Contract & Policy Manager

Full Job Description

CONTRACT & POLICY MANAGER

The Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity’s (GOEO) vision is to create the world’s best economy and quality of life. The office accomplishes its vision by cultivating economic prosperity in Utah.

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, motivated individual to fulfill our Contract & Policy Manager position. The intent of the position is to monitor contracts and facilitate necessary policy governance.

Principal Duties

Provide technical assistance and consultation on agency contracts, including incentive contracts providing grants and tax credits through the economic development programs GOEO administers under state law.

Technical assistance can include review of state, federal, department and/or division requirements to ensure contracts and agreements are developed accurately and consistently.

• Use a contract database to create, negotiate, and oversee the signing of contractual agreements in a timely manner.

• Act as a liaison between GOEO and the contract awardees.

• Monitor and analyze performance of contracts and their outcomes, developing reports according to mandatory timelines.

• Review fiscal operations to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data.

• Monitor and address internal policy and procedure, proposing amendments as needed.

Ideal Candidate

• Relevant professional experience reviewing, drafting, monitoring and developing contracts.

• Experience in government program administration; implementing and interpreting statute and/or administrative rule.

• Experience or familiarity with finance and compliance operations.

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

• Ability to multitask and thrive in a deadline-driven environment.

About the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO)

The Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) is focused on Utah’s commitment to economic development statewide.

The office’s mandate is to provide rich business resources for the creation, growth, and recruitment of companies to Utah and to increase tourism and film production in the state.

GOEO accomplishes this mission by administering programs based on targeted industries that demonstrate the best potential for development.

GOEO utilizes state resources, partner collaborations, and private-sector contracts to fulfill its mission.

The office is at the World Trade Center at City Creek (60 East South Temple, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111).

Working for the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity allows you to help facilitate economic opportunities for Utah’s businesses and communities. You’ll receive an excellent compensation package that includes generous paid time off, top-notch retirement options, and a variety of medical insurance plans. For more information on the benefits we offer, please click here.