Associate Business Contracts Officer

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Contracts Office provides review, approval, and execution of business contracts required for the procurement of services for The University of Texas at Austin and provision of services by the university. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience. We are seeking an Associate Business Contracts Officer. The selected candidate will report to the Business Contracts Administrator and provide advanced contract administration work that includes development, evaluation, drafting, and negotiation of technology contracts that vary in scope and degree of complexity.

Requirements

Juris Doctor and licensure by Texas state bar.
10+ years of legal experience.
Work experience in: (1) contract administration (negotiate, develop, review, revise and amend terms and conditions) of technology contracts; (2) work in all phases of contract lifecycle (i.e. bid posting, vendor selection, contract administration, monitoring and archiving); (3) interpretation and application of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to contracting and procurement at an institution of higher education or governmental agency.
Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work as both independently and a team member.
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Excellent communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with standard office equipment and Microsoft Office products.
Excellent ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate or advanced degree in the areas of computer science, data science, or mathematics.
Knowledgeable and experienced in contract law and commercial contract negotiations.
10 + years' of work experience.
Licensed to practice law in Texas, or ability to be licensed in Texas within one-year of hire.
Previous experience at a Texas institution of higher education, or Agency of the State of Texas.

Responsibilities

Provide contract administration (develop, review, negotiate, and/or revise) all manner of routine and complex technology contracts including software licenses, end user licenses, enterprise licenses, software-as-a-service contracts, clickwrap terms, terms of service, privacy policy terms, service level agreements, data-use, and master agreements for technology services and products.
Draft and create other contracts for the purchase of goods and services, revenue generation, and nondisclosure.
Research, interpret, advise, and provide guidance on management of contractual obligations as well as legal risks and business terms including FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, Data Use, Intellectual Property, and accessibility.
May support and manage at least one direct report responsible for the review and negotiation of routine technology contracts.
Develop, and present contract workshops to educate the University administrators on current technology contracting policies and procedures.
Assist in the maintenance and development of policies and procedures related to administration of technology contracts.
Remain up-to-date on legal/regulatory updates affecting technology contracts.
Ensure compliance with applicable Texas and federal laws, Regents' Rules, and University policies.
Work with University departments, administration and attorneys to ensure contracts meet business objectives, while complying with applicable procurement and contracting procedures.
Apply contract formation knowledge to independently address a variety of contract issues.
Analyze business and legal issues in proposed contracts, consult with Business Contracts Administrator and work cross functionally with legal colleagues, subject matter experts, applicable departments (i.e., Legal Affairs, Office of Risk Management, IT etc.) and vendor as needed, in order to resolve challenges, achieve business objectives, and manage risk.
Coordinate between the Business Contracts Office and (a)Central Procurement for procurement review, (b) Information Security Office (ISO) for data security review, and (c) ADA for disability accessibility review.
Other related functions as assigned

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Tuition assistance
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options