WIC - Grants and Contracts Manager

About the Department

Pay Grade: N

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.  
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths. 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Position Duties

• Provides senior-level and managerial consultative services and technical assistance for all WIC contracts and MOUs. 
• Creates and distributes regular reports on key performance metrics for WIC contract management activities.
• Works with WIC program staff as well as DPH Office of Procurement and Contracts to ensure development and implementation of contract activities.
• Provides training for WIC contract business owners 
• Provides oversight of WIC contract management activities including deliverables review and contract monitoring 
• Manages timelines to ensure timely completion and submission of WIC contracts in accordance with agency and fund source guidelines.
• Manages communication with WIC program team members to assist with strategic planning for contracts, as needed.
• Monitors WIC contracts for accuracy and timeliness of expenditures.
• Monitors WIC contract renewal deadlines and ensure timely submissions.
• Develops long- and short-term objectives and plans related to WIC contracts.
• Develops policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines related to contracts.

• Coordinates WIC contract meetings to discuss submissions with WIC program staff and DPH Procurement and Contracts office.
• Performs other assignments as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in operations management, business administration, or a related field which includes four (4) years in a managerial or supervisory role; 
OR
Eight (8) years of related professional experience which includes four (4) years in a managerial or supervisory role; 
OR
Four (4) years of experience required at the lower level Mgr 2, Business Ops (GSM011) or position equivalent. 

Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Preferred Qualifications (based on the needs of the position):

Preference will be given to applicants who in addition to meeting the minimum qualification possess the following:

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience with contract management including contract modifications and contract monitoring
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience developing and monitoring contracts compliance and knowledge of program and policy planning, program development, implementation and evaluation
• 2+ years of experience using PeopleSoft Financials
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interface with senior leadership 
• 2+ years supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to coach staff and teams with diverse levels of expertise
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (e.g.., Word, Excel)

Other Qualifications

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. 

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. 

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov. 

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview.  DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
 In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

 Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.