City of Baltimore
Contract Compliance Specialist II (NCS) - Comptroller's Office
City of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Contract Compliance Specialist II (NCS) - Comptroller's Office
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The Contract Compliance Specialist II performs reviews of contracts, change orders, and proposals submitted by City agencies under a certain monetary threshold as set by the Supervisor. This role requires an understanding of contract administration, accounting and auditing principles, and risk mitigation. The Contract Compliance Specialist II is distinguished by the increasing responsibilities and the management of larger dollar contracts. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities and is performed under moderate supervision in a standard office environment. Essential Functions
Review and audit capital contracts and change orders to ensure all necessary information is provided prior to Board of Estimates (BOE) approval on contracts at or below $1,000,000 and/or meeting other thresholds defined by the Clerk and/or Board of Estimates. Verify invoices against contract terms and specifications for accuracy. Assist in identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks. Review operating and other contract documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with their intended purpose by verifying language, terms, provisions, and ensuring they are precise, unambiguous, and consistent. Identify and correct errors in grammar, spelling, formatting, and structure to maintain cohesiveness. Assist in identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks. Support BOE agenda development, reviews and ensure transaction accuracy. Identify and correct errors in grammar, spelling, formatting, and structure to maintain cohesiveness. Assist in developing audit methodologies for compliance and quality assurance. Conduct preliminary reviews of agency BOE submissions and make recommendations for improvement. Completes all required team building and skills training as assigned. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Have a bachelor's degree in finance, business or related field from an accredited college or university. AND Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in contract administration, auditing, or a related field. OR Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Solid knowledge of contract auditing and financial controls. Strong investigative and analytical abilities. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Familiarity with applicable state, federal, and local regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and agency representatives. Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to quickly develop and maintain proficiency in use of data/information management systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools. Additional Information
Background Check: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. Probation: All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. Financial Disclosure: This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire. Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Government Administration
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Join to apply for the Contract Compliance Specialist II (NCS) - Comptroller's Office role at City of Baltimore. Overview
The Contract Compliance Specialist II performs reviews of contracts, change orders, and proposals submitted by City agencies under a certain monetary threshold as set by the Supervisor. This role requires an understanding of contract administration, accounting and auditing principles, and risk mitigation. The Contract Compliance Specialist II is distinguished by the increasing responsibilities and the management of larger dollar contracts. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities and is performed under moderate supervision in a standard office environment. Essential Functions
Review and audit capital contracts and change orders to ensure all necessary information is provided prior to Board of Estimates (BOE) approval on contracts at or below $1,000,000 and/or meeting other thresholds defined by the Clerk and/or Board of Estimates. Verify invoices against contract terms and specifications for accuracy. Assist in identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks. Review operating and other contract documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with their intended purpose by verifying language, terms, provisions, and ensuring they are precise, unambiguous, and consistent. Identify and correct errors in grammar, spelling, formatting, and structure to maintain cohesiveness. Assist in identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks. Support BOE agenda development, reviews and ensure transaction accuracy. Identify and correct errors in grammar, spelling, formatting, and structure to maintain cohesiveness. Assist in developing audit methodologies for compliance and quality assurance. Conduct preliminary reviews of agency BOE submissions and make recommendations for improvement. Completes all required team building and skills training as assigned. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Have a bachelor's degree in finance, business or related field from an accredited college or university. AND Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in contract administration, auditing, or a related field. OR Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Solid knowledge of contract auditing and financial controls. Strong investigative and analytical abilities. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Familiarity with applicable state, federal, and local regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and agency representatives. Ability to work collaboratively and meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to quickly develop and maintain proficiency in use of data/information management systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools. Additional Information
Background Check: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. Probation: All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. Financial Disclosure: This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire. Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Government Administration
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