Director, Procurement, Contracts and Compliance

Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) envisions a future where all children are free from school shootings and other acts of violence. As a national nonprofit organization, SHP’s mission is to educate and empower youth and adults to prevent violence in schools, homes, and communities. Creators of the lifesaving, evidence-informed Know the Signs prevention programs, SHP teaches the warning signs of someone who may be in crisis, socially isolated, or at-risk of hurting themselves or others and how to get help. SHP also advances school safety, youth mental health, and responsible gun ownership at the state and federal levels through nonpartisan policy and partnerships.   
 
SHP is led by several family members whose loved ones were killed in the tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012.  

Commitment to Belonging, Community, Engagement, and Respect  

SHP strives to ensure its culture and work environment reflect the values of belonging, community, engagement and respect.  We actively seek to understand and respond to the diverse perspectives and lived experiences of individuals across socioeconomic backgrounds, rural and urban communities, and diversity of thought, in addition to traditional protected categories. We are committed to ensuring that every SHP employee feels heard, valued, and a true sense of belonging.  SHP encourages individuals who share our commitment to these core values and to our mission to apply.   

Location 
We are a U.S. based organization and most of our staff work remotely. We anticipate that this role will require minimal travel.  

About the Role 

As a key member of the Finance team, this role will assist in managing the contract approval process throughout the organization including contract review, routing, visibility, execution, organization, and filing. Will consult with outside legal when necessary. Assist in managing state and local jurisdiction compliance such as business registrations, various state taxes (withholding, unemployment, PFL accounts), acquiring and renewing sales tax exemptions, filing of annual reports, and maintaining charitable solicitation registrations and registered agents in all states as required.  

This role will report to the CFO.  

Job Responsibilities   

• Review and manage contracts and agreements with contractors, consultants, vendors, school districts, community partners, government entities, and funders to ensure clarity, compliance, and risk mitigation for SHP. 
• Draft, revise, and maintain standardized agreement templates, including contractor and consultant agreements, educational and community partner MOUs, data-sharing agreements, and service agreements, ensuring alignment with programmatic needs and legal requirements. 
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on complex or high-risk contract matters as needed. 
• Collaborate with the Development and Finance Grants team to review grant agreements, subawards, and funder requirements, assessing organizational obligations, compliance risks, and appropriate accounting treatment. 
• Develop and standardize procurement guidelines for new vendor and consultant engagements, including clear processes for selection, negotiation, and approval. 
• Lead annual policy reviews and staff trainings to promote consistent adherence to organizational policies related to contracts, procurement, and financial commitments. 
• Manage governmental registrations and compliance reporting, including state business and tax registrations, annual reports, and charitable solicitation filings, ensuring all entities remain in good standing. 
• Maintain relationships with external registered agents in states where required. 
• Obtain and maintain state sales tax exemptions where applicable. 
• Support the CFO with additional responsibilities as needed to advance organizational operations and compliance. 

Desired Skills and Experience 

• 6-10+ years of progressive experience in contracts management, compliance, or related fields. 
• Bachelor’s degree required; related advanced degrees or certifications a plus. 
• Experience procurement and negotiating contracts or agreements. 
• Ability to translate legal and compliance concepts into clear, practical guidance for staff at all levels. 
• Highly organized, systems-oriented, and adept at building processes in a growing organization. 
• Exercises professional judgment that supports equal access, community engagement, and effective communication across diverse populations. 
• A commitment to SHP’s mission and values.      

Benefits and Salary Range  

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 dependent on experience and qualifications"

SHP uses a structured internal rubric to guide salary placement and ensure equitable pay. Typically, new hires are placed at the start of the salary range to ensure equity with current employees, and as a practice, we do not negotiate salaries.  

• SHP offers a competitive benefits package, including: 
  • Unlimited PTO 
  • Flexible schedules 
  • Paid holidays and 10 days sick leave 
  • Paid parental leave 
  • Health, dental, and vision 
  • Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability 
  • 401k match 
  • Professional development stipend 
  • Wellness & mental health support 
  • Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program. 

Our organization operates within a distributed workforce, allowing for location flexibility across the country for most positions. We provide remote office support for all staff, which includes a laptop, home office reimbursement, monthly Wi-Fi reimbursement up to $40, and monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $50.   

Additional Instructions  

• SHP Staff and Volunteers have until Wednesday, January 28, 2025, to submit their application. Please email HR and TA once you have applied.   
• All other applicants have until Monday, February 23, 2025, to apply.  

Equal Opportunity Employment  

SHP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be an employer of choice: where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and do their best work. SHP does not make employment-related decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are focused on promoting multiculturalism and inclusion so that all SHP employees feel valued and respected. We believe deeply that a diverse workforce comprised of people of all beliefs, backgrounds, and life experiences who seek to prevent gun violence and stop the tragic loss of life will make SHP a stronger, more effective organization.