving is an essential function of this position, and all candidates must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties. The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage is also required.

Employment Eligibility
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the . We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Flexible Work
As a California employer, all regular and customary work must be performed within the state. Approval for work outside of the office does not establish approval for work to be conducted outside of California.

What We Offer
In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.

Ready to Make a Difference Through Action?
If this position sounds like a fit for you, please submit your application today. A resume is required.

PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

At PATH, we are dedicated to racial and social justice, and we strive to center equity in our service delivery and maintain a diverse and inclusive work environment for the communities we serve. We seek awareness and insight from the stories of our clients and the experiences of our staff to ensure impactful systems change. By empowering our employees to bring their authentic, whole selves to work and fostering a sense of belonging, we can work together to end homelessness for all.

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Medical, dental, and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, retirement plan.

None specified.

Analytical, attention to detail, collaboration, teamwork, communication, creativity, initiative, critical thinking, problem solving, ethics, boundaries.

Master's degree in legal field preferred, BA degree in related field preferred, paralegal certificate and/or 2-4 year degree specializing in paralegal studies preferred.

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Qualification and Experience Master's degree in legal field preferred, BA degree in related field preferred, paralegal certificate and/or 2-4 year degree specializing in paralegal studies preferred.

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