S.C. Department of Public Health · 1 day ago
Contract Specialist
Richland County, SC
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe South Carolina Department of Public Health is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Contract Specialist to oversee contract lifecycle management and payment processing. This role serves as a key liaison between the Office of General Counsel and Program Staff, ensuring compliance and efficiency in contract administration and invoicing.
Health CareNon ProfitPublic RelationsPublic Safety
Hiring Manager
Holly Johnson M.Ed.
Responsibilities
Develop, coordinate, monitor, and review assigned contracts and agreements
Serve as a liaison between OGC and Program Staff to facilitate contract execution
Follow up on and resolve issues with internal and external customers
Assist with tracking and maintaining contract filing systems
Ensure all contracts and agreements are fully executed and properly documented
Create purchase orders or funds reservations for all fully executed contracts, subawards, and grant agreements
Verify invoice accuracy for payment processing
Prepare invoices for submission through SCEIS
Act as a liaison between Accounts Payable (AP) and Program Staff regarding payment status
Monitor payments to ensure timely processing
Stay informed of DPH, state, and federal regulations affecting contracts and invoicing
Perform tasks assigned by the supervisor or upper management as needed
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma and relevant experience in business management, public administration, or administrative services or a bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required work experience
A bachelor's degree in business management, administrative services, or related studies and two (2) years administrative experience; OR an associate degree and four (4) years administrative experience; OR a high school diploma and six (6) years administrative experience
Proficient at using word processing software and spreadsheet applications
Preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint)
Knowledge of the South Carolina Procurement Code and agency's Procurement Manual Section 40
Accounting and purchasing experience is beneficial
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Company
S.C. Department of Public Health
As of July 1, 2024, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has been split into two new agencies.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cristi Moore
Chief Communications Officer
Recent News
2025-07-04
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