Contract Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Idaho, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Act as the main contracts resource for designated Pods, Business Units, and Division Priorities.

• Oversee intake, project consultation, due diligence assessments, agreement formulation, legal collaboration, approval processes, signature management, amendments, and contract closure activities.

• Track agreement status, deliverables, contractual commitments, and compliance obligations.

• Assist in contract execution and implementation processes.

• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, Delegation of Authority standards, and risk management protocols.

• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Grants, and Operations to facilitate effective contract management.

• Work alongside Project Managers, Program Managers, Award Managers, and other personnel throughout the contract lifecycle.

• Offer guidance on contract procedures, templates, documentation necessities, approval pathways, and organizational standards.

• Coordinate with the Division contracts structure to ensure unified service delivery.

• Engage in and support the Contracts Community of Practice.

• Foster consistent contracting practices, tools, and procedures within the Division.

• Contribute to process enhancements, system improvements, organizational initiatives, and change management efforts.

• Cultivate constructive working relationships that encourage collaboration, accountability, and effective management of organizational resources.

• Deliver contract services, ensure compliance, provide stakeholder support, and enhance operational effectiveness within assigned areas.

• Identify and escalate compliance issues, risks, and operational challenges.

• Maintain ongoing professional growth and participate in related contracting training activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Finance, Legal Studies, Environmental Policy, Public Administration, or a related field, along with 3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination.

• TNC Certified Contract Specialist (CCS) certification or the ability to obtain certification within specified timeframes.

• Experience in developing or managing contracts, agreements, amendments, or similar business documents.

• Preferred experience in a non-profit role with similar responsibilities.

• Capability to interpret and implement established policies, procedures, and business requirements.

• Proven experience in building and maintaining productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including state directors, project managers, legal teams, and HR.

• Familiarity with contract management systems, document management systems, financial systems, or related technology platforms.

• Multi-lingual abilities and/or multi-cultural experience are valued.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational capabilities and meticulous attention to detail.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a complex, mission-oriented setting.

• Experience working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary, or geographically dispersed organization.

• Must fulfill The Nature Conservancy's background screening criteria.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health care benefits.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match.

• Parental leave.

• Accrued paid time off.

• Life insurance.

• Disability coverage.

• Employee assistance program.

• Additional life and work well-being benefits.

• Flexible work environment.

• Opportunities for career development.