Contract Specialist - NECCO : Job Details

We are social entrepreneurs and we are changing the face of child welfare wellbeing. To do that, we need to win the war on talent. Our formalized recruiting and hiring process is an essential ingredient to finding the right people to help us build families stronger, faster, and smarter than anyone else. Position Summary: Necco has an opportunity for a career as Contract Specialist. This role will provide the most value to the company playing a critical role in managing the lifecycle of all company contracts, including initial agreements and renewals. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with exceptional collaboration and project management skills to drive the seamless execution of contracts. Working closely with the Chief Strategy Team (C-Suite), Safety & Risk (QA), Human Resources (Our People), Information Technology (IT), Finance, and Operations, the Contract Implementation Specialist ensures alignment with organizational goals, compliance standards, and strategic priorities. You should be accurately described as:A happy warrior who thrives on leading from the front with strategic thinking. A solid communicator in search of decisions that deliver real results. A problem-solver, financial steward, and one who excels at collaboration. Ridiculously passionate about the company's success, growth, and program quality. Systems and Processes

• Collaborate with the Contracts Review Team (Safety & Risk, HR, IT, Finance, Revenue Cycle) and Chief Strategy members to anticipate and prepare for upcoming contracts
• Review and vet contract language, including terms and conditions, payment structures, personnel requirements, lobbying interests, and risk management considerations
• Leverage technology platforms for communication, contract reviews, and execution
• Uphold confidentiality standards in compliance with HIPAA regulations

Quality, Safety and Risk Management

• Ensure timely submission, review, and execution of all contracts
• Notify the Contracts Review Team and key stakeholders of new and pending contract needs
• Monitor and report any non-compliance, suspicion of abuse/neglect, fraud, or other reportable offenses as per company policies

Technical Capacity

• Utilize technology tools to organize, store, and track contract documentation
• Coordinate and manage the contract process flow, ensuring efficient routing for departmental reviews and approvals
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contract timelines, ensuring deadlines are met
• Use project management expertise and creativity to document compliance and streamline workflows
• Provide technical assistance and training to the Contracts Review Team and key stakeholders regarding the contract lifecycle process
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Corporate Citizen

• Practice Ruthless Pragmatism
• Engage in peer to peer feedback
• Know and Live the Necco Corporate Culture Principles
• Embody the 3 essential virtues of Humble, Hungry and Smart
• Drive your Individual Performance Scorecard
• Adhere to and contribute to the Necco meeting structure

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Human Services or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in contract management, administration, or human services preferred
• Knowledge of and ability to navigate rules, regulations, accreditation standards and licensing requirements
• Familiarity with Foster Care, Independent Living, Behavioral Health, and Medicaid-billable services
• Valid driver's license
• 100/300/100 Auto Insurance Coverage
• Training and Travel willingness
• Outstanding Customer Service
• Organizational communication skills
• Must be self-directed
• Successful completion of all required criminal background checks
• Must possess the skills to navigate and execute software programs (i.e Microsoft Office, Database, Electronic Health Record, Dashboard)

At Necco, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable work environment. We embrace individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and creativity, and we actively seek candidates from all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages to join our organization. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.