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STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE - Department of Education CONTRACT SPECIALIST(Job Id 50975) in Concord, New Hampshire
CONTRACT SPECIALIST(Job Id 50975)
Location: US:NH:CONCORD
Occupation Category: 13-0000
Business and Financial Operations Occupations Employment Type: FULL-TIME Post Date: 04/16/2026
Close Date: 05/07/2026
Salary: 25.400-34.140
Department of Education
Division of Learner Support
Bureau of Special Education Support
25 Hall Street
Concord, NH 03301
Contract Specialist
Position #13141
$25.40/hour - $34.14/hour
This position is full-time, 37.5 hours a week.
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Education, Division of Learner Support and Bureau of Special Education Support has a full-time, vacancy for a Contract Specialist.
Summary:
To analyze and interpret fiscal data, policies and procedures for use in planning and developing state and federal special education programs for students with disabilities ages 3-21 within the Bureau of Special Education Support, Division of Learner Support.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS:Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Other information:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in education or business management.
License/Certification:Valid drivers license and access to transportation for use in statewide travel.
Other Requirements:None
Trainee Option:Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:None
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:None
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
Researches, develops and drafts program policy for processing of contracts and the contract process to ensure compliance with state and federal law in all contracts, purchase orders and invoices for IDEA grants, SPDG finances, SSIP finances, state general funds and all funding awarded to the state for the support of students with disabilities.
Analyzes and interprets contract information to assist in developing special education programming for students with disabilities.
Consults with state and local officials as well as private agencies around the development of contracts and financial obligations of the bureau.
Provides information and interpretations to contractors, grant award recipients, public entities as well as to the Bureau Administrator.
Analyzes existing contracts, fiscal obligations and budget parameters in order to recommend effective changes and ensure compliance with state and federal laws regarding supporting students with disabilities.
Consults with staff, state and local officials, as well as private agencies and families to ensure coordination in the implementation of programs for students with disabilities.
Researches, develops and prepares requests for proposals, Governor and Council le ters, short form contracts and cooperative agreements.
Makes formal presentations and explains federal and state regulations regarding contracts, budgetary obligations and fiscal obligations in order to implement the programs policies and procedures.
For further information please contact Zachary Jacques, Supervisor,Zachary.M.Jacques@doe.nh.gov.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
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