Description:

A Non-Profit Organization is excited to announce an opportunity for a regular, full-time, and exempt position that will oversee the NFF's service contracts, procurement, and related activities. This role will encompass legal oversight and management of the NFF's service contracts, purchases, and other similar actions to advance the organization's conservation investments nationwide.

Position Function: The Contracts & Procurement Manager - Attorney will report directly to the Conservation Awards Director and work closely with Conservation Awards staff, program staff, and accounting teams to oversee the organization's procurement of services and goods. This role is pivotal in overseeing the organization's procurement of services and goods while ensuring all contracts are legally sound, compliant with laws and regulations, and supportive of strategic initiatives and conservation efforts.

Position Duties and Responsibilities: The Contracts and Procurement Manager is responsible for:

Oversee the implementation of the organization's procurement policy and ensure legal and compliance requirements are met.
Coordinate with staff seeking to engage in procurement actions and provide advice throughout the procurement process.
Provide dynamic, engaged leadership of contracts and procurement team.
Lead advancement of organizational priorities to diversify vendor base and increase the proportion vendor from disadvantaged communities or with recognized disadvantaged/underserved designations ensuring legal compliance and support.
Solicit and coordinate bids for large projects offering legal scrutiny and advice on potential transactions.
Practice active risk management in contracts and procurement to reduce organizational exposure.
Lead staff teams to review bids and select vendors, and award contracts based on price, quality, performance considerations, and other factors.
Facilitate the development and negotiation of agreements, ensuring legal and organizational standards are upheld.
Provide substantive review of agreements for legal compliance and accuracy, resolving discrepancies consistent with organizational requirements.
Review and update standard contract templates to reflect best practices and organizational changes.
Work with other departments within the organization to ensure that contracts are effective and sound and make recommendations for improvement where necessary.
Conduct occasional reviews to ensure vendor compliance with contract terms, from both procurement and legal perspectives.
Oversee review and approval of invoices from vendors to ensure that they accurately reflect services rendered or goods delivered and compliant with all requirements.
Oversee training for all staff on procurement, contracts, and purchasing.
Conduct legal and policy research and make recommendations for matters relating to conservation awards matters and natural resource issues.

Travel: This position requires occasional domestic travel to attend meetings, trainings, convenings, and related events. The travel estimate for this position is up to 5% per year.

Requirements:
Education and Qualifications: NFF expects the Contracts and Procurement Manager to possess the following educational and experiential qualifications:

A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
A minimum of three years of experience in contract law, with a strong preference for candidates who have experience in contracts, procurement and/or natural resource law.
Professional certification in contracting or procurement is preferred but not required; additional qualifications in environmental or natural resources matters are advantageous.
A demonstrated commitment to the mission of the NFF and a deep understanding of National Forest management or other natural resource issues.
Candidates should possess a blend of legal expertise and practical experience in contracting, procurement, bid evaluation/review, and contract preparation.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.