Procurement & Contract Specialist 3

Jobtailor; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a skilled procurement and contract professional to support Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and ODHS. You will negotiate solicitations and contracts, ensure compliance with federal and state laws, and serve as liaison between agencies.

The role emphasizes collaboration across divisions, data tracking, and timely delivery of procurement processes. The position requires five years of related procurement experience or a bachelor’s degree with two years’ experience, plus Oregon

Qualifications

• Five years procurement and contract experience related to the position.
• Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional-level procurement and contract experience related to the position.
• Oregon or national procurement certification must be obtained and maintained to meet delegation requirements.
• Expertise in Oregon and national procurement requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience advising program staff on procurement and grants processes, sequencing, documentation, approvals, and timelines.
• Ability to coordinate work across divisions, agencies, and external partners without direct supervisory authority.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, guidance, and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and develop solicitations and contracts for OHA and ODHS.
• Coordinate investments and partnerships across state agencies, local providers, and community partners.
• Advise program staff on procurement and grants processes, sequencing, documentation, approvals, and timelines.
• Provide technical assistance to internal and external partners, contractors, vendors, and program staff.
• Develop goals and plans, prioritize and organize work, coordinate logistics, manage timelines.
• Develop and maintain systems for tracking, organizing, and reporting information.
• Coordinate work across divisions, agencies, and external partners.
• Lead and influence cross-functional work and exercise judgment with community partners, contractors, vendors, and program staff.
• Coordinate work and communication in virtual environments while managing multiple priorities.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Contract management

Communication

Project management

Data tracking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Smartsheet

Teams

Zoom

Job description

• Negotiate and develop solicitations and contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and grant agreements for OHA and ODHS
• Ensure procurement and contract documents comply with federal and state laws, Oregon Administrative Rules, agency policies and procedures, and established criteria
• Serve as a primary liaison between ODHS and OHA
• Support the Rural Health Transformation Program’s initiatives to strengthen rural healthcare access, quality, and sustainability
• Coordinate investments and partnerships across state agencies, local providers, and community partners
• Advise program staff on procurement and grants processes, sequencing, documentation, approvals, and timelines
• Provide technical assistance to internal and external partners, contractors, vendors, and program staff
• Develop goals and plans, prioritize and organize work, coordinate logistics, manage timelines, and adapt to changing conditions
• Develop and maintain systems for tracking, organizing, and reporting information
• Coordinate work across divisions, agencies, and external partners
• Lead and influence cross-functional work and exercise judgment with community partners, contractors, vendors, and program staff
• Coordinate work and communication in virtual environments while managing multiple priorities

Requirements

• Five years procurement and contract experience related to the position
• OR a bachelor’s degree and two years of professional-level procurement and contract experience related to the position
• OR any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of procurement and contract experience related to the position
• Oregon or national procurement certification must be obtained and maintained to meet delegation requirements
• Expertise in Oregon and national procurement requirements
• Skill in advising program staff on procurement and grants processes, including sequencing, documentation, approvals, and timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Technical assistance for internal and external partners, contractors, and vendors
• Project management and coordination experience
• Proficiency in data tracking software and organizational systems
• Intermediate-level Excel and Smartsheet proficiency
• Experience with spreadsheets, databases, and file systems
• Ability to coordinate work across multiple divisions, agencies, and external partners without direct supervisory authority
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, guidance, and reporting requirements
• Proficiency with Teams and Zoom
• Current resume, cover letter in PDF format of no more than two pages, and complete supplemental questions required
• Must complete criminal records and driving records checks meeting OHA criteria
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; position does not provide visa sponsorship

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in procurement and contract management, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws while effectively coordinating across multiple divisions and external partners. Proficient in project management, data tracking, and providing technical assistance to enhance program initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Procurement And Contract Management
• Oregon Procurement Certification
• Project Management
• Data Tracking Software Proficiency
• Excellent Written And Verbal Communication

Hard Skills

• Procurement Experience
• Contract Development
• Grants Processes
• Data Tracking
• Project Coordination
• Excel Proficiency
• Smartsheet Proficiency
• Database Management
• File System Management
• Knowledge Of CMS Regulations

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability
• Judgment
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Oregon Procurement Certification

Industry Keywords

• Federal And State Laws
• Oregon Administrative Rules
• Intergovernmental Agreements
• Rural Health Transformation Program
• Community Partnerships

Tools & Technologies

• Teams
• Zoom