Contract Services Officer

Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Contract Management, Public Administration, Political Science, Supply Chain Management) Experience in contract administration, procurement, or related areas Experience with Government Contracting or purchasing Familiarity with legal and regulatory requirements Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and negotiation abilities Nice to have: Certifications, any of the following: Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB) Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) National Institute of Government Procurement – Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) Or other certification related to procurement, supply management, supply