This recruitment will remain open until September 25, 2025. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on September 18, 2025. It is in the applicant’s best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.
Make a Difference: Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!
The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Assistant Contracts Administrator (Contract Specialist 3) position. This role is within the Operations Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.
We are an employer of choice! Here’s why:
- Meaningful work: Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
- Impactful career: Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
- Small agency, big opportunities: Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion: OIC is committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment - by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes.
About the Position
Are you a seasoned contract professional ready to take on a high-impact role? We’re looking for an Assistant Contracts Administrator (Contracts Specialist 3) to lead and shape the contracting process for our agency.
In this pivotal position, you will serve as the agency’s top contract authority, taking the lead on the negotiation, development, and management of complex contracts, interagency agreements, data sharing agreements, leases, and MOUs/MOAs. You'll play a vital role in securing the goods and services that drive our mission forward.
You'll also serve as the go-to expert for resolving challenging contract issues—whether it’s a dispute, protest, or compliance question—ensuring smooth execution and alignment with state and agency policies.
This is a dynamic opportunity for a detail-oriented, strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a tangible impact.
This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Contract Specialist 3 vacancies in the next sixty days.
This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $5,666 - $7,622.
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
- Supportive work environment: We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
- Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
- Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
- Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
- Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
- Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
- And more! Explore our website for additional benefits: https://www.insurance.wa.gov
The duties of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Manage and administer complex contracts, interagency agreements, data sharing agreements, leases, and memorandums for agreement.
- Ensures state (DES/OFM) and agency regulations and guidelines for contracting and procurement are followed, working with the Attorney General's Office as needed.
- Completes annual contracting and IT contracting reports as required by DES.
- Assists with the DES procurement risk assessment.
- Establishes policies and procedures to ensure compliance with contracts, including training other employees on proper contract administration items such as payments and filings.
- Prepare tax and regulatory surcharge billings, analyze insurance premium tax forms and provide assistance to insurance companies.
- Input payroll and insurance data.
- Prepare purchasing documents for approval.
To read more about this position and view all duties, click here to request a position description.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
AND
*Four (4) years of full-time (40 hours per week or equivalent) professional experience within a finance, accounting or payroll office.
*A degree involving major study in public administration, business administration, business law, commerce, economics, mathematics, statistics or closely allied field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation or a foreign equivalent will substitute year for year for professional work experience.
AND
Three (3) years of full-time experience (at the journey level or above) in negotiating, administering or terminating government contracts, contract property management, contract cost or price analysis or contract compliance administration.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated experience building rapport and effectively communicating with stakeholders during the contract process.
- Intermediate Microsoft Word and Excel skills
- Basic Microsoft Outlook skills
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated knowledge of Washington State regulations, policies and procedures related to contract administration, including preparation, terminology, development, and negotiation.
- Six months of HRMS experience.
- Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) certificate or Certified Contract Management Associate (CCMA) certificate.
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, business law, commerce, economics, mathematics, statistics or closely allied field.
Ready to join us?
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Welcome to the OIC
Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at the OIC!
- This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
- Wage/salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).
- State law (RCW 48.02.090[5]) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest, directly or indirectly, in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency, you agree to abide by this state law.
- Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- If claiming veteran status, please send your DD 214 to recruitment@oic.wa.gov with CS3_2025-06414 in the subject line. Please do not attach the DD 214 to your application materials. Please black out personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.
- The Office of Insurance Commissioner is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Recruitment@oic.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
- If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing (log in, password or email issues) or completing your application (error messages), please call toll-free at (855) 524-5627.
- Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact us at recruitment@oic.wa.gov.
Compensation details: 32.56-43.8 Hourly Wage
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