Contract & Business Services Analyst

Prince William County; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Job summary

Prince William County is seeking a Contract & Business Services Analyst to lead contract administration and support purchasing, accounts payable, and warehouse supply processes. The role requires strong analytical thinking and cross-functional collaboration with county partners.

Responsibilities include managing the full contract life cycle, developing CAPs, and ensuring compliance with terms and pricing while supporting budget planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in contract administration and/or purchasing.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full life cycle of contracts from inception to closeout.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, SMEs, and end-users to ensure compliance.
• Review agreements for contract compliance and monitor performance.

Skills

Contract administration

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

The Finance Division of the Prince William-Manassas Regional Adult Detention Center is seeking a qualified candidate to join its team and support the agency’s contract administration and business services functions. The ideal candidate will bring a broad range of knowledge and experience, sound critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, and a strong work ethic. This individual will be expected to work efficiently and effectively, follow established policies and procedures, manage multiple priorities, and provide responsive support to agency personnel.

The successful candidate will become part of a positive, supportive, and team-oriented culture that values collaboration, while maintaining a strong commitment to supporting the day-to-day operations and overall mission of the agency.

About This Role

In this role, you will act as the agency’s Contract & Business Services Analyst, the agency liaison for all contract processes. You will liaise with various stakeholders throughout the agency, and at the County government level while partnering with the Business Services team in support of purchasing, accounts payable, and warehouse supply processes. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, advanced computer skills, and an analytical thought process to complement the key work processes of the position.

Contract Analyst

• Responsible for full life cycle of contracts from inception to closeout. Serves as the agency Contract Administrator.
• Act as the lead contact with County procurement partners to facilitate and manage the planning and execution of contract management processes, including generation of contract requirements, contract renewals, and contract expirations.
• Develop and update Contract Administration Plans (CAPs) and related documentation to support ongoing oversight.
• Monitor contractor performance, verify deliverables, and maintain accurate and auditable contract records.
• Identify when a contract change is needed and follow the required process for initiating modifications or amendments.
• Collaborate effectively with Procurement, Finance, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and end-users to address issues, ensure compliance, and support successful contract outcomes.
• Source County or cooperative contracts to support agency needs and complete required documentation to utilize the contracts.
• Review agreements and proposals for contract compliance.
• Partner with business services team to ensure purchases and invoices are compliant with contract terms and pricing.

Business Services Analyst

• Manage and track the agency’s capital equipment, including proper processing of surplus sales and disposals, and support the County by performing the agency’s physical capital inventory audit.
• Track and analyze a variety of historical purchasing data, including compilation of data for required monthly reporting.
• Generate purchase requests, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Lead the strategic sourcing and evaluation of comprehensive procurement documents for complex or large-scale agency purchases.
• Provide purchasing data to assist in the preparation of the annual budget.

Other Duties

• Ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed, including in-depth analysis of data and trends to support recommendations for management.
• Act as backup to Business Services staff including purchasing and accounts payable functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of related experience in contract administration and/or purchasing.

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with high-level supervision.
• Knowledge of local government processes.
• Knowledge of contract administration processes and procurement regulations and requirements.
• Strong written communication skills with a proven ability to map complex processes, draft business justifications, and define clear technical or operational requirements.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on the accuracy of work products.
• Advanced computer skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and demonstrate time management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to build and maintain professional relationships with stakeholders at all levels, both inside and outside the agency.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Able to maintain confidentiality in all business matters.

Special Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass a criminal history background investigation to include fingerprint and driving record check.
• Must pass a polygraph examination.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:00pm, 37.5 hours per week

Hiring Range

$85,000.00 - $102,000.00 Annually

Flsa

Exempt

Note

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities. Specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Prince William County is an equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Questions

All inquiries related to job postings, application deadlines and the status of applications should be submitted through [e-mail]. Contact information should be included in the inquiry. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process will be notified by phone or email.

Benefits

Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Prince William County Benefit Programs