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Goodwill of Colorado
Job Description
Pay: $21.00/hour
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Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm (On-site)
Full-Time position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long Term Disability, and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings. In addition, these positions are eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty, and bereavement leave. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan - must be 18 years of age to participate.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Specialist II, Contracts Compliance Coordinator (Federal, State, and Commercial contracts) supports contract performance by tracking how personnel are assigned, qualified, and maintained to meet specific contractual requirements. This role monitors staffing levels against contract obligations, verifies that assigned personnel hold required credentials and training, and coordinates recruiting activities to address contract-driven workforce needs. The position also tracks proposals and proposal activity to support accurate staffing plans and ensure readiness for contract awards. Overall, the role ensures personnel resources are aligned with contract terms, regulatory requirements, and operational commitments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Contract Compliance:

• Monitor labor utilization, labor categories, certifications, and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Verify that personnel assignments, certifications, and background clearances are current and fully compliant with all contract terms and regulations.
• Regularly review compliance processes to identify gaps, document findings, and escalate compliance risks or breaches to contracts management or leadership as appropriate.

Labor Unitization Monitoring:

• Monitor personnel allocation by labor category across contracts to ensure contractual minimums and performance are met.
• Analyze trends and anticipate gaps or risks related to turnover, contract modifications, or workload changes.
• Provide regular status reports to contracts, operations, and leadership teams.

Bid and Proposal Tracking:

• Track bid due dates, assumptions, and manpower utilization needs for upcoming opportunities.
• Maintain proposal calendars and reminders to ensure timely submissions.
• Support proposal development by providing staffing data, labor category mapping, and compliance input as needed.

Manpower Analysis:

• Develop manpower requirements to support the business objectives.
• Screen and evaluate applicant pool to ensure contract-specific qualifications, certifications, and clearance requirements are met.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and recruiters to assess candidates' suitability for contract labor categories.
• Maintain employment records to support audit readiness and compliance documentation.

Human Resources Coordination:

• Initiate recruiting activities when staffing shortages or upcoming needs are identified.
• Partner with Recruiting and Human Resources (HR) teams to open requisitions tied to specific contracts.
• Support onboarding coordination to ensure new hires are contract-ready by required start dates.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:

• An Associates degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Contracts Management, or a related field is required; experience in lieu of degree may be considered.

Experience:

• Experience in contracts administration, asset management, recruiting, or compliance-related roles is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting government or regulated contracts (e.g., Federal, State, or Commercial contracts).
• Familiarity with labor categories, proposed labor utilization models, or compliance audits.
• Experience working with applicant tracking systems (ATS), contract management systems, or customer relationship management (CRM) tools.

Other:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and deadline management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Human Resource Information System (HRIS) UKG is preferred.
• Contract compliance awareness.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across contracts, operations, HR, and recruiting teams.
• Reporting Structure.
• Reports to Business Manager, Business Services Division and works closely with Business Services Contracts, HR/Recruiting, Operations, and Business Development teams.
• Performance Measures.
• Accuracy and timeliness of talent acquisition, evaluation and placement documentation.
• Compliance with contract labor utilization requirements.
• Effectiveness in identifying and addressing labor gaps.
• Timely tracking and support of bid and proposal deadlines.
• The incumbent will be required and must have the ability to drive for company business*.

*Per auto vehicle insurance carrier requirements: For applicants/employees to qualify for inclusion on the Goodwill driver insurance schedule, for purpose of driving Goodwill fleet vehicles, or for purpose of receiving company mileage reimbursement they must be at least:

• 21 years of age (not engaged in passenger transportation),
• 25 - 70 years of age for all passenger transportation services,
• 25 years of age for CDL.

Applicants/employee will be required to undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and background check; applicants/employees must disclose all moving traffic violations or vehicle crashes (within the last five (5) years)(Note: not all violations are a disqualification for employment and each case will be reviewed by the insurance carrier); must have valid Colorado State driver license; must also be able to operate company vehicle, and adhere to all Federal, State, and local laws governing vehicle operation.
Applicants/employees using their personal vehicle for company business (receiving company mileage reimbursement), must have valid vehicle insurance, valid driver license, and vehicle must be in roadworthy condition.
Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.
Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.
Physical Requirements
Attachment to Job Description
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Guide to Physical Requirements:

• Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Frequently (3-4 hours)
• Occasionally (1-2 hours)
• Never

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)
Heavy: 45 lbs & over - NEVER
Moderate: 15-44 lbs - NEVER
Light: 14 lbs & under - OCCASIONALLY
CARRYING:
Heavy: 45 lbs & over - NEVER
Moderate: 15-44 lbs - NEVER
Light: 14 lbs & under - OCCASIONALLY
PUSHING/PULLING - OCCASIONALLY
REACHING:
Above Shoulder - OCCASIONALLY
At Shoulder - OCCASIONALLY
Below Shoulder - OCCASIONALLY
TWISTING - OCCASIONALLY
BENDING - OCCASIONALLY
KNEELING/CRAWLING - NEVER
SQUAT - NEVER
CLIMBING:
Use of legs only (stairs) - OCCASIONALLY
Use of arms & legs (ladders) - NEVER
HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY
VISION:
Visual, close - CONTINUOUSLY
Visual, distant - CONTINUOUSLY
Visual, depth perception - CONTINUOUSLY
HANDS/FINGERS:
Simple grasping - CONTINUOUSLY
Fine Manipulation - CONTINUOUSLY
Repetitive Movements - CONTINUOUSLY
WALKING - OCCASIONALLY
STANDING - OCCASIONALLY
SITTING - CONTINUOUSLY
SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY
OTHER, please describe - OCCASSIONALLY - Driving
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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