DIR, CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary:
The Director of Contract Administration and Compliance is responsible for directing the daily issues of Contract Administration and serves as a liaison between contract clients and the field. Supervisory responsibilities integral to this position.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Contract Administration and Compliance Director oversees the management of an internal team engaged in development and support of contract management. Performs duties typically expected of a director, including performance reviews, project planning, hiring, disciplinary actions, terminations, and process improvements.
• Oversees the process for identifying short and long-term objectives and developing comprehensive strategies to achieve them.
• The Contract Administration and Compliance Director is a point for contact and collaborates with other departments to successfully administer GEO’s contracts.
• Responsible for assisting and supervising the review of responses to proposals and new contracts to identify potential issues and company responsibilities.
• Works with the company’s finance team to assist in the collection of outstanding accounts receivable.
• The Contract Administration and Compliance Director communicates with clients to address contractual concerns, strengthen client relationships, and build trust in the company.
• Serves as a point of contact to regional offices and facilities.
• The Contract Administration and Compliance Director is responsible for assisting in the department’s annual budget.
• Directs development and preparation of tracking reports and other reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Eight (8) years of progressive experience in a professional level capacity with exposure to procurement or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity. Extensive knowledge of federal acquisition process, government contracting principles, and governing regulations (Federal Acquisition Regulation).
• Ability to manage multiple work assignments and meet critical deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of contracting principals.
• Experience in management and administrative procedures, with strong analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to make presentations to diverse audiences.
• Regular travel with overnight stays required.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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