Contract Specialist - Regional Wastewater Reclamation

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 51,292 - 71,822; Full time

Job summary

Pima County, Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department, seeks a Contract Specialist to support procurement, contract management, and compliance across county contracts.

The role focuses on preparing RFPs/ITBs/RFQs, evaluating bids, and ensuring documentation and performance align with program objectives and regulatory requirements. Strong communication with internal teams and vendors is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in public/business administration, finance, supply chain management, or related field; plus one year of contract experience.
• Substitutions allowed with equivalent education/experience as determined by department head.

Responsibilities

• Supports contract administration, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Reviews bids, proposals, and quotes for compliance with requirements.
• Coordinates with departments, vendors, and legal counsel on contract terms and amendments.
• Monitors performance, timelines, and budgetary constraints of contracts.
• Prepares reports and dashboards on contract status and milestones.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Negotiation

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in public or business administration, finance, supply chain management, or related field

1 year experience administering, developing, evaluating, and/or writing contracts

Job description

Job Description Summary

Department - Regional Wastewater Reclamation

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5639 - Contract Specialist

Salary Grade: 9

Pay Range

Hiring Range: $51,292 - $61,568 Annually

Pay Range: $51,292 - $71,822 Annually

Range Explanation:

• Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

• Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

The first review of applications will be on 07/31/2026.

The Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is hiring a Contract Specialist. In this position, you will be responsible for supporting the administration and management of contracts and agreements at the county level. You will assist in the procurement process, ensure contract compliance, and facilitate communication between stakeholders to facilitate the effective delivery of contracted services. The Contract Specialist works under supervision and plays a key role in contract documentation, monitoring, and coordination.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Assists in the preparation and issuance of requests for proposals (RFPs), invitations to bid (ITBs), and requests for quotes (RFQs) for public service contracts and agreements;

• Reviews and evaluates bids, proposals, and quotes received in response to solicitations, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements and specifications;

• Collaborates with internal departments and stakeholders to gather requirements, develops scope of work documents, and defines contract terms and conditions;

• Coordinates contract negotiations and revisions with vendors, legal counsel, and other parties, ensuring alignment with program objectives and regulatory requirements;

• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation of contract files, including contracts, amendments, change orders, and correspondence;

• Monitors contract performance, timelines, deliverables, and expenditures to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and budgetary constraints;

• Facilitates communication and collaboration between internal departments, external vendors, and stakeholders involved in contract implementation;

• Assists in resolving issues and disputes related to contract interpretation, scope changes, and performance discrepancies;

• Generates reports and dashboards summarizing contract status, performance metrics, and key milestones for management review;

• Provides administrative support for contract-related activities, such as invoice processing, payment tracking, and budget reconciliation.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, finance, supply chain management, or a closely-related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND one year of experience administering, developing, evaluating, and/or writing contracts.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

One year with Pima County in an Administrative Specialist, Contracts and Grants Coordinator-Courts, or closely-related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years experience with government or large business procurement processes, including procurement laws and policies.

• Minimum two (2) years experience with principles and practices of contract development and administration.

• Minimum two (2) years experience analyzing and evaluating procurement contract usage needs and comparing procurement methods to procure the best contract for our customers.

• Minimum two (2) years experience with automated databases, creating/maintaining spreadsheets, reports, or other processing programs for accurate data keeping pertaining to procurement contracts.

• Minimum two (2) years experience generating purchase requisitions, soliciting quotations, tabulating bids, and developing purchase specifications for industrial goods and services.

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Action Activity - bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping; Motion Activity - grasping; Hearing Activity - in noisy areas, behind themselves, equipment alarms; Speaking Activity - in person, on the phone, on a cell; Vision - operate a motor vehicle and depth perception.

Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.