Contracts Manager

About Greater Lawrence Family Health Center

Established in 1980, GLFHC is a mission-driven, multi-site nonprofit healthcare organization employing more than 700 staff and serving communities throughout the Merrimack Valley. We provide comprehensive, patient-centered care and proudly sponsor the Lawrence Family Medicine Residency Program.

What You'll Do

As the Contracts Manager, you'll lead the administration and oversight of contracts that support GLFHC's grant-funded programs. Reporting to the Director of Grants Administration, you'll supervise Contracts Specialists, manage contract compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support successful grant implementation and minimize organizational risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Contract Administration: Oversee the full lifecycle of grant-related contracts and agreements, including review, execution, amendments, renewals, monitoring, and closeout.
• Manage and Develop Staff: Supervise Contracts Specialists, establish priorities, provide coaching, and support professional development.
• Ensure Compliance: Monitor compliance with contractual obligations, funder requirements, and applicable federal, state, and organizational regulations.
• Support Grant-Funded Programs: Partner with Project Leads, Finance, Compliance, and Procurement teams to monitor deliverables, milestones, and reporting requirements.
• Manage Risk: Identify contractual, operational, financial, and compliance risks and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Drive Process Improvement: Develop and maintain contract management procedures, templates, tracking systems, documentation standards, and internal controls.
• Oversee Partner Agreements: Support the administration of subrecipient and partner agreements and maintain accurate contract records and reporting.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in contracts administration, grants management, procurement, compliance, finance, legal operations, or a related field.
• Experience reviewing, administering, and monitoring contracts and agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, internal controls, documentation standards, and compliance monitoring.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software and funder systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal, state, local, or private grant-funded programs.
• Experience in healthcare, community health, nonprofit, government, or other regulated environments.
• Familiarity with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Familiarity with HRSA requirements and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operations.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.

Why Join GLFHC? | Benefits at a Glance

At GLFHC, your work helps ensure the successful stewardship of funding that supports critical healthcare services throughout our community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Weekly Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Potential Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility

Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, plan terms, and organizational policies.

Join GLFHC and help make a meaningful difference in the health of our community!