College of DuPage · 16 hours ago
Contract Specialist (FT), CFRN31823PURCH
Glen Ellyn, IL
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$31.87/hr - $31.87/hr
3+ years expThe College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago. They are seeking a Contract Specialist to manage service and maintenance contracts, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations while collaborating with internal clients and vendors.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, the Contract Specialist performs a variety of activities associated with service and maintenance contract preparation for execution, monitoring, and compliance
The Contract Specialist has oversight of multiple, concurrent agreements and/or contracts and performs related work as required
Review contract terms and conditions to verify that they are in compliance with College policies and procedures, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Ensure that the terms of contractual agreements are written in language that is binding and in accordance with College policies
Confirm adherence to all College procurement policies and procedures prior to processing contracts for execution
Collaborate with internal clients, management, and vendors to ensure clear and compliant language in all contracts
Serve as the primary liaison with outside vendor contracting representatives
Assist internal clients to fulfill the terms of or to terminate contracts on mutually amicable terms
Interact regularly with the Director of Business Services and Vice President of Administrative Affairs regarding contract execution
Consult with the College's General Counsel as appropriate
Act as administrator for all College contract systems and databases
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate Degree in such areas as law, contract administration, business, finance, or procurement required
Minimum of three (3) years working in a public or private business environment with exposure to procurement processes required
Must have knowledge of current and legally binding contractual language and terminology
Ability to identify, analyze, and suggest solutions for problems, complaints, and client/vendor concerns
Excellent oral and written communications and interpersonal skills
Good organizational skills and the ability to multitask on several projects simultaneously
Clear adherence to College policies and procurement rules and regulations
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Personal computer, telephone, multifunction devices
This position required a background check and drug screen
Preferred
Bachelor Degree in business, law, or finance preferred
Two (2) years contract administration or procurement experience preferred
Benefits
Generous benefits plan
Company
College of DuPage
With 26,000 students, 170+ areas of study, 183 certificate programs, College of DuPage sees the potential of every member of our community.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Brady
Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
Debbie Wendling
HR Partner
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