Contract Specialist

Position Details

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Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:

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We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

Work week is 37.5 hrs.

A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!

Holidays – Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays

Annual and Sick Leave – Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave

Health Insurance – Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.

Educational/Tuition Benefits – Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.

Retirement Plans – Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).

Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.

Wellness Programs – PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

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Position Information

Position Title Contract Specialist

Banner Position Number 000999 E-Class CX - Class Exempt FT - .53 or > Department Office of Purchasing - MU4100 Job Description

Serves as the University's open-end contracts administrator which includes bidding, awarding and renewing contracts and contract management duties to ensure positive results and optimized savings.

Assists the procurement function and advises internal and external customers concerning procurement procedures and requirements used in the competitive bid, Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and other methods of procurement.

Reviews submitted bids and proposals for accuracy, completeness, adherence to specifications and regulations, language and terms and other contractual matters.

Research and reviews cooperative contracts to see if they can be utilized by the university. Works with vendors to meet university and State of WV policies and procedures.

Perform full range of pre-award procurement actions that are complex in nature, where specialized judgment or advanced experience is required to determine method and process for procurement.

Proofreads contract-related documents for accuracy, examining them for correctness and other considerations, and recommends solutions.

Maintains contract records and files and may prepares ad-hoc reports on contracts, expenditures, and related contract information.

Monitors contract expiration dates and processes contract modification requests including, but not limited to, needed time extensions, vendor limit increases, price adjustments and closeouts.

Makes recommendations on changes in contracting strategy, including consideration of consolidations of inter-governmental cooperative approaches.

Expedites contracts as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range $39,500 - $51,400 - Salary may be increased based off education, experience, and internal equity. Salary Type Salary Time Type Full-Time Work Location MU - Marshall University

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Business Law, Finance, Accounting Purchasing or closely related field.

Experience

Minimum three (3) years progressively responsible experience in purchasing

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Experience

Minimum five (5) years progressively responsible experience in public purchasing, including contract management responsibilities.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MU950E

Open Date 08/24/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

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