Overview

First Place For Youth-Join Our Team Video!Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team. About First Place for Youth, We're a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed. Why Work at First Place For Youth:Meaningful Impact: Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.Innovative Approach: We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you'll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.Comprehensive Benefits: We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.Culture of Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.POSITION SUMMARY: The position of Director of Contracts and Compliance is a vital role of a growing public contracts team at First Place. Working closely with the VP of Contracts and Compliance, this dynamic role supports and guides many aspects of public contracting-including working with multiple local, county, and statewide funders, providing critical lead guidance and support on procurement processes, and overseeing contract management and compliance across California with a focus on Los Angeles. The Director will work with the VP of Contracts and Compliance to shape, plan, and implement First Place's public contracts strategy, which includes ensuring the solicitation of new and existing procurements, compliance processes, and building and maintaining funder partnerships for approximately 25-30 contracts totaling $30 Million Dollars annually. The Director will oversee two members of the Contracts team: the Contract and Compliance Manager and the Contracts Associate. Currently, the Contracts and Compliance Department is responsible for identifying new funding sources, submitting proposals for published RFP's, maintaining existing contracts, ensuring program regulatory compliance, and representing the agency in various public facing convenings. The department explores various public funding opportunities including the use of CalAIM as an additional revenue source. The Director is a new position to build capacity for the department to expand its presence and oversight of all public contracts, particularly in the Los Angeles region as the agency sets out to expand programming in multiple jurisdictions in the coming years. The Director will be the agency lead for the Los Angeles contracts as well as resource and technical expert for Community Care Licensing compliance.DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES: Public Funding ProcurementAs directed by the VP, oversee the procurement process for public funds from inception to submission including researching, writing, and packaging proposals with support from the Contracts Team.Stay informe