Contract Manager

4 weeks ago

Helena, United States State of Montana Full time
Contract Manager-(24142295)

CONTRACT MANAGER

REHABILITATIONS AND PROGRAMS

HELENA, MT

MISSION -  Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment.

If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you

JOB OVERVIEW –  The Contract Manager at the Montana Department of Corrections plays a crucial role in overseeing community corrections contracts for the Community Corrections Facilities & Programs Bureau. The primary responsibilities of this role include ensuring contractual compliance after contract signature, coordinating project initiatives, and managing amendments to contracts as business needs evolve. By utilizing strong communication skills and an in-depth understanding of department policies and state regulations, the Contract Manager monitors facility compliance, oversees quality assurance processes, and resolves issues that arise between facilities, offenders, and their families. This role also plays a key role in managing offender placement and length of stay while collaborating with various divisions within the department.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure and monitor compliance of contracts for prerelease centers and treatment facilities through effective communication. Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the division's compliance with policy and best practices. Participate in audit processes, provide input on applicability, and ensure corrective action plans are executed. Review and assess corrective actions taken by contracted facilities following audits to ensure full compliance. Establish criteria, formulate projects, and assess program effectiveness in alignment with the bureau procedures. Coordinate with the health services staff to ensure adequate health care for offenders. Investigate and resolve issues between contracted facilities and offenders, as well as their relatives and acquaintances. Utilize contract requirements, regulations, and knowledge of criminal justice and case management practices to address operational and program issues concerning offender welfare, placement, and discipline. Disseminate accurate information in a timely and courteous manner to various stakeholders, including contractors, offenders, families, and criminal justice system staff. Monitor the length of stay of offenders placed in contracted facilities, ensuring timely release and cost-effective measures. Review and approve Length of Stay extension requests from facilities, considering the needs of the offender, public safety, and specific offender circumstances.

The Contract Manager is responsible for ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of contracts for community corrections facilities, thereby contributing to the department's commitment to public safety and offender welfare. This role demands a strong understanding of contractual compliance, effective communication, and the ability to adapt to evolving business needs.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS 

Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered.

Resume Cover Letter State of Montana Application

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT.

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.

BENEFITS

Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF. Look to learn more and see if you may qualify

NOTICES

Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 -   Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free -  Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited.

The Montana Department of Corrections is an   EOE / M / F / D / V / SO  (Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sexual Orientation)

QUALIFICATIONS 

Bachelor’s degree required.  Two years of experience in human services.

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