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Contracts and Compliance Administrator

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Contracts and Compliance Administrator

Salary

$64,228.32 - $93,132.00 Annually

Location

Brighton, CO

Job Type

Temporary 3

Job Number

07187

Department

Public Health Department

Division

Public Health Admin

Opening Date

10/10/2025

Closing Date

10/17/2025 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

The Contracts Administrator is responsible for managing formal contracting processes for all divisions of the Health Department throughout their lifecycle, ensuring compliance with local government policies and regulations. This role oversees the initiation, execution, and documentation of contracts, maintains accurate records, and provides timely reminders of upcoming expirations or renewal opportunities. This role works closely with diverse stakeholders throughout the contracts process including internal Health Department and County staff and external partners.

Examples of Duties for Success

+ Contract Lifecycle Management:

+ Draft, review, process and track contracts, contract amendments, extensions, renewals, terminations, and related documents from initiation through execution and closure.

+ Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify business needs, assist in defining contract scope, deliverables, timelines, and risk factors, and gather necessary contract approvals and signatures.

+ Lead negotiations with vendors, clients, or partners.

+ Track contract revisions, maintain version control, and document negotiation history accurately.

+ Maintain an organized, current and accessible contract management system.

+ Coordinate renewal decisions with stakeholders.

+ Monitoring and Compliance:

+ Provide timely alerts for expiring contracts, renewals, or termination dates.

+ Conduct routine compliance checks on contract performance and fulfillment.

+ Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and collaborate with the compliance team to investigate and resolve contract issues.

+ Support internal audits, regulatory reviews, and risk assessments by ensuring all contract records are easily accessible and providing timely and accurate documentation as requested.

+ Lead the development and enforcement of internal contract and compliance policies.

+ Identify process gaps, analyze trends and recommend improvements for better contract oversight, regulatory alignment, and contracting processes and systems.

+ Conduct and/or participate in training sessions for staff on contract compliance best practices.

+ Generate reports on contract status, renewal timelines, and compliance issues.

+ Communication and Coordination:

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external contract-related inquiries.

+ Collaborate with legal and other departments to resolve contract issues.

+ Facilitate the signing process, ensuring all parties have completed necessary steps.

Qualifications for Success

+ Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

+ Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

+ Strong interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to handle multiple contracts simultaneously and meet deadlines.

+ Proactive problem-solving and process improvement abilities.

+ Previous experience working with grants and/or contracts.

+ Logical and reasoning skills.

+ Ability to communicate information clearly, both verbally and in writing.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

More Qualifications for Success

Education & Experience:

+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Legal, or a related field.

+ At least five (5) years of professional experience in contract management, records management, financial administration or a similar role involving highly detailed work, confidentiality, and structured organizational practices with diverse stakeholders.

+ Availability during end of federal, state, and local fiscal years.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Strong understanding of local government policies and regulations related to contracts.

+ Experience working in a public sector or government setting.

+ Proficiency in contract management software.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Employees in this benefit class are eligible based on the number of hours worked and the duration of employment.

Employees who work within the parameters below are eligible to participate in the 457b deferred compensation plan:

+ Duration - 3 months or less

+ Weekly Hours - Any

+ Break in Service Requirement - 13 weeks

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

OR

+ Duration - Up to 12 months

+ Weekly Hours - 29 or less hours

+ Break in Service Requirement - 13 weeks

Employees who work within the parameters below are eligible to participate in the the medical plan for the employee and child(ren) only as well as the 457b deferred compensation plan:

+ Duration - At least 3 months and up to 12 months

+ Weekly Hours - 30 or more

+ Break in Service Requirement - 13 weeks

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

+ Yes, I understand and agree

+ Yes, I understand but disagree.

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This role requires a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Legal, or a related field. Do you meet this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

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This role requires at least five (5) years of professional experience in contract management, records management, financial administration or a similar role involving highly detailed work, confidentiality, and structured organizational practices with diverse stakeholders. Do you meet this requirement?

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+ No

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Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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