AOT Contract Administrator I

State of Vermont • Barre, VT

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Contract Administration Bureau within the Agency of Transportation (AOT) is a fast-paced setting dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement in serving our partners and customers.

The Contract Administrator in the Work Authorization Unit will be responsible for:

Review of work authorization requests
Creating work authorizations
Receiving and reviewing invoices associated to those work authorizations
Ensuring all work authorizations and invoices are in compliance with the contract as well as State and Federal regulations

The Unit also manages the Consultant Evaluations process. This position requires an Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The ability to juggle multiple priorities and exhibit clear communication is the key to success in this position. This is a hybrid position, with three full days required in office.

Requirements

• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• The ability to juggle multiple priorities and exhibit clear communication
• Associates degree or certificate program in contract administration, public administration, accounting, business management, legal, or related field.
• High school or equivalent AND one (1) year or more of experience at a technical level in contract administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Review of work authorization requests
• Creating work authorizations
• Receiving and reviewing invoices associated to those work authorizations
• Ensuring all work authorizations and invoices are in compliance with the contract as well as State and Federal regulations
• Manages the Consultant Evaluations process

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree