Contracts, Grants, Agreements, & Purchasing Manager - WMS Band 3

Working Title – Contracts, Grants, Agreements, & Purchasing Manager (CGAP)
Classification – WMS Band 3
Job Status – Full-Time/Permanent  
WDFW Program – Financial Services Program – Contracts & Purchasing 
Duty Station – Olympia, Washington – Thurston County 
Parking & Commuting - Parking is free, and payments are available for commute trip reduction options, such as Vanpool, Bus, Train, Bike, etc.
Relocation Compensation - The employer may authorize lump sum relocation compensation, within existing budgetary resources, and under certain conditions.
Posting Timeframe - This recruitment is scheduled to be posted until January 23, 2025 - application review is ongoing, submit your application materials as soon as possible. This recruitment may be closed at any time.

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

In this strategic and dynamic position, you will establish and maintain effective financial and legal controls, along with well-designed systems, to support the fiscal integrity of WDFW's contracting and purchasing functions.

What to Expect-

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Contracts, Grants, Agreements, & Purchasing (CGAP) Manager, 

• Directs limited staff and system resources toward the most essential agency needs. 
• Applies complicated contracting and procurement rules to all agency situations. 
• Communicates with decision makers and other audiences in a clear and non-technical manner. 
• Implements contracts and purchasing policies and monitors WDFW compliance. 
• Addresses agency business needs at an expert level and provides prompt, accurate contract solutions. 
• Manages professional and technical staff with diverse backgrounds and responsibilities. 
• Understand the state government finance and budget management process, systems, and the relations of contracts and grants to these areas. 
• Writes and reviews complex documents and the ability to speak and present in front of various audiences.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work Setting, including hazards: Office environment with extensive computer usage. 

Schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. - Monday – Friday.

Travel Requirements: Infrequent but required, may require both in state and out of state travel.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: 

All the following: 

• Five (5) years in the contracts and grants management field. 
• Two (2) years of management experience which includes the supervision of staff. 
• Procurement experience within a local, state, or federal government agency.
• Knowledge of multiple federal agencies grant management rules and reporting processes.

Note - Experience may be gained concurrently.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or public administration. 
• Experience with contract and procurement law. 
• Experience with Washington State Government finance and legislative activities.

Your application should include the following:

• A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.