Temporary Contracts Administrator (UTemps)

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The contract administrator will support the Contracts and Procurement team in drafting, evaluating, negotiating, and executing contracts and amendments for UT System-wide complex and technical procurements. This is a temporary assignment expected to continue until July 9, 2027, located at the UT System building in downtown, Austin, TX. This assignment is benefits-eligible.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with major course work in business administration or related field and 3- 5 years of relevant experience.
• One year of college (30 semester hours) may be substituted for one year of the required experience on a year-for-year basis, with a maximum of 4 years of substituted experience.
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be a supervisor.
• Criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s).
• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.
• You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.
• Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in preparation, administration, and management of complex solicitations and contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, along with exposure to document control and/or tracking software.
• Contract Management Certification.

Responsibilities

• Working on contract administration to prioritize necessary actions and consistently apply policies and practices.
• Working with varying sources of information and various stakeholders such as IT, HR, Facilities, and External Relations departments, who need contract assistance.
• Monitors and controls the flow of work through the procurement and contract systems, working closely with the contracts and procurement team.
• Assists contract managers and the Assistant Director of the department in determining requirements for the purchase of goods or services.
• Delivers and develops effective communication via email and meetings with departmental end users/customers.
• Assists with monitoring transaction compliance (intake Excel spreadsheet, milestones, deliverables, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This assignment is benefits-eligible.
• The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

What This Job Offers

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