Contract Specialist

Jobtailor; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 74,214 - 103,896; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 24 days

Paid holidays 12.5 days

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flex benefits

Pension plan

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Anoka County is seeking a Contract Specialist to coordinate, develop, and administer all activities related to contract management across the full contract lifecycle. You will gather requirements, prepare contract documents, manage solicitations and bids, and oversee contract completion to support highway construction and capital improvement projects.

Based in Andover, MN, this full-time, on-site role offers potential remote work one day per week after completion, with strong benefits including

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or contract management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, develop, and administer contract management activities through the full contract lifecycle.
• Prepare contract documents, manage solicitations and bids, and oversee contract completion.
• Ensure compliance with prevailing wage requirements and monitor project budgets.
• Serve as primary contact for external contracting representatives and facilitate negotiations.

Job description

Hiring range: $74,214 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

At the Anoka County Transportation Division, our vision is to enhance and protect life by delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions.

We are currently hiring a Contract Specialist to coordinate, develop, and administer all activities related to contract management throughout the full contract lifecycle. This role gathers requirements, prepares contract documents, manages solicitations and bids, and oversees contract completion. The Contract Specialist supports highway construction and improvement projects by compiling, reviewing, and maintaining contracts for capital improvement programs, equipment, materials, and professional services. The position ensures compliance with prevailing wage requirements, submits reports to appropriate agencies, monitors project budgets, and manages joint powers agreements and related invoices.

Serving as the primary contact for external contracting representatives, the Contract Specialist provides guidance on bid processes and contract procedures, facilitates negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors, and tracks contract, grant, and agreement workflows. The role also processes change orders and supplemental agreements and may offer leadership, coaching, or mentoring to assigned staff.

This is a full-time, exempt, on-siteposition. Interviews will take place the week of August 26th, 2026 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214 to $103,896 annually ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Highway building located at 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover MN 55304.
• This position is primarily in the office, with the ability to work remotely one day a week after completion