Director of Contracts

Position Information

The Director of Contracts will be responsible for leading and managing all functions of the Contracts Department including, but not limited to negotiating and contracting for Clinical, GME and UME professional services on behalf of UCR School of Medicine (SOM), and the UCR Medical Group, the faculty practice group of the SOM, as well as sustaining a clear contracting workflow. The incumbent will also serve as a key UCR SOM representative with all internal and external parties in order to timely research and resolve contract-related operational issues, as well as act as liaison to health plans, referral medical groups, and other third party payers to ensure ongoing satisfaction with UCR SOM and/or UCOP regulations. The incumbent will review all contractual supporting documentation essential to the development of contract negotiation and work closely with Campus Council in the review of all contracts. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining and reviewing all contract files, including the appropriate supporting documentation submitted by the contract requesting department. This may include fair market valuations, conflict of interest/business associate/exclusions screenings, insurance certificates, corporation searches, business licenses, etc. Also, the incumbent will ensure accurate tracking of contract expirations dates, prepare regular contracts status reports for SOM department managers and leadership teams, and address compliance-related issues as needed. The incumbent must possess very strong working relationships and negotiation skills/techniques, in order to effectively build and sustain effective collaborative efforts with internal and external affiliates. The full salary range for this position is $87,300 - $163,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $130,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Required

Degree

Juris Doctor, MBA or Masters in Healthcare Management or related field.

Requirement

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience

6 - 10 years of related experience.

Requirement

Required

Experience

Experience working in a hospital, medical group, or health plan environment coordinating and administering managed care contracts, conducting negotiations, and overseeing the daily and strategic operations for a contracts management office.

Requirement

Experience

ACO (Accountable Care organization) experience.

Requirement

Minimum Requirements

Advanced knowledge of contracting principles and practices, methods and procedures used in competitive procurement, including value analysis, and source selection techniques.Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, goals, mission, rules, policies, guidelines, etc.Advanced written, verbal and interpersonal communications; advanced ability to deal with broad and diverse constituencies with advanced customer service orientation and skills.Advanced organizational, presentation and negotiation skills.Advanced listening, political acumen skills and problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills.Advanced knowledge and understanding of specific contracting assignments.Ability to education and train diverse teams in the understanding of the SOM contracting workflow and process.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of contract law, the California Public Contract Code and an advanced understanding of University's Business and Finance Bulletins and other relevant rules, guidelines, policies and practices.Knowledge in the healthcare contracting and environment - medical terminology,Possess strong team collaboration skills.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.

Custom Scope

Uses advanced contract administration skills to draft and issue highly complex or customized contracts. Provides consultation, advice on drafting complex contracts and assistance in the interpretation of contract language, which may include consultation with General Counsel, and guidance from University policies and procedures.

Department Custom Scope

The Director of Contracts will be responsible for leading and managing all functions of the Contracts Department including, but not limited to negotiating and contracting for Clinical, GME and UME professional services on behalf of UCR School of Medicine (SOM), and the UCR Medical Group, the faculty practice group of the SOM, as well as sustaining a clear contracting workflow. The incumbent will also serve as a key UCR SOM representative with all internal and external parties in order to timely research and resolve contract-related operational issues, as well as act as liaison to health plans, referral medical groups, and other third party payers to ensure ongoing satisfaction with UCR SOM and/or UCOP regulations. The incumbent will review all contractual supporting documentation essential to the development of contract negotiation and work closely with Campus Council in the review of all contracts. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining and reviewing all contract files, including the appropriate supporting documentation submitted by the contract requesting department. This may include fair market valuations, conflict of interest/business associate/exclusions screenings, insurance certificates, corporation searches, business licenses, etc. Also, the incumbent will ensure accurate tracking of contract expirations dates, prepare regular contracts status reports for SOM department managers and leadership teams, and address compliance-related issues as needed. The incumbent must possess very strong working relationships and negotiation skills/techniques, in order to effectively build and sustain effective collaborative efforts with internal and external affiliates.