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Contract Administrator

DC Department of Human Resources
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
Job Summary

This position is located in the D.C. Department of Corrections, Office of the Deputy Director for Management Support, Contract Administration Division. CDA's Operational focus is on supporting activities related to inmate care and custody. The purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, administrative policies, and District regulations, as well as identifying issues/problems that may hinder contractual performance of program operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

Serves as Contracting Officer’s technical representative for one or more of department’s contractual services to ensure compliance with contracts/grants/agreements. Develops and implements metrics for evaluating contract performance; evaluates contract-based operations to ensure efficient and effective operation, as well as compliance with contractual requirements. Obtains all needed signatures, authorization, and certifications for contract proposal documents. Monitors contractor performance for compliance with applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, contract data reporting requirements, and other contractual requirements.

Participates in development of funding/budget proposals to support departmental programs and initiatives. Coordinates with the Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) to ensure contract obligations are met. Evaluates and reviews, policies, and procedures for contract administration. Participates in the development of corrective actions plans for review by agency senior management officials, contracting officers and vendors as well as policies and procedures.

Qualifications And Education

A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field;

Or

At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

AND

Specialized Experience: Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. To be creditable, applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

None.

Work Environment

Work is primarily sedentary performed in an office setting in a correctional Facility with some travel to other offices, facilities and varied locations for projects, monitoring, or conferences.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday Flexibility in work schedule may be required.

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-1102-11

Promotional Potential: CS-1102-12

Duration of Appointment: Career Service Appointment.

Collective Bargaining Agreement: This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of the DC Personnel Regulations, suitability. This position has been designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol Testing

Residency Preference: Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap or political affiliation.

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