This announcement is for a permanent full-time Health Services Consultant 3 position.

Make a Difference.

The Department of Health seeks a committed individual to join the Administrative Services Office within the Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS).

Position Overview: 

As the Contracts Specialist (HSC3) you will play a vital role in our mission to enhance the health and safety of all Washingtonians. You will ensure that our contracts and grants are managed effectively and follow federal and state regulations. Your work will support vital public health initiatives, from emergency preparedness to disease prevention. You will work closely with ORHS teams to resolve fiscal issues and guide our health and emergency preparedness partners.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and manage contracts with public health entities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Act as a liaison between ORHS and its partners, providing guidance on contract processes and compliance matters.
• Oversee fiscal monitoring and audits, providing insights that will improve our financial strategies and resource allocation.
• Engage in emergency response planning and exercises, enhancing our readiness to respond to public health crises.
• Empower and inspire your colleagues by fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

About the Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS)

The Department of Health (DOH) works to improve the health of all people in Washington State. The Executive Office of Resiliency and Health Security (ORHS) strives to respond to all-hazards public health emergencies with strength and decisiveness on behalf of Washingtonians and the communities in which they live to minimize impact on people and lives, sustain necessary response capabilities, and advance protections in advance of, during, and in the aftermath of a broad range of public health threats and emergencies. 

The Administrative Services Office within ORHS supports grants, finance, contracts, performance management and community engagement activities in support of all ORHS programmatic and response activities.

Work location: 
The duty station for this position is located in Tumwater, WA. We offer flexible work schedules to include opportunities for in-person collaboration, and working from home (mobile work). This position may work from anywhere within the state of WA. In-person work may be requested occasionally. Mobile work arrangements and flexible schedules are subject to supervisory approval. 

About the DOH 

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is dedicated to safeguarding public health amidst the ever-changing world. Working in close collaboration with local health departments, as well as state, federal, tribal, and private partners. Guided by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, DOH provides 24/7 programs and services that impact all Washington residents and visitors. Learn more by visiting the Transformational Plan.

Why DOH?

We are dedicated to your work-life harmony and offer a competitive benefits package to promote employee wellbeing. To learn more visit Work@Health. 

Our Ideal Candidate 

The ideal candidate is a strategic visionary, who understands how their actions impact others and fit within our broader mission. They excel in positive and productive collaboration and communication, and are skilled in building relationships. They contribute to fostering an inclusive environment that respects all cultural, ethnic, and gender diversity. Additionally, they possess strong analytical skills and proactively offer innovative solutions. 

Required Qualifications

Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. 

Option 1: A bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely allied field; AND two (2) years’ experience working with accounting, budget, contracts, or grants.

OR

Option 2: An associate degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely allied field; AND three (3) years' of experience working with accounting, budget, contracts, or grants.

OR

Option 3: Five (5) years’ experience working with accounting, budget, contracts, or grants.

AND 

Experience must include the following: 

• Demonstrated experience working with federal rules and regulations including The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars.

• Experience establishing and completing Contract Processing Action Request (CPAR) packets, A-19 invoices, and fiscal contract monitoring and fiscal audits.
   

Desired Qualifications (A plus if you have any of the following):

• Two (2) or more years of experience in an emergency preparedness or emergency response program.
• Intermediate-level experience using MS Excel to create and manipulate large or complex spreadsheets, use mathematical formulas to calculate data, link worksheets, import data from other sources, filter lists, and create and format charts and graphs.
• Demonstrated experience using ADDS.net or Enterprise Reporting or other similar reporting system. 
• Demonstrated experience effectively working with diverse staff, contractors, and others.
• Successful completion of Incident Command System Training including ICS100, 200, 700, 800, 300, and 400.
• Three (3) or years of experience working with accounting, budget, contracts, or grants in a health services program.