Contract Administrator

Posting Date 10/22/26 Application Deadline 10/29/26 Pay Range $61,500 - $87,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department County Attorney About The Position The Contract Administrator manages the full lifecycle of departmental contracts, ensuring compliance and effective vendor performance. The role supports procurement by drafting solicitation inquiries such as task orders and RFPs on behalf of departmental customers and serves as a liaison between the County Office of Procurement Services and internal staff. The position conducts research on contract issues, monitors performance, and prepares reports to guide departmental decision‑making. About Us The Maricopa County Attorney's Office is one of the largest public prosecutorial agencies in the nation, serving nearly four million residents in the fourth largest county in the U.S. In addition to handling all felony prosecutions in Maricopa County and misdemeanor filings in the county’s justice court system, the office also provides civil legal services to all county agencies. The department is comprised of more than 1,100 full-time positions, including attorneys, investigators, paralegals, victim advocates, and support staff, and has an annual operating budget of more than $150 million. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options availableOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, mathematics, or a closely related fieldOther combinations of education and job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Two years of experience administering contracts and procurementExperience in a public sector setting with specific experience in procurement/purchasingStrong Microsoft Excel skills Other Requirements Prior to hire, MCAO requires all candidates to complete a thorough background check and pass a drug screeningMust obtain the County Certified Accounts Payable Agent (CAPA) certification within six months of hire NOTE: The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and prior to placement. Job Contributions Coordinates and supports procurement activities tied to contracted services, including RFP preparation, scope development, evaluation committee participation, and documentation of procurement actions.Serves as the department’s subject‑matter resource on contract development, providing guidance to internal staff and vendors throughout the solicitation, negotiation, and execution processes.Writing/developing new contracts, memorandums of understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and proposes revisions/modifications for existing documents, as needed.Negotiates and administers amendments, renewals, extensions, and terminations of various agreements, ensuring continuity of services and effective stewardship of County resources.Researches and analyzes complex contractual, legal, and policy issues, preparing recommendations for contract modifications, risk-mitigation strategies, and potential terminations.Actively monitors contract management timelines and deadlines.Administers, drafts, reviews, and monitors departmental contracts to ensure full compliance with County policies, legal requirements, and funding conditions.Provides oversight and analysis of compliance documentation, contract files, expenditure tracking reports, performance logs, and other records required for audits and internal reviews.Coordinates cross‑departmental communication on contract matters, representing the department in meetings with County agencies, community partners, vendors, and other stakeholders.Conducts ongoing contractor performance monitoring, including periodic audits, evaluation of deliverables, and documentation of compliance findings. Working Conditions Office setting with long periods of sitting and computer workRequires the ability to work with frequent interruptions, time pressures, high volumes of work, handle multiple or unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, high accuracy/attention to detail, and concentration/vigilanceMust perform independently or in a team environment and interact professionally and tactfully with vendors, coworkers, and supervisorsA hybrid office/telecommute schedule, with up to 16 hours of work from home, is available at the supervisor’s discretion, consistent with established policies, after six months of employment with MCAO. Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now!