Contract Technician - Business Services

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $31.94 - $39.29 Hourly Department: Department of County Human Services (DCHS) Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): July 23, 2026 The Opportunity: Please note: This recruitment will remain open until the close date listed or until 150 applications are received - whichever event occurs first County Human Services’ Business Services Division coordinates and provides all procurement and contracting functions for more than 350 contracts and assures the implementation of, and compliance with, all county, state and federal fiscal policies and procedures related to the business of the Department.  The Contract Technician requests and manages all insurance documents related to contracts, assists in the creation of Purchase Orders, develops new business process documents, assists in creating internal controls, assists staff and suppliers with the MMP supplier portal and maintains a desk manual for the Contract Technician positions. We are looking for a detail oriented problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and has excellent time management skills. If you desire to be part of this tight-knit, supportive team, please apply without delay! Primary responsibilities include: Request and manage insurance certificates Development of a variety of documents including training documents, desk manual, business processes, internal controls in direct relation to the MMP and Workday ERP systems Provides technical and administrative assistance in the research, design, development, implementation, monitoring and documentation of internal processes. Provides technical assistance and support to the Preschool for All Program as required in the development of comprehensive and complete documents. , Assists suppliers with system registration, troubleshoots duplicate supplier records, verifies that all Preschool for All suppliers have active and accurate profiles and are ready for contracting. Generates Purchase Orders in Workday as required by program once contracts are fully executed in MMP. ​ To Qualify We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree  Minimum one (1) year of specialized, increasingly responsible clerical experience. Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills. Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values. Ability to work with a team and collaborate to solve problems. Comfort with competing deadlines and handling change. Resourceful in learning and problem solving Attention to detail Demonstrated experience in time management and pr ioritization We acknowledge that experience and transferable skills can be obtained through traditional and non-traditional means, we encourage and support all candidates who believe they have the experience needed to apply. *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. The Application Packet: (Attachments will not be reviewed unless specifically requested.) Only apply once for this opportunity. Your completed application must include the following:   Submit an online application AND; Attach a resume demonstrating you meet the minimum qualifications AND; Attach a Cover Letter including the following information: Describe how your background makes you a great candidate in this role described in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Describe any work experience and transferable skills that include a commitment to racial justice and equity.  Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting.  Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview. We will not review attached files that are not your resume, your cover letter, or documentation that establishes your eligibility for veterans' preference . The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all attachments by the closing date of the recruitment. Please attach veterans' preference documentation to the separate Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire, not the regular application. Please contact the recruiter as soon as possible if you experience complications uploading your attachments. Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire. External applicant: When completing the application on Workday as an external candidate (including volunteers, unpaid interns, contractors, and community partners) through https://multco.us/jobs , you will come to