Contract & Budget Administrator — Public Sector

State of Iowa; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Excellent benefits package

Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave

IPERS retirement plan

Employee discount program

Opportunity for student loan repayment

Job summary

State of Iowa seeks a Contract Administrator to manage contracts for JCS Districts 6 and 8 and oversee statewide contracts. The role will track district budgets, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with legal requirements across multiple office locations in Iowa.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate professionally with vendors and stakeholders. Occasional travel outside districts may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Knowledge of government accounting and contract management expected.
• Experience with procurement processes and contract oversight preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, negotiate, review, and oversee contracts to meet legal requirements and objectives.
• Draft and administer contracts with parties to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure projects are executed safely and properly.
• Prepare reports on contract compliance, progress, and administration.
• Maintain organized records of all contracts and track milestones.
• Monitor renewals, deadlines, and performance; resolve issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Purchasing

GAAP knowledge

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, contract management, accounting, finance, economics, statistics, math, public administration, or a closely related field

Job description

State of Iowa seeks a Contract Administrator to manage contracts for JCS Districts 6 and 8 and oversee statewide contracts. The role will track district budgets, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with legal requirements across multiple office locations in Iowa.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate professionally with vendors and stakeholders. Occasional travel outside districts may be required.