Federal Procurement and Contracting Consultant Internal Hennepin County applicants only

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The Purchasing and Contract Services department is currently seeking two Federal Procurement and Contracting Consultants. These positions will be responsible for assuring that unique and specific procurement and contract management standards are met for federally funded contracted programs or purchases. These positions will develop training materials, templates, procedures, and standards to be used across departments that purchase goods or services funded by federal dollars. These positions will also monitor departments’ adherence to federal and county grant and purchasing rules by auditing contracting work and providing direction to departments. One position will focus on the procurement process and the other will focus on contract management and oversight. Both positions will work with leaders in departments, County Purchasing, Office of Budget and Finance, Audit Compliance and Investigative Services, the County Attorney’s Office and county administration to assure that standards are followed for federal procurements.
Location and hours:
These positions are remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site an average of 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable.
Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility.
About these position types:
These are full-time, benefit earning positions. You must be a current regular or probationary employee
of Hennepin County to apply for this position.
These positions are internally classified as an Administrative Assistant, Principal. Click here
to view the job classification specification.
In these positions, you will:
Provide direction and consultation to staff across the county who are engaged in contracting for goods or services using federal funds.
Develop and implement tools, trainings, resources and processes to support federal procurement and contracting.
Audit and review contracting related materials, documents and files.
Coordinate with stakeholders (
Office of Budget and Finance,
Audit Compliance and Investigative Services
, County Purchasing, and
County Attorney’s Office
) to assure that direction given to department staff is timely and accurate.
Directly oversee or perform high-risk procurement or contracting processes.
Need to have:
One of the following:
Bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, business administration, or other field appropriate to the position and
five years or more of experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.
Nine years or more
experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.
Nice to have:
Experience in:
Researching, reviewing, and implementing federal funding requirements.
Procurement and/or contracting processes.
Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, managers, community partners, and the public.
Creating and conducting training presentations.
Experience with
interpreting policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and with a diverse group of people.
Knowledge of a
dministrative principles and practices relating to the management of departmental operations.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word.
Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills.
About the department:
In Purchasing and Contract Services, we make it our mission to join with county departments to purchase goods and services through a process that is legal, cost effective, fair and accessible to businesses and to ensure that we contract with vendors that share the county's commitment to responsible social, economic, and sustainable procurement.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.

Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at ****.

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

Your future. Made here.

This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a drug test

If you have any questions, please contact:
Megan Baer
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hcpromo
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the
Total Rewards
philosophy. We want our employees to succeed – not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't – including:
Meaningful work
Public service
Competitive pay
Work-life balance
Generous benefits
Opportunities to grow
Commitment to your success
By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary
Visit our benefits page to learn more: ****If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here
01
Are you a current
regular or probationary employee
of Hennepin County?
Yes
No
02
These positions are remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site an average of 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility.

Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?
Yes
No
03
Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in public administration, business administration, or other field appropriate to the position
Yes
No
04
List any post-high school education you have completed. Indicate the school(s) you attended and your major area(s) of specialization, and any degree(s) earned. If you do not have post-high school education, type None in the space provided.
05
How many years of experience do you have in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position?
I do not have this experience
Less than 5 years
5 years or more, but less than 6 years
6 years or more, but less than 7 years
7 years or more, but less than 8 years
8 years or more, but less than 9 years
9 years or more
06
Describe your experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position, referencing job(s) listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided.
07
How many years of experience do you have with researching, reviewing, and implementing federal funding requirements?
I do not have this experience
Less than 1 year
1 year or more, but less than 2 years
2 years or more, but less than 3 years
3 years or more, but less than 4 years
4 years or more, but less than 5 years
5 years or more
08
Describe your experience with researching, reviewing, and implementing federal funding requirements, referencing job(s) listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided.
09
How many years of experience do you have with procurement and/or contracting processes?
I do not have this experience
Less than 1 year
1 year or more, but less than 2 years
2 years or more, but less than 3 years
3 years or more, but less than 4 years
4 years or more, but less than 5 years
5 years or more
10
Describe your experience with procurement and/or contracting processes, referencing job(s) listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided.
11
If you are a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, and are applying for your first promotion after securing public employment, you are eligible to have five points added to your competitive promotional examination rating. Are you a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran that would like to use your one time, five-point preference?
Yes
No
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Hennepin County
****
Website
****Address
Hennepin County Government Center
300 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487

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