Paralegal/Contract Specialist

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation; Oregon, Newberg (IL, OR); On-site; USD 82,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in addiction recovery is seeking a Paralegal/Contract Specialist to enhance its contract management processes. This role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, managing their lifecycle, and collaborating with internal stakeholders. The organization is committed to fostering a supportive workplace culture, offering comprehensive benefits, and promoting diversity and inclusion. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities affected by addiction.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal contract experience with a focus on drafting and reviewing.
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft, evaluate, and negotiate various types of contracts.
• Manage the lifecycle of organizational contracts from initiation to termination.

Skills

Contract Drafting

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Paralegal Certification

5+ Years Equivalent Experience

Tools

Contract Management Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for working directly with internal stakeholders on drafting, negotiation, assessment, and total lifecycle management of contracts at HBFF. The Paralegal/Contract Specialist will also administer the contract management system. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across different locations and organizational units.

1. Draft, evaluate, and negotiate various types of contracts, in coordination with licensed attorneys representing Hazelden Betty Ford.
2. Manage the entire lifecycle of organizational contracts, from initiation through execution, amendments, renewals, and terminations, including tracking milestones, deadlines, and obligations.
3. Assist in developing and implementing contract management processes, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency.
4. Serve as the primary contact and liaison for contractual matters, providing guidance to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, paralegal certification, or equivalent experience (5+ years).
• At least 3 years of legal contract experience, including drafting, reviewing, and amending contracts.
• Experience managing contracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Customer service skills for prompt and accurate communication via phone and email.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in contract management tools, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in project management or process improvement.

Overview

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the largest nonprofit addiction recovery organization in the U.S., committed to providing hope and healing. With over 1,600 employees, 17 treatment sites, and an annual revenue of $190 million, it serves nearly 25,000 individuals annually. The organization adopts a comprehensive ecosystem approach to prevention, education, research, advocacy, and treatment, working collaboratively to develop evidence-based practices that help individuals reclaim their futures.

Our goal is to be a "best place to work," fostering a culture where employees feel encouraged and energized to contribute ideas and perform at their best. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision plans, a retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion as critical to our success in providing healing and hope to individuals, families, and communities affected by addiction.

Salary Range

USD $82,239.00 - USD $119,838.00 per year.