Contract Management Specialist - Public Sector

The Woodlands Township; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Woodlands Township is seeking a seasoned Contracts & Procurement Administrator to manage and oversee proactive contract planning in collaboration with Purchasing and Township departments. You will provide contract administration, review, interpretation, and oversight, and support multiple departments, contractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities include contract oversight, processing, reporting on status, ensuring compliance, and contributing to policy improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) years of related experience; four (4) years preferred.
• Knowledge of Texas Open Meetings Act and Texas Public Information Act and records retention requirements.
• Must possess a Texas driver’s license within the first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides contract oversight, review, interpretation, and implementation.
• Manages, coordinates, and supervises contracts for compliance.
• Prepares and analyzes reports on contract status and obligations.
• Responds to Public Information Requests and maintains records.

Skills

Contract management

Public administration knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration / Business / Finance or related field

Tools

Laserfiche

Tyler EERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Woodlands Township is seeking a seasoned Contracts & Procurement Administrator to manage and oversee proactive contract planning in collaboration with Purchasing and Township departments. You will provide contract administration, review, interpretation, and oversight, and support multiple departments, contractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities include contract oversight, processing, reporting on status, ensuring compliance, and contributing to policy improvements.