Contract Compliance Specialist

Position Summary

The Contract Compliance Specialist monitors contracts to ensure that MWDBEs are provided with the maximum opportunity to obtain and perform on county contracts while in compliance with Allegheny County’s goals. The incumbent also provides outreach and technical assistance to the business community. In addition, the Contract Compliance Specialist reviews and vets prime contractors’ MWDBE inclusion plans for various types of contracts (i.e., construction, services, supplies, etc.).

Duties

• Makes contract award recommendations based on good faith efforts to include MWDBEs.
• Reviews and processes proposed MWDBE participation documentation provided by prime contractors.
• Monitors MWDBE commitments and utilization through contract completion, addressing MWDBE concerns and assisting with conflict resolution if necessary.
• Enters and manages contracts for the contract compliance process.
• Reviews and compiles contract and vendor data to generate reports.
• Reviews and rates proposals.
• Corresponds with county employees, vendors, sub-vendors, co-workers, agencies, etc.
• Travels within Allegheny County to perform site visits.
• Attends pre-bid, pre-proposal, project status, or other required meetings to present information regarding applicable programs.
• Provides problem resolution for outstanding contract issues.
• Represents the department on committees, at meetings, trade shows, and networking events.
• Performs other duties as required or requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Government contracting process, contract compliance, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 49: Parts 23 & 26, MWDBE Guidelines and Good Faith Efforts, prime contract and subcontractor relationships, conflict resolution.
• Skill in: Microsoft Windows and Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), compliance software.
• Ability to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, prime vendors, subcontractors and the general public, learn proprietary software packages, coordinate meetings, create and format documents of all types, manage various office duties and prioritize work schedule, travel to various locations within Allegheny County.

Minimum Requirements

• An associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field AND three (3) years of experience performing contract compliance duties.
• Experience in government contracting, prime and sub-contractor relationships, and diverse business inclusion is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License throughout employment.

Residency

Allegheny County within 1 year.

Veterans' Preference

Will be awarded to eligible candidates.