Contract Coordinator II

Contract Coordinator II

Salary $82,411.20 - $105,180.00 Annually

Location Everett, WA

Job Type Full-Time

Job Number 2026-00002

Department Human Services

Division Human Services Administration

Opening Date 01/09/2026

Closing Date 1/25/2026 11: 59 PM Pacific

 Description

Join Our Human Services Administration Team!

Description Purpose:

Snohomish County Human Services is hiring a qualified individual to join the Administrative Services Division in the Contracts Unit. The Contracts Unit is responsible for the coordination and processing of nearly 1000 contracts annually.

About you:

You are a highly organized individual with strong attention to detail. You enjoy processes and procedures and are self-directed. You can multi-task, accommodate frequent interruptions and prioritize competing deadlines. You enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with many competing priorities and developing working relationships with others within the County as well as external clients.

Position Purpose:

Coordinates and processes items throughout the Executive/Council approval process and ensures deadlines, guidelines and authorization requirements are met. This position also coordinates and processes agreements with agencies, vendors, and subcontractors. The process includes proofing/revising contracts and documents related to the contracting process; verifying documents for required information and appropriate signatures; and providing quality control to ensure documents are accurate and complete. This position will assist the Administration Team in answering the main Human Services phone line and will work in office only.

To be considered:

Applicants must electronically submit an application through Snohomish County’s Neo Gov site by 11: 59 p.m. on the closing date. A resume and cover letter are required. When your application is complete, verify the information and make sure there is nothing missing. Be sure to verify your education and/or experience comply with the minimum requirements section of this posting. Click on APPLY & SUBMIT and then click on CHECK APPLICATION STATUS. If you have problems with your application, please contact Neo Gov Application Support at 855-524-5627.

Salary Specifics:

This is a non-exempt classified position, Pay Grade 240 with a six-step salary structure. Starting salary is step one at $6867.60 per month/$82,411.20 annually.

About Human Services:

The Human Services Department mission is to help all people meet their basic needs and develop their potential by providing timely, effective human services and building community. The Human Services Department consists of approximately 350 diverse, friendly, and dedicated employees who receive outstanding benefits and competitive wages. Employees are appreciated and have the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. Snohomish County is thriving and is a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a life-long career with Snohomish County Government.

Snohomish County Human Services strives to be an equitable and trauma-informed department. Our department believes every interaction, procedure, and policy provides an opportunity to build a pathway toward a more resilient and restorative Snohomish County.

Job Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Please reach out to Joeann Turck at  joe.turck@snoco.org with any questions regarding this posting.

BASIC FUNCTION

To coordinate, administer, and manage the action packages (including but not limited to Executive Council Approval Forms (ECAF'S), motions, ordinances, resolutions, matrices, and other documents as appropriate) and the contract process within the Human Services Department. To ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, county code requirements and contractor insurance documentation.

Job Duties

1. Coordinates and processes grants, contracts and inter-local agreements and makes applications for such; board appointments, budget transfers, FTE increases; reviewing and preparing departmental action packages; prepares necessary documents; monitors the process throughout the Executive/Council approval process; ensures deadlines, guidelines and authorization requirements are met.
2. Coordination and processes agreements with agencies, vendors and subcontractors: proofs and corrects contracts and documents related to the contracting process; verifies documents for required information and appropriate signatures; and provides quality control to ensure documents are accurate and complete.
3. Performs lead role in the annual Grant Work Plan process in conjunction with annual budget process; reviews and assembles final Grant Work Plan; prepares required forms for Executive Office and Council approval; provides to department staff use in funding source approval process; and prepare year-end report as required per County Code.
4. Maintains and updates the department's Basic Terms and Conditions; ensures content is up-to-date and conform with federal, state and local laws, county code and other legislation as appropriate.
5. Researches legislation, state and federal laws, and county code to confirm specific requirements and cite basis information applicable to departmental contracts; develops and updates procedures to conform to changes in laws and funding agency requirements; communicates changes and trains departmental staff on such.
6. Act as a liaison with the Executive's Office, Council, Department of Finance, and Risk Management during the action package review and approval process, and other departments as required.
7. Coordinates with the County's Risk Management department, funding agencies, department contractors and/or insurance companies/agencies to ensure insurance requirements are fulfilled; assists in the development of new and revised risk management policies and procedures with the County Risk Management department and the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
8. Creates and maintains department contract templates to include but not be limited to agency contract cover page and exhibits, legislative documents, and interdepartmental tracking sheets; updates documents as required based on federal, state or local law, county code and department procedures; secures approval from other county departments as required.
9. Leads, trains, and provides technical assistance to department staff, and reviews work of Contract Coordinator I.
10. Recognizes and advises appropriate staff members of potential contract problems, and/or potential efficiencies and improvements; researches solutions/efficiencies; recommends and implements updated procedures and improvements.
11. Develops and maintains computerized data management system for departmental contract information utilizing available hardware and software; develops and provides reports as needed for division managers, department director and Executive's Office.
12. Creates and maintains electronic and hard copy files; preserves records according to federal, state and county laws and requirements.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

1. Performs related duties as required.
2. May perform all the duties of subordinate level employees.
3. Maintains contract manuals as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in business or public administration, PLUS, one (1) year of experience in human services programs, contract preparation and processing, or in a closely related field; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.  Must pass job related tests.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

• County code pertaining to human services contract administration
• State and federal laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to human services contract administration
• operations of Human Services Department and Snohomish County Government
• relevant policies, regulations, methods and procedures with regard to contracting and contract processing
• insurance requirements pertaining to human services contracts
• correct grammar, spelling, and English usage
• research methods and techniques;
• Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Outlook, Access and Excel
• records archival requirements and processes

Ability to:

• communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, county staff, contractors, insurance companies/agencies, and governmental agencies
• perform contract administration duties in support of department contracts
• research, interpret, and apply relevant county code, federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines within area of assignment
• organize and maintain information with a high degree of accuracy
• manage multiple assignments and projects to meet deadlines
• work independently with minimal supervision; prioritize and organize workload
• exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned responsibility
• prepare and maintain a variety of correspondence, reports and files
• operate standard office equipment, including scanning and image converter equipment, and other job-related software applications.

SUPERVISION
The employee is supervised by the administrative division manager and receives directives from program supervisors, division managers and the Director of Human Services as appropriate.  Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed through status reports, meetings and evaluation of results obtained.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice

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