STANISLAUS COUNTY invites applications for the position of: Contracts Manager (Manager III) An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY: Hourly $31.34 - $47.02 Biweekly $2,507.20 - $3,761.60 Monthly $5,432.27 - $8,150.13 Annually $65,187.20 - $97,801.60 OPENING DATE: 03/16/16 CLOSING DATE: 04/07/16 05:00 PM ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT AND THE POSITION: This recruitment is being conducted to fill a vacancy for Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Department and establish an eligible list to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County. Oral examinations are tentatively scheduled for May 4, 2016. Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Stanislaus County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services Department (BHRS) is responsible for providing, or arranging for the provision of, an array of specialized services for residents in Stanislaus County who suffer from mental illnesses and substance use. The Department consists of over 440 allocated positions with an operational budget of $105 million. As part of the Mental Health Services Act, the Stanislaus County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services Department has a Stateapproved Workforce Education and Training Plan (WE&T Plan). This WE&T Plan also references the Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5820-5822 and provides that administrative structures are in place to support long-term workforce development that actively outreaches to support career pathways and also ensure barriers are reduced or eliminated for consumers, and family members who wish to enter the publicly-funded behavioral health workforce. Candidates with lived experience as a consumer or a family member of a consumer of behavioral health services are highly encouraged to apply. ABOUT THE POSITION The Contracts Manager reports directly to the Assistant Director for Administrative and Fiscal Services and is responsible for administering 235 current contracts, including revenue contracts, independent contracts, provider contracts, memorandum of understandings, and inter-agency agreements. The Contracts
Manager is actively involved in negotiating, writing, executing, tracking, monitoring, amending, renewing, and terminating these contracts. The Department begins the contract renewal process in March and it continues through June when contracts are presented to the Board of Supervisors for approval. In addition the Contracts Manager supervises a staff of five (one Staff Services Coordinator, three Staff Services Analysts and an Account Clerk III). Designated as management for labor relations purposes, the individual will be eligible for the full array of management benefits. CONVICTION/CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE Once it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you will receive an email informing you to complete a conviction questionnaire (you may be asked to complete this process for each application submitted). You will have five (5) working days from the date on the email to follow the detailed instructions and complete the questionnaire. A completed conviction questionnaire is required to continue in the recruitment process. TYPICAL TASKS: Manage the negotiation and execution of all contracts, including, but not limited to: provider, personal service, independent, revenue, field placement or stipend agreements, memorandum of understandings, inter-agency agreements and other agreements, including amendments and renewals using County-approved boilerplates agreements; Develop and oversee the Request for Proposals/Applications/Qualifications (RFP/RFA/RFQ) and other processes related to competitive bidding; Prepare Board Agenda Items for large contracts and RFP/RFA/RFQs that require review and approval by the Board of Supervisors; Compile, analyze and distribute reports related to contract data in order to monitor and manage contract services during the year and renew contracts as required in order to prevent a lapse in services; Assist Senior Leadership with monitoring provider contracts; Research and analyze various issues related to contract services including contract language compliance with Federal, State and local regulations; Monitor contractor compliance with the terms of agreements and mediate issues as they occur; Maintain appropriate data as required by funding and/or other agencies; Develop, implement, and maintain personal computer systems to track data and analyze trend projections; Track and analyze statistical & reporting data on a monthly, quarterly and/or annual basis; Present and display information effectively using various software programs; Plan and coordinate day-to-day operations, staff and activities of the Department's contract services division; Assigns and reviews the work of others, completes evaluations and meets regularly with staff; and
Serve as a member of the BHRS Budget Team and assist with annual budget process. MINIMUM SKILLS/ABILITY QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS, ABILITY, Plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinate staff and KNOWLEDGE, promote teamwork; EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE): Develop and mentor staff on a continuous basis and promote an atmosphere of continuous improvement; Effectively handle all aspects of personnel related matters; Utilize conflict resolution skills in a proactive, mentoring manner; Develop, negotiate, review and administer contracts; Lead and gain consensus among diverse groups of individuals; Analyze both simple and complex administrative, budgetary, recruitment and/or organizational issues; Conduct research and organize information to prepare required reports; Understand, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations as they relate to assigned areas of responsibilities; Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in order to present reports and recommendations to individuals and groups; Be