Job Description

JJYS Program Administrator II-Service Continuum and Contract Administrator II

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $33.08 - $49.69 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Lupe Orozco | lorozco@utah.gov

Application Deadline – 9/7/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) is seeking a skilled Service Continuum and Contract Administrator II to lead full-lifecycle contract management and procurement operations. This position serves as the primary contractual authority for the division, responsible for negotiating high-level provider agreements, drafting precision Scopes of Work (SOWs), and ensuring strict adherence to the Utah Procurement Code. Through strategic contract development and fiscal oversight, you will build and monitor the contractual frameworks that drive JJYS youth placement strategies and community-based programs.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Write, review, and negotiate complex contracts, grants, Data Sharing Agreements (DSAs), and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).
• Draft detailed Scopes of Work (SOW) with clear, enforceable outcome measures.
• Lead full-lifecycle procurement actions for services, goods, and IT/technology. Author Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and bid requests, evaluate vendor proposals for specification compliance, and issue formal award recommendations.
• Serve as the single point of contact for JJYS vendor relationships. Perform fiscal auditing, track contract budgets, and use advanced Excel models to monitor vendor performance and expenditure data.
• Ensure all statewide cooperative contracts and divisional procurements follow state/federal regulations and the Utah Procurement Code. Conduct procurement training for public entities statewide.
• Partner with JJYS leadership, finance, and community providers to structure contracts that prioritize home-based care over high-level placement, reducing lengths of stay in congregate settings.
• Oversee division scheduling/timekeeping software, manage donation systems, and coordinate IT duplicate record resolutions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive, demonstrated experience in full-lifecycle contract administration, RFP development, and public procurement.
• Proven background in drafting, negotiating, and enforcing complex contracts, MOUs, and Scopes of Work.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling, contract budget tracking, and performance analysis.
• Exceptional written communication, critical thinking, and negotiation skills.

Preference

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or a closely related field.
• 2+ years of contract management, public purchasing, or DHHS services administration.
• Specialized experience in IT procurement or technology-related contract management.

About the Role

Location –

195 North 1950 West

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116

United States

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required –

Schedule Code – AR - Employees who make statewide policy

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to providing care for individuals and families of Utah. Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) provides a continuum of prevention, intervention, supervision and rehabilitation services and programs to youth offenders while assuring public safety. For more information on Juvenile Justice and Youth Services with the Department of Health and Human Services, please click here!

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.