State of Utah · 22 hours ago
Contract/Grant Analyst I
Salt Lake County, UT
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe State of Utah's Department of Corrections is seeking a Contract/Grant Analyst II to work in their Division of Finance in Draper, Utah. The role involves designing, preparing, and coordinating contracts while ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements and monitoring contractor performance.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyLaw Enforcement
Responsibilities
Develop contract monitoring plans
Evaluate contracts and create a contract evaluation report
Writes, reviews, evaluates contracts. Writes detailed reports based on research, analysis and evaluation of data pertaining to specific projects, conditions or proposals under study
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards, guidelines, etc
Identifies problems that threaten performance by all stakeholders. Evaluates for potential performance and monetary risk
Ensures all required aspects of the contracts are completed according to specifications and to contract requirements and UDC policy and procedures
Collects, and analyzes performance data; establishes, monitors, and evaluates related bench marking and prepares reports
Reads, studies, and conducts market research, federal and state regulations, program guidelines, and related documents to knowledge and understanding of the basis of the binding agreement and grant
Provides technical assistance and contract interpretation to contractors
Reviews and collects program reports and related material, develops and prepares training materials, and delivers presentations in order to provide training to external resources and agency employees, Confers with State Attorney General Office
Monitors agency or program budget including revenues, expenditures and budget projections, etc. Reviews fiscal operations integrity, accuracy, and control of data
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Finance or in a related field
Experience drafting contracts
Experience monitoring Agency contracts
Experience in developing and maintaining contract monitoring plans, evaluating contracts, and creating contract reports
Knowledge of property valuation
Conduct methodical examinations using logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with in or data to draw conclusions
Knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of procurement, contract, quality assurance and budget management
Have the ability and knowledge on the use of automated accounting, financial computer, and reporting systems
Have the skill to deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
Have the skill to know how to evaluate information against a set of standards and ability to review data for patterns and deficiency
Knowledge on how to prepare financial reports and documentation
Have the skill to make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
Have a clear understanding of applicable laws, rules, regulations policies, and procedures; knowledge of legislation, regulations methods used in binding agreements and contracts
Have the skills to understand the principles, theories, and practices of public relations and knowledge of business and industry practices
Skilled in negotiation techniques and methods
Have the ability to speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented
Knowledge to ensure compliance with contract terms, policies and procedures, etc
Knowledgeable in agency and community resources and services
Skilled ability to communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely; read and understand information presented in writing
Ability to monitor or track information or data; assess problems, reach logical conclusions, and develop appropriate solutions
Have a clear understanding on bidding, quote, and award procedures; post award instructions to understand the vendor comply with binding agreement
Knowledge in agency objectives, organization, structure and mission; knowledge of agency operations, programs, and service
Skilled in fiscal and financial management; budget methods, techniques, and practices; develop and analyze complex financial information
Work as a team, present ideas and present training to other employees
Company
State of Utah
State of Utah provides links to government information sites and departments.
Founded in 1896
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Williamson
Chief Technology Officer
Daniel Frei
Chief Financial Officer- Department of Technology Services
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