able to read and understand a detailed document as well as compose and write complex thoughts/concepts into understandable written form; Establish goals and objectives, participate in strategic planning and outcome measurement; Communicate and work effectively with contractors, staff, representatives of state and federal agencies, local public and private agencies, from regulatory agencies and with Administration (some travel may be required); Demonstrate the knowledge of, and adhere to, all applicable professional/regulatory practice acts, state/federal regulations, and policies and procedures, including applicable regulatory agencies; Understand and promote the Vision-Mission-Value statement of Stanislaus County and BHRS; Make decisions permitting essential functions to be carried out in an accurate, timely manner; Be innovative and flexible in managing and problem resolutions; Write clearly, succinctly and effectively; Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; and Lift, push, pull, twist, turn, bend, stoop, squat, and reach overhead, manual dexterity and mobility. KNOWLEDGE Principles and practices of supervision, management and human resource development; Principles and modern methods of public and business administration with special reference to organization, fiscal and personnel management, employment development, intergovernmental relations, and budgetary preparation and expenditure;
Modern office practices, including policy and procedure development, workflow, forms and equipment; Applications of statistical methods from information processing to management analysis; Contract and procurement processes and regulations; Budgeting and cost allocation methodologies; Computer applications with significant working experience (i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) components and essential elements and how they inform the transformation of the public mental health system, including stigma reduction; Regulatory Agencies and Compliance requirements; Equal Employment Opportunity principles; and Multicultural skills, knowledge and experience with diverse populations. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a major in Business Administration, Finance or Public Administration or a closely related field. (Progressively responsible experience in a related area may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis); AND Minimum of two (2) years experience in management in a large public or private organization performing work as described above. Proof of education may be required for verification purposes after the eligible list has been established as part of the selection interview process. Proof of education (transcripts and/or degree) may be attached at the time of online application submission if available. LICENSE Applicants must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and remain free from repeated preventable accidents. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "duties" section of the online application. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Two years of contract management experience. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES: CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Unclassified Service of the County and is considered "at-will" and designated Management for labor relations purposes. Incumbents are also subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday, and shift assignments. The individual selected will participate in the Stanislaus County Pay-for-Performance program, as well as receive additional benefits EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Stanislaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to submit online application(s) for open position(s). Stanislaus County is committed to establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public, coworkers, supervisors, and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy related condition, marital status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (over 40), political affiliation or belief, or military or veteran status. APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. TESTING ACCOMMODATIONS Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Describe the special test arrangements you require in the "Additional Information" section of the application form. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Pass County-paid pre-employment drug screening and jobrelated background investigation. Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others. Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required. APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are mailed. DISCLAIMER Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this bulletin to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information, which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or
in the applicable Memorandum of Understandings, and such information prevails over information contained in this bulletin. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/ Human Resources. The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under "Disability Management." APPLICANTS MAY APPLY ONLINE AT: http://www.stancounty.com Stanislaus County/Human Resources 1010 10th Street, Ste 6800 Modesto, CA 95354 209-525-6333 jobhelp@stancounty.com Job #1763-16 CONTRACTS MANAGER (MANAGER III) NR An Equal Opportunity Employer Contracts Manager (Manager III) Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Check the box that best describes your highest education completed. High School Diploma or equivalent Some College Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree * 2. Check the box that best describes your level of experience pertaining to management in a large public or private organization. Less than one year One year Two years More than two years * 3. Check the box that best describes your level of experience pertaining to contracts. Less than one year One year Two years More than two years * Required Question