Resp & Qualifications
PURPOSE:
The Lead Contract Specialist will play a pivotal role in taking charge of the processes including facilitating meeting with various levels of leadership and education and implementation on service level requirements (SLRs), which are a key cornerstone of the work performed within the organization. Under the direction of the leadership this role will conduct continual improvement assessments to maximize the value of key stakeholder activities and deliverable; to ensure projects meet contractual obligations. Provides guidance and/or training to others across the organization to ensure compliance with SLRs and other contractual obligations. This role may also serve as a contract negotiator; in working with leadership, legal, key customers and BCBSA; to effect change to the current contract, development of contract amendments and/or change orders, interpretation of current contract and contractual deliverables.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.
Experience: 8 years experience in health insurance benefit/product knowledge, benefits delivery systems or contract management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Salary Range: $79,920 - $158,730
Salary Range Disclaimer
The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Department
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Where To Apply
Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers
Federal Disc/Physical Demand
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Sponsorship in US
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship
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