Contract Manager Specialist - SAMH Programs

My Florida Families; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking a Contract Manager Specialist to manage multiple contracts within the SAMH program offices. The role requires independent judgment, cross-team collaboration, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will oversee contract development, renewal, amendments, closeouts, and cost analyses while ensuring compliance with state rules and departmental policies.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in customer service, contract management, project management, procurement or related business field.
• Must successfully complete contract and grant management training and obtain Contract Manager certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Experience managing contracts with an annual value exceeding $5 million.

Responsibilities

• Develop contract and grant agreement documents in accordance with state rules, statutes and department policies.
• Serve as single point of contact with service providers and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Review and approve deliverables and monitor provider performance.
• Review, approve and process provider invoices and maintain detailed accounting and expenditure documentation.
• Maintain official contract and grant files according to statute and procedures.
• Perform contract monitoring, audits, and action planning as needed.
• Coordinate with SAMH subject matter experts to negotiate terms.
• Conduct cost analyses of provider budgets and ensure quality service delivery.

Skills

Contract management

Budget analysis

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

MFMP

MyFloridaMarketPlace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking a Contract Manager Specialist to manage multiple contracts within the SAMH program offices. The role requires independent judgment, cross-team collaboration, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will oversee contract development, renewal, amendments, closeouts, and cost analyses while ensuring compliance with state rules and departmental policies.