Contract Manager

City of San Antonio • 78205, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under administrative direction, is responsible for managing and implementing contract initiation, monitoring and compliance activities, in accordance with the City's contracting policies and procedures. Working conditions are in an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in contract management and compliance, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of contract management standards, planning, solicitation processes, contract monitoring and compliance practices.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to contracts.
• Knowledge of personnel administration principles and practices.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to understand contract management data, documents, and reports.
• Ability to understand and interpret financial and cost accounting data.
• Ability to work independently and perform contract services projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, City Management and their staff, vendors and contract service providers, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to perform all the intellectual and analytical requirements of the position, including decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in auditing, accounting and/or related fields.
• Contracting or related analytical business experience.
• Experience with SAP Systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction in implementing the practices and procedures established for contract initiation, monitoring, and compliance.
• Provides for oversight of initiation, monitoring, and compliance projects.
• Directs and implements a comprehensive training program for contracting staff in the department or organization.
• Develops annual compliance work plans and objectives.
• Identifies need for and develops improvements to contracting programs, policies and procedures.
• Manages the development of various technological tools and systems related to contracting.
• Trains, evaluates, and supervises assigned employees.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

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