Public Contracts & Leases Manager I

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County is seeking a Contracts Manager I to oversee the development, negotiation, and execution of contracts for a subset of County properties and services. You will liaise with internal departments and external vendors to ensure compliance and value delivery.

The role emphasizes financial oversight, contract lifecycle management, and risk mitigation within a public sector setting. A strong background in public administration or finance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration/finance/operations management.
• Four years of experience managing a public service program involving research and budget, including one year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development, negotiation, and execution of contracts with external vendors, service providers, and stakeholders.
• Ensures compliance with legal, financial, and performance requirements throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Fosters relationships with internal departments and contractors to facilitate communication and collaboration.
• Manages financial aspects of contracts, including budget allocation and cost analysis for value delivery.
• Develops performance metrics and evaluation criteria for contract outcomes and service delivery.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/finance/operations management

Four years of experience managing a public service program including supervision

Job description

Pima County is seeking a Contracts Manager I to oversee the development, negotiation, and execution of contracts for a subset of County properties and services. You will liaise with internal departments and external vendors to ensure compliance and value delivery.

The role emphasizes financial oversight, contract lifecycle management, and risk mitigation within a public sector setting. A strong background in public administration or finance is required.