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Contract Administrator I
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Posting Details
Title Information
Security Sensitive Position? Yes
Hours of Work 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number TSU203612
Official TSU Title Contract Administrator I
Grant Title N/A
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary Oversee and manages policy for advanced and complex contract duties in support of large scope, high-dollar or high-risk contracts. Oversees the execution and administration of contracts by defining requirements, participating and advising on negotiations and ensuring compliance with policy, law and acceptable contracting practices. Monitors progress/benchmarks, financial expenditures, allocations and inspects final results. Serves as the point of contact for contracts and related issues. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Essential Duties Summary
Confers with procurement staff, legal staff and management on various
legal matters; inspects and reviews contracts for compliance with
certification requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Develops short and long-term strategies and goals for the administration
of assigned contracts.
Develops, writes, revises and/or prepares, procurement documents, change
orders, work orders, agreements, time extensions and acceptance testing.
May conduct training on complex contracting issues of statewide
significance.
Oversees and provides advanced technical assistance to plan, develop,
implement, and monitor effective programs; researches and makes
recommendations concerning contract administration systems.
Oversees contract documents and ensures management understands and
authorizes contract terms involving multiple statewide contracting
programs.
Oversees development, writing, revision and/or preparation of highly
complex contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procedures, forms, related
documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reports.
Oversees maintenance, updating, and compilation of detailed data, reports,
summaries, files, records, logs statistics or specific contracts including
procurement documents and revisions; oversees writing of routine and
unique correspondence.
Researches complex state and federal statutes and opinions, Department
policies and previous contracts.
Develops and implements management controls and oversight procedures.
Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures
pertaining to functional area.
Oversees the operations and activities of monitoring contract performance,
including developing and tracking key metrics.
Coordinates the training of new professional and/or technical contract
staff.
Facilitates analysis, oversees interpretation of legislation, statutes,
federal regulations and implements the development of policies and
procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental
regulations.
% FTE 1.0
Hiring Range $59,442.00 - $75,788.56
Education Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related discipline.
Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year
basis. Substitutions for minimum qualifications.
Required Licensing/Certification
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
Contract negotiation, development and management methods
Contract writing and specifications
Contract administration/management systems
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Legal terminology
Skill in:
Analyzing issues, facts, and available information to develop logical
solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct
inferences from information and making recommendations that support
business decisions.
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments.
Developing and giving presentations.
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.
Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and
technical information.
Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal
laws and regulations specific to functional area.
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with
individuals and groups, both internal and external
Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
Administrative practices and procedures to include writing, editing and
report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and
records management
Ability to:
Prepare detailed reports.
Work independently.
Use Banner or similar data base.
Communicate effectively.
Work Experience
Six (6) years of contract administration, contract management, contract
development, or related experience (Experience can be satisfied by full
time or prorated part time equivalent)
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure,
which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems,
cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water
treatment system.
Working/Environmental Conditions
Limited standing and/or walking.
Handling light weight objects.
Using or carrying equipment.
Stoop, bend or lift.
May require routine travel.
Desired start date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
UA EEO Statement It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Close Date
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have six (6) years of contract administration, contract management, contract development, or related experience? (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part-time equivalent).
Yes
No
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related discipline? Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for minimum qualifications.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related discipline
Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis
None of the above
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
Do you have a Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM)?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Official Transcripts
Other Document
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3
