Contract Compliance Officer

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line/Section: Houston Water / Drinking Water Operations
Reporting Location: 7027 Ardmore St, Houston, TX 77054, USA
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm*
Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

• Affix with preparation of the Contract Project Manuals.
• Verify Standard Specifications requirements are included in the Project Manual as required by the City Engineer’s Office.
• Affix with producing Front-End Documents for Construction Contracts.
• Affix with reviewing the Pre-Bid package and Post Bid Documents.
• Schedule notifying staff of and attend pre bid meetings.
• Affix with the Pre-Construction Meetings with Contract Awardees.
• Affix with preparing the Pre-Construction Agenda and official documentation for the meeting.
• Affix with Coordination and Processing of Professional Engineering Service Contracts (PES), Construction, Management, and Inspection (CM&I) from start to Council Approval.
• Affix with the coordination and processing of Service Contracts.
• Affix with the Procurement (Purchase Order) requests for Service and Materials.
• Proofread Vendor invoices for accuracy and route invoices for signatures and payment.
• Reviewing and monitoring the MWSBE goal of the assigned contract for compliance.
• Monitoring Contract Compliance documents such as Certificate of Insurance, Drug Policy Submittals, etc. for expiration dates.
• Reviewing and Monitoring Pay or Play Program of assigned contract for compliance.
• Affix with financial reports requested by upper Management.
• Reviews invoices in SAP for accuracy.
• Create, update, close service request and work orders in INFOR, as well as update data into Citrix and/or flushing log application.
• Create and track reports in Excel or Contract Payment System as requested.
• Affix with administrative duties and special projects as requested.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There is only a slight source of discomfort from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with situations where there is occasional exposure to office chemicals.

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Liberal Arts or a related field.
• Experience Requirements: No experience needed.
• LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None

PREFERENCES

• PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH CONTRACT COMPLIANCE, PROCUREMENT, AND/OR PURCHASING BACKGROUND
• Training and/or Certification in Contract Administration, Contract Compliance, SAP or Payroll System, Project Management or Project Procurement, Invoice Tracking
• Strong communication skills, verbal, and written
• Candidates who have a customer service background
• Strong computer skills with good knowledge of working in Office Applications, including Excel and MS Word are a plus
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
• However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Test.
• Safety Impact Position: Yes
• If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 15

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737 If you need special services or accommodations, call (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.