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City of Corpus Christi
Contracts/Funds Administrator
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What they do
A Contracts Administrator reviews and manages business contracts for a company or organization. Reviews proposed contract terms and conditions, and communicates and negotiates with clients; confirms that contract terms have been met before a contract is closed out. Oversees the administration of contracts for equipment and supplies; may also deal with surplus or unclaimed property.
$69,640 / year median in Texas
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Overview The Contracts/Funds Administrator (CFA) plays a crucial role in executing, overseeing, and managing contractual agreements and financial transactions within the organization. This multifaceted role requires a keen understanding of legal and financial processes, as well as excellent organizational and communication skills. The primary responsibilities include managing contracts, ensuring compliance, handling financial transactions related to funds and budgets, supporting Project Management with agenda item funding, and other duties as assigned. Responsibilities
- With the assistance of the Engineer, drafts and creates AE contracts, Task Orders, and Construction Delivery Orders (DO's). Advertise and disseminate FRQ's and FRP's to potential vendors
- Draft Emergency Contracts and contract amendments in consultation with the Legal Department
- Prepare agenda items involving Engineering Services
- Review and ensure that Engineering Services program contracts entered between the City and vendors are correct
- Review and monitor active contracts
- Prepare and execute consultant contacts and amendments to consultant contracts as needed
- Prepare project budgets in consultation with management
- Prepare project budgets and work with Engineers to prevent budget overruns. Prepare a memorandum of information from different departments
- Work closely with the Project Manager through project completion
- Prepare interlocal agreements with organizations such as TxDot, RTA, Nueces County, etc.
- Prepare and review project close-outs
- Review and monitor active contracts
- Ensure the correct proration of contact funds between various City departments involved in a project (i.e. water, wastewater, environmental, etc.) as well as State and local government partners
- Ensure contracts have clearly defined (a) scope of work; (b) schedules; (c) fees; (d) indemnification provisions, and (e) disclosure provisions
- Attempt to resolve issues and disputes regarding contracts
- Coordinate pre-con meetings
- Maintain technical expertise in several subject areas regarding the various types of projects that the Department works with
- May be asked to perform other duties as assigned Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
- Exempt - Full-Time Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
- In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.
- Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)
- 3 (three) Years of Experience Licenses and Certifications Required
- A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire Employment Testing Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
Criminal Background Check:
YesMotor Vehicle Record Check:
YesDrug Screening:
YesPhysical Exam:
Yes Basis of Rating A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview. Supplemental Information- Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.