University of Connecticut · 1 month ago
Sr. Contract Specialist
Storrs, CT
Full-time, Contract
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expThe University of Connecticut is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist responsible for overseeing and administering contracting activities across its campuses. This role involves drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts, as well as supervising staff and liaising with various legal and administrative offices.
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Responsibilities
Manages and performs challenging and complex duties related to development and negotiation of contracts (e.g. contracts for the purchase of goods or services, professional services agreements including consulting and research, personal service agreements, and event-related rental agreements)
Develops and implements complex contracts through vendor negotiations and in consultation with university officials, departmental clients, and the Office of General Counsel
Serves as a liaison between the Office of General Counsel and vendors and acts as a resource to the University community regarding statutory requirements, Board of Trustees, and the Office of the Attorney General requirements, procedures and guidelines
Supervises and reviews the work of professional staff, clerical staff, students and/or consultants as assigned; delegates work assignments and work schedules to most effectively meet department/unit needs; and trains and develops staff as needed
Responsible for the preparation and legal review of contracts and agreements that are submitted to the Office of General Counsel; drafts technical language relating to the business services category, or other category as assigned
Monitors and tracks vendor agreements, contracting status and related documents for compliance with federal and state statutes/regulations, Board of Trustees policies, Office of the Attorney General guidelines, University procedures and contract terms and conditions
Develops and maintains requisite knowledge of contracting requirements and expertise in procurement laws, principles, and practices, including federal and state statutes/regulations, the Uniform Commercial Code, the State Code of Ethics, Board of Trustees policies, Office of the Attorney General guidelines and University procedures
Contributes to the improvement of internal contracting procedures, makes recommendations as needed to improve efficiency and effectiveness of processes, and communicates such recommendations to leadership and departmental staff
Conduct training seminars for staff pertaining to University compliance for all related contractual issues. Actively serves on university committees to develop policies and procedures that enhance and promote the mission of Procurement and the overall mission of the University
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of related professional experience in contract law, purchasing/procurement of business support service related commodities in a comparable environment, OR Master's degree or JD and four (4) years of related professional experience in contract law, purchasing/procurement of business support service-related commodities in a comparable environment OR Associate's degree and eight (8) years of related professional experience in contract law, purchasing/procurement of the business support service-related commodities in a comparable environment
General working knowledge of accepted procurement and contracting practices and the ability to negotiate contract language to meet the needs of the University while also ensuring compliance with the requirements of the State of Connecticut
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with experience working effectively across teams and with a wide range of stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office
Preferred
Advanced degree in related discipline or Juris Doctorate (JD)
Knowledge of contract theory, procurement principles, regulations and applicable federal and state procurement statutes, policies and regulations
Experience drafting complex contracts
Strong supervisory, leadership, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to meet deadlines and facilitate solutions in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of contract management and procurement systems
Benefits
Employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn
Competitive salary
Outstanding benefits
Company
University of Connecticut
The University of Connecticut is a public research university that operates multiple campuses across Connecticut.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$40.68MKey Investors
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2024-10-30Grant· $10M
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2023-06-21Grant· $4.5M
Leadership Team
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