Paralegal/Contract Specialist

This position is responsible for working directly with internal stakeholders on drafting, negotiation, assessment, and total lifecycle management of the contract management at HBFF. The Paralegal/Contract Specialist shall also be responsible for the administration of the contract management system. The Paralegal/Contract Specialist must possess strong communication and collaboration skills and have the ability to effectively manage a demanding workload in the execution of multiple concurrent projects across geographic and organizational boundaries.

• Draft, evaluate, and negotiate written contracts of all types, including (in coordination with licensed attorneys representing Hazelden Betty Ford)
• Manage the entire lifecycle of the contractual obligations of the organization, from initiation through execution, amendment, renewal, and termination/expiration, including tracking key milestones, deadlines, and obligations.
• Assist with the development and implementation of contract management processes, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness

• Serve as the point of contract and liaison for all stakeholders on contractual matters and provide contract-related guidance to all stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field, paralegal certificate, or equivalent (5+ years) relevant work experience
• 3+ legal contract experience including drafting, reviewing, and amending contracts/agreements
• Experience in contract management and administration throughout the contract lifecycle process
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with all levels within the organization
• Customer services skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous, and accurate information on the telephone or using email and other written correspondences
• Communication skills sufficient to write and edit reports, letters, and other documents using correct spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure
• Proficient in contract or legal matter management tools, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management or process improvement experience

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the largest nonprofit addiction recovery organization in the United States. It is also one of the most mission-driven places you will find. The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation team is passionate about providing hope and ultimately healing. As a living, growing and evolving institution, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is - at our core- a people-powered organization. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is comprised of 1600+ employees, seventeen treatment sites and produces $190 million dollars in annual revenue. This exemplary organization serves nearly 25,000 people annually and is committed to provide hope and healing for those experiencing addiction to alcohol and other drugs.

What makes this organization unique is its total ecosystem approach to prevention, education, research, advocacy and treatment. All of the parts of the organization work together to inform, develop and deliver evidence- based practices that help people reclaim their futures and restore their hope.

Being "a best place to work" is a strategic goal of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and it's a goal that every employee plays an active role in helping to achieve. Our culture is a reflection of how encouraged and energized we each feel about contributing our ideas and performing to our greatest ability. Join us and do meaningful work.

We deeply value our employees. Working at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation includes a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time-off
• Tuition reimbursement

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs; and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.