Contract Specialist (S04534P)

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S04534P
Position Title
Contract Specialist (S04534P)
Department
Procurement
Location
Arlington
Job Family
Procurement
Position Status
Full-time
Work Hours
Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
Remote work options possible upon leadership approval.
Requires employee to live in the Texas region, have access to a computer, internet, and the ability to work independently.
Open to
External and Internal
FLSA
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration
Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis
Monthly
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Job Summary
Perform complex solicitation, evaluation, and contract management work. Work involves developing and evaluating a broad range of contracts. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare solicitations, contracts and amendments by identifying provider resources, describing services to be rendered, evaluating information supplied by bidders, and negotiating contract specifications.
• Coordinates and facilitates procurement related meetings such as pre-proposal meetings, post award conferences, team briefings and evaluation scoring.
• Assists with negotiating contract renewals and amendments.
• Assists in conducting needs assessments to determine requirements for the purchase of goods or services.
• May monitor legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to contracting.
• May recommend and facilitate the cancellation of contracts.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with major course work in business administration, supply chain management or related field or equivalent work experience.

• Certification from a professional purchasing organization. If not certified, must be certified within 18 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in preparation, administration and management of solicitations (Requests For Proposals), evaluations and contracts.

Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Working Title
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Open Date
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.