Contract Specialist

Jobtailor; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Madison, WI is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Administrator to lead the full lifecycle of contracts, from review through execution and ongoing management. You will coordinate reviews across MyPath operating companies and draft, edit, and organize contract documents for internal and external stakeholders.

You will support negotiations, manage rate requests with funding agencies, monitor licensing and compliance, identify risks, and collaborate with Finance, Operations,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Associate's degree with relevant professional experience may be considered
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Comfortable learning and utilizing multiple technology platforms and online funder portals
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and build strong working relationships
• 1–2 years of experience preferred in healthcare, human services, managed care, residential services, or a related field
• Experience with contract administration or contract management preferred
• Project management experience is a plus
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required

Responsibilities

• Lead contract lifecycle activities from review through execution and ongoing management
• Coordinate contract review across multiple MyPath operating companies
• Draft, review, edit, and organize contract documents
• Support contract negotiations with internal stakeholders and external funding partners
• Manage rate requests, communications, and documentation with funding agencies
• Monitor contracts for licensing, governmental, and organizational compliance
• Identify contract risks and recommend solutions
• Partner with Finance, Operations, Admissions, and Executive Leadership to resolve contract issues
• Assist with credentialing, contract audits, and other funder requirements
• Research state policies and legislative changes affecting contracts and funding
• Maintain confidentiality when managing sensitive information and business agreements

Skills

Contract Drafting

Contract Review

Contract Negotiation

Rate Management

Contract Auditing

Project Management

Strong Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

Tools

Online Funder Portals

Technology Platforms

Job description

• Lead contract lifecycle activities from review through execution and ongoing management
• Coordinate contract review across multiple MyPath operating companies
• Draft, review, edit, and organize contract documents
• Support contract negotiations with internal stakeholders and external funding partners
• Manage rate requests, communications, and documentation with funding agencies
• Monitor contracts for licensing, governmental, and organizational compliance
• Identify contract risks and recommend solutions
• Partner with Finance, Operations, Admissions, and Executive Leadership to resolve contract issues
• Assist with credentialing, contract audits, and other funder requirements
• Research state policies and legislative changes affecting contracts and funding
• Maintain confidentiality when managing sensitive information and business agreements

Requirements

• Candidates must reside in Wisconsin or Indiana
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Associate's degree with relevant professional experience may be considered
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Comfortable learning and utilizing multiple technology platforms and online funder portals
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and build strong working relationships
• 1–2 years of experience preferred in healthcare, human services, managed care, residential services, or a related field
• Experience with contract administration or contract management preferred
• Project management experience is a plus
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with licensing and organizational standards. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for collaborating across departments and managing sensitive information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Contract Administration
• Contract Management
• Organizational Compliance
• Strong Written Communication
• Project Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Contract Drafting
• Contract Review
• Contract Negotiation
• Rate Management
• Contract Auditing

Soft Skills

• Exceptional Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities
• Collaborative Work Style
• Strong Verbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree

Industry Keywords

• Healthcare
• Human Services
• Managed Care
• Residential Services
• Legislative Research

Tools & Technologies

• Online Funder Portals
• Technology Platforms