Contract Manager

WORK LOCATION: LaBelle, FL

To Apply:

Go to Welcome to Hendry County, FL (hendryfla.net) to fill out application. Please DO NOT SEND YOUR RESUME.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Contract Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle management of contracts within Hendry County’s Contract Management Department. This role ensures that all county contracts are developed, executed, and monitored in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and funding requirements. The Contract Manager serves as a key liaison between departments, vendors, and external agencies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contract Lifecycle Management

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, amendments, and renewals.

Ensure timely execution and proper documentation of all contracts.

Maintain a centralized contract repository and tracking system.

Compliance & Risk Mitigation

Ensure contracts comply with Florida Statutes, especially Chapter 287.

Monitor contract performance and enforce compliance with terms and conditions.

Identify and mitigate contractual risks.

Procurement Coordination

Collaborate & oversees the issuance of RFPs, RFQs, and ITBs with Procurement and any other associated departments.

Participate in vendor evaluations and selection processes.

Financial Oversight

Track contract budgets, expenditures, and funding sources.

Review and approve invoices and payment requests in coordination with Finance.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare regular reports on contract status, performance, and compliance.

Ensure documentation meets audit and grant requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related inquiries.

Coordinate with internal departments, vendors, and legal counsel

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs directed duties as directed.

Responds to work during a declared state of disaster.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Business, Finance, or related field preferred but not required.

3+ years of experience in contract management, preferably in government.

Knowledge of Florida procurement laws and grant compliance.

FCCM certification preferred.

Strong organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Typical office equipment.

ANTICIPATED STARTING PAY:

Starting annual pay is a minimum of $60,000 and may be higher depending on experience, expertise, skills and knowledge. This is a full-time position that includes County medical benefits and State Retirement.

TO APPLY: Submit a completed Hendry County BOCC Application, Applicant Survey, and Veteran’s Preference form to:

Audelia Bustamante

Hendry County BOCC

P.O. Box 2340 LaBelle, FL 33975

(Physical address: 640 S. Main Street)

Telephone: 863-675-5352

Fax: 863-674-4195

http://www.hendryfla.net

HR@hendryfla.net

HENDRY COUNTY B.O.C.C. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN HIRING OR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES

HENDRY COUNTY B.O.C.C. IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

PREFERENCE IN APPOINTMENT WILL BE GIVEN TO ELIGIBLE VETERANS AND FAMILY MEMBERS

HENDRY COUNTY PARTICIPATES IN THE E-VERIFY PROGRAM

HENDRY COUNTY WILL GENERALLY, UPON REQUEST, PROVIDE APPROPRIATE AIDS AND SERVICES FOR QUALIFIED PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES SO THEY CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS. CONTACT THE HR DIRECTOR AT THE NUMBER AND ADDRESS ABOVE FOR ASSISTANCE.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person