Contracts Negotiator

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region

Position Duties

• Independently review nonstandard contracts and proposed edits to standard contract terms for compliance with Council policies and procedures and applicable law as well as to minimize risk. Draft nonstandard contracts for special projects in circumstances when the Council's template agreements do not adequately meet the needs of the project. Facilitate review and approval by internal and external parties, including Risk, OGC, other government entities or private parties as applicable. Provide guidance and advice on procurement policies, procedures, and rules as well as briefing OGC on critical path items. Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Independently review nonstandard contracts and proposed edits to standard contract terms for compliance with Council policies and procedures and applicable law as well as to minimize risk.
• Draft nonstandard contracts for special projects in circumstances when the Council's template agreements do not adequately meet the needs of the project.
• Facilitate review and approval by internal and external parties, including Risk, OGC, other government entities or private parties as applicable.
• Provide guidance and advice on procurement policies, procedures, and rules as well as briefing OGC on critical path items.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree and four years of experience in reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts, and evaluating language for conformance with law. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): Experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment. Contract development project management or procurement experience with a government entity or in a large complex private company where regulations were applicable. Experience working with federal or state regulations. What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job: Knowledge of contracts and procurement services, which includes purchasing goods and services according to procurement procedures and contract specifications. Ability to utilize Microsoft 365. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively prepare and present information and respond to questions from diverse groups of customers or clients. Ability to calculate figures in amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of introductory algebra and geometry. Ability to work under high-pressure situations with all levels of the organization while adhering to procurement policies and procedures. Skilled in project management and the ability to lead teams and communicate effectively both written and orally. Organizational and multi-tasking skills. Skilled in dealing with others, both inside and outside of the department. Interactions with others generally require influencing, instructing, and negotiating with individuals to gain their understanding, cooperation, and action. What you can expect from us: We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement. We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us!
• Juris Doctorate degree and four years of experience in reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts, and evaluating language for conformance with law.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications)

• Experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment.
• Contract development project management or procurement experience with a government entity or in a large complex private company where regulations were applicable.
• Experience working with federal or state regulations.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job

• Knowledge of contracts and procurement services, which includes purchasing goods and services according to procurement procedures and contract specifications.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft 365.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively prepare and present information and respond to questions from diverse groups of customers or clients.
• Ability to calculate figures in amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of introductory algebra and geometry.
• Ability to work under high-pressure situations with all levels of the organization while adhering to procurement policies and procedures.
• Skilled in project management and the ability to lead teams and communicate effectively both written and orally.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Skilled in dealing with others, both inside and outside of the department. Interactions with others generally require influencing, instructing, and negotiating with individuals to gain their understanding, cooperation, and action.

What you can expect from us

Other Qualifications

• Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade J FLSA Status: Exempt Safety Sensitive: No Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $111,779 - $128,500 Full Salary Range: $101,005 - $163,842 What your work environment would be: You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. What steps the recruitment process involves: We review your minimum qualifications. We rate your education and experience. We conduct a structured panel interview. We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .
• Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade J FLSA Status: Exempt Safety Sensitive: No

Anticipated Starting Salary Range

• $111,779 - $128,500 Full Salary Range: $101,005 - $163,842 What your work environment would be: You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. What steps the recruitment process involves:
• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We rate your education and experience.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• We conduct a selection interview.
• Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .

Benefits

• We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below: Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80% Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free: Well@Work clinic bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year parking at many job locations fitness centers at many job locations Employee Assistance Program extensive health and wellness programs and resources
• Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80% Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
• Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80% Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
• Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80% Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
• Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
• Well@Work clinic bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year parking at many job locations fitness centers at many job locations Employee Assistance Program extensive health and wellness programs and resources
• bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year parking at many job locations fitness centers at many job locations Employee Assistance Program extensive health and wellness programs and resources
• parking at many job locations fitness centers at many job locations Employee Assistance Program extensive health and wellness programs and resources
• fitness centers at many job locations Employee Assistance Program extensive health and wellness programs and resources
• Employee Assistance Program extensive health and wellness programs and resources
• extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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