Contracts Administrator I

Description

The maximum starting salary offer for this position is $93,288.00, which reflects the midpoint of the posted range.

About the role

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is seeking a Contracts Administrator I to assist with procurement and contract administration activities in the Contracts Administration Department. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop expertise in public procurement and contract administration while supporting procurements from solicitation through contract award and closeout.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of solicitation documents, coordination of proposal evaluations, and procurement activities in accordance with SCAG procurement policies and procedures.
• Aid in procurement, contract award, and contract execution activities while working closely with project managers, vendors, and internal stakeholders throughout the procurement process.
• Support contract administration activities throughout the contract lifecycle, including maintaining contract files, tracking contract milestones, assisting with contract amendments, and supporting contract closeout activities.
• Review procurement requests and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness and escalate issues or concerns as appropriate.
• Maintain organized procurement and contract records with a high level of attention to detail and accountability.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, legal counsel, finance staff, consultants, and vendors to support successful procurement and contract administration outcomes.
• Participate in special projects and departmental initiatives that support Contracts Administration workplan objectives and agency priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Familiarity with procurement, purchasing, contract administration, grants administration, project coordination, or other administrative support functions.
• Familiarity with working with professional services, information technology, legal services, or other government contracts.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, contract administration practices, and compliance requirements throughout the contracting lifecycle.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work and maintaining organized records.
• Ability to research information, identify solutions, and develop thoughtful recommendations to support business needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Familiarity with procurement, purchasing, contract administration, grants administration, project coordination, or other administrative support functions.
• Familiarity with working with professional services, information technology, legal services, or other government contracts.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, contract administration practices, and compliance requirements throughout the contracting lifecycle.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work and maintaining organized records.
• Ability to research information, identify solutions, and develop thoughtful recommendations to support business needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Familiarity with procurement, purchasing, contract administration, grants administration, project coordination, or other administrative support functions.
• Familiarity with working with professional services, information technology, legal services, or other government contracts.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, contract administration practices, and compliance requirements throughout the contracting lifecycle.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work and maintaining organized records.
• Ability to research information, identify solutions, and develop thoughtful recommendations to support business needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is committed to attracting and retaining talent who embody SCAG’s values. SCAG's workforce is passionate and committed to innovation that improves the quality of life for all Southern Californians. When you join SCAG, you can expect a culture where collaboration and teamwork is fostered. As part of our Work@SCAG policy, employees are eligible for two work models: in-office and hybrid. Eligibility for these models will depend on the department, position, responsibilities, and duties, as determined by management. All work models require employees to be based within the SCAG region.

Pay

The maximum starting salary offer for this position is $93,288.00, which reflects the midpoint of the posted range.

Schedule

This position is expected to follow the hybrid model and be in the office 2 days per week.