Contracts Specialist

Walden University

Maryland

Hybrid

USD 43,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with employer match

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Walden University in Maryland is seeking an Academic Operations Specialist/Contracts Specialist for Field Experience to support Walden's Office of Applied Learning Agreements and legal staff. You will manage field experience contracts and affiliation agreements, focusing on education and nursing programs, with strong emphasis on negotiation and compliance.

The role requires 3 years of contract administration or negotiation experience, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability

Qualifications

3 years of corporate contract administration/negotiation experience.
BA/BS or relevant work experience preferred.
Knowledge of education and healthcare affiliation agreements preferred.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
High sensitivity to the confidential nature of the work.
Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
High computer literacy including Word, Access and Excel.
Familiarity with Outlook and PowerPoint preferred.
Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision, balanced with teamwork.

Responsibilities

Negotiate affiliation agreements with field sites for student field experiences.
Negotiate contract terms with affiliates.
Manage and track contracts, amendments and issues.
Review contracts and affiliation agreements for university requirements.
Prepare correspondence related to field experience contracts and agreements.
Assist with annual revision of contracts and forms.
Research state and federal laws related to student field experiences.
Collaborate with legal staff and site representatives on contract changes.
Understand university insurance and indemnity requirements.
Develop processes and systems for contract review and management.
Data tracking and reporting; support additional projects.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Education industry knowledge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS or relevant work experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Walden

More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor's, master’s or doctoral degree online at Walden.

We offer more than 100 online degrees and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org). Visit WaldenU.edu for more information, and follow Walden on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Job Description

The Academic Operations Specialist/Contracts Specialist for Field Experience will work with colleagues in Walden University's Office of Applied Learning Agreements and Walden University’s legal staff in managing the needs of its ever-growing field experience Programs.

The Full-Time Contracts Specialist Field Experience candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience preferred in contracts and transactional practice areas, preferably in a higher education setting. Knowledge of healthcare and education contracts is a plus. This position supports the members of the academic programs’ Field Experience team, with a primary focus on support for Education and Nursing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties include

Working with a small and nimble team to negotiate affiliation agreements between Walden and field sites required for student field experience placement.
Directly negotiating various contract terms with existing and potential affiliates.
Assisting with management and tracking of all contracts, amendments and contract issues relating to student field experiences.
Reviewing field experience contracts, affiliation agreements and associated documents for consistency with University requirements.
Reviewing and preparing correspondence and communications relating to field experience contracts, affiliation agreements and associated documents.
Assisting with annual revision of University contracts, forms and documents.
Assisting in the research of state and federal laws and regulations related to student field experiences.
Working with University legal staff and field site representatives to incorporate changes or address questions relating to field experience contracts, affiliation agreements or associated documents.
Understanding University insurance and indemnity requirements.
Researching existing contracts to address questions or issues.
Assisting with the continued development of processes and systems related to contract review and management.
Administrative duties including data tracking and reporting.
Additional projects, as assigned.

Qualifications

TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL, and PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

3 years of corporate contract administration/negotiation experience is required, preferably in a higher education setting.
BA/BS or relevant work experience preferred.
Knowledge of education and healthcare affiliation agreements is preferred.
Self-starter demonstrating thoroughness and attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
High sensitivity to the confidential nature of the work.
Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
High computer literacy including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and Excel is required.
Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint is preferred.
Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision, balanced with the ability to work well in a professional team/corporate office environment.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $42661.58 and $75065.24. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

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