Administrative Contract Specialist

Location: Largo, MD – this is an in-office, contracted position.

About the Role

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is seeking an Administrative Contract Specialist to assist in the management, review, and maintenance of contracts and agreements, ensuring timely processing of payments. This role ensures all contractual documents comply with department and County policies and legal requirements while supporting the department's operations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and edit contract documents for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain organized filing systems for all contracts (digital and physical)
• Track contract deadlines, renewal dates, and important milestones
• Communicate with internal departments and external customers regarding contracts and payments
• Identify discrepancies or missing information before contract execution
• Prepare contract summaries and status reports for management
• Assist with the tracking of payments for vendors and ensure vendors are paid within the approved payment terms
• Ensure contracts align with county standards policy

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in contract administration or related administrative role
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management software
• Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of contract law basics
• Experience with database management systems
• Familiarity with procurement or vendor management (Aribia preferred)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America (sponsorship will not be provided)
• Must successfully complete Blue Sky and customer background screening

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Conditions

Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public via telephone and in-person, including the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects, and controls. May be required to carry equipment and supplies up to 49 pounds. Physical capability to effectively use office equipment such as computers, calculators, copiers, and fax machines. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, or repetitive motions required.

About Blue Sky

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions assists federal, state, local, and commercial clients with solving their toughest challenges in IT infrastructure support and engineering, application development and maintenance, program and project management, and management consulting. Blue Sky is an equal opportunity employer and recruits mission-oriented, proactive, skilled candidates from across the United States. As an SBA-certified HUBZone small business, Blue Sky has a special interest in recruiting and hiring personnel who reside in HUBZones. To determine eligibility, visit http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/.