Director, Contracts

Broward College; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Healthcare Insurance

FRS Pension/Investment Plan

Wellness Program

Vacation/Paid Time Off

Winter and Spring Break Off

Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement

Job summary

Broward College seeks a Director of Contracts to oversee contract management, ensure alignment with laws and institutional goals, and support governance and regulatory initiatives. The role partners with the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel to promote compliant contracting practices across the College.

Required are a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a JD; extensive experience in contract drafting, due diligence, and commercial transactions, preferably in higher education or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related legal field; Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school is preferred.
• Six years of related experience with one to two years of dedicated legal experience, with emphasis on contract drafting, due diligence, and commercial transactions.
• Prior experience working within higher education or a public agency is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, redline, and negotiate a wide variety of vendor agreements, including software licenses, leases, service agreements, and institutional contracts.
• Review and analyze contracts and operations to ensure strict compliance to Florida public records laws, Florida Sunshine Law, sovereign immunity limitations, and other state and federal requirements.
• Create, update, and maintain a library of standardized contract templates, playbooks, and processes.
• Conduct legal research on higher education law, student privacy, civil rights compliance, and evolving Florida statutes impacting state colleges.
• Directly assist the Broward College GC and AGC with policy drafting, governance projects, litigation support, and other matters on a case-by-case basis.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation skills

Compliance

Governance

Legal research

Education

Bachelor's degree in related legal field

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Title Director, Contracts Position Number P0092525

Job Status Full time Regular

Pay Grade 211

Pay Grade 211

Pay Grade 211

Job Profile Summary

Under limited direction, the Director, Contracts supports the College's contract management, ensuring agreements align with institutional objectives, applicable laws, and risk management standards. The position supports the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel on governance, regulatory compliance, and organizational initiatives while promoting efficient, consistent, and legally sound contracting practices across the institution.

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree in related legal field; Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school is preferred.

Minimum Experience

Six years of related experience with one to two years of dedicated legal experience, with an emphasis on contract drafting, due diligence, and commercial transactions. Prior experience working within higher education or a public agency is strongly preferred.

Essential Functions

Contract Review & Negotiation

Review, redline, and negotiate a wide variety of vendor agreements, including software licenses, leases, service agreements, and institutional contracts.

Compliance

Review and analyze contracts and operations to ensure strict compliance to Florida public records laws, Florida Sunshine Law, sovereign immunity limitations, and other state and federal requirements.

Process Optimization

Create, update, and maintain a library of standardized contract templates, playbooks, and processes.

Higher Education & Legal Research

Conduct legal research on higher education law, student privacy, civil rights compliance, and evolving Florida statutes impacting state colleges.

Executive Support

Directly assist the Broward College GC and AGC with policy drafting, governance projects, litigation support, and other matters on a case-by-case basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requires an individual with the desire to be the best in the world at their craft and a commitment to integrity. Models inclusive excellence through specific actions that support the College’s mission in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of talented and diverse faculty and staff. Extensive functional knowledge and expertise in all aspects of own and related areas of the College, and pertinent interdependencies. General understanding of the external environment and how it affects academia in general and Broward College in particular, including political, legal, environmental, educational, financial and social influences. Strong knowledge of College structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area Strong supervisory and team building skills. Ability to partner with others across the College and externally to exchange information, collaborate on projects, share resources, etc. Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment. Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues.

Our Culture

At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Salary and Pay

Salary $70,000 - $80,000 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)

Work Schedule

Work Shift First Shift

Work Schedule Monday – Friday/Weekends/Varies

Hours Per Week 37.5

Location

Willis Holcombe Center

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Application Requirements

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application along with a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript(s) are required.

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

Eligibility and Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process. Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer. The College strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Contact for Accommodation

Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [e-mail].