Contract Administrator II

Health Research, Inc; Village of Menands (NY); Remote; USD 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is seeking a Contract Administrator II to manage contract processing and ensure compliance with funding requirements. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree and experience in contract administration. The role offers flexibility with telecommuting options and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible benefit accounts

Generous paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration, reviewing contracts, and compliance.
• Ability to negotiate contract language and manage budgets.
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of contract processing from development to execution.
• Review and process contractor agreements and vouchers for payment.
• Provide technical assistance on grant compliance and documentation.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Technical assistance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Associate's degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Applications to be submitted by November 09, 2025.

Compensation

Compensation Grade: M18

Compensation Details: Minimum: $68,690.00 - Maximum: $68,690.00 Annually

Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

Department

(CORP) HRI Albany

Job Description

Responsibilities

The Contract Administrator II will be responsible for the coordination of all aspects of contract processing, from development to execution including reviewing contract request paperwork including reviewing scopes of work, budgets, and selection criteria, ensuring compliance. The incumbent will conduct a comprehensive review and process of subrecipient and contractor agreements, amendments, vouchers, and budget modifications. Duties include reviewing and processing subrecipient and contractor requests from the creation of agreements through to execution; negotiating contract language; reviewing and processing subrecipient and contractor vouchers for payment. Provides technical assistance on contract processing, allowable expenses, budget modifications and amendments, and required documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year of contract administration experience; OR an Associates degree in a related field and three years of contract administration experience; OR five years of contract administration experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Business or a related field and demonstrated contract administration experience including reviewing vouchers, processing budget modifications, and/or processing contracts. Experience working within a not-for-profit corporation and/or with grant funding.

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will be available.

This position may require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Disabilities/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities

About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve. HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance: Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from.
• Flexible benefit accounts: Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit.
• Generous paid time off: Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave.
• Tuition support: Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities.
• Retirement Benefits: HRI is a participating employer in the NYS and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the NYS Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for eligible retirees.
• Employee Assistance Program: Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services.
• And so much more!