Contract Administrator

Salary Range $35.98-$45.87 Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 05-26-2026 Job Summary Performs professional and technical work in the Procurement and Contracts Division. Responsible for the administration of complex solicitations, programs, special projects, and assignments including contract management program, e-Bidding, procurement's enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, supplier relationship management (SRM), customer relationship management (CRM), and the Division's emergency management plan. Duties include; developing complex solicitations (e.g. construction solicitation, invitation for bid (IFB), request for proposal (RFP), and invitation to negotiate (ITN)) and pre-award and post-award functions for a variety of contracts. Assists in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders. Coordinates internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects. Tracks project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals. Exercises the procurement authority delegated to the position through the Chief Procurement Officer and City Code. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Procurement Officer and Assistant Chief Procurement Officer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related business field required, three (3) years progressively responsible experience in the procurement and contracting of materials, equipment, and service contracts required, and at least three (3) years experience with complex procurement required. Must hold and maintain industry standard procurement certification(s) such as Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), Certified Purchasing Manager, (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP). Copy of current certification(s) must be provided at the time of application. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

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