Contract Assistant II

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

With supervision is responsible for the review and maintenance of agreements within the University contract system. Essential Functions and Responsibilities 1. Reviews non-financial contracts for legal principles and follows directions on specific areas of concern. 2. Tracks flow and progression of contract related documents. 3. Obtains approvals from necessary signature authorities. 4. Negotiates terms with third parties. 5. Assists management with contract maintenance and other duties as assigned. 6. Remains abreast of existing and emerging technologies, processes, products, services and leading industry performance benchmarks. 7. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

Requirements

• Overall Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in a large, multi-layered organization.
• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan.
• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i)).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, or another related field, paralegal, sourcing, or another business-related field; significant experience may substitute.
• Two to four years experience in contract administration, procurement, paralegal, sourcing, or another business-related field.
• Familiarity with contract administration principles.
• Familiar with contract management software.

Nice To Haves

• Certification by a recognized professional Contract/Procurement/Purchasing organization
• Familiar with source-to-pay procurement software.
• Fluent in Spanish or American Sign Language.
• If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel.
• Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.

Responsibilities

• Reviews non-financial contracts for legal principles and follows directions on specific areas of concern.
• Tracks flow and progression of contract related documents.
• Obtains approvals from necessary signature authorities.
• Negotiates terms with third parties.
• Assists management with contract maintenance and other duties as assigned.
• Remains abreast of existing and emerging technologies, processes, products, services and leading industry performance benchmarks.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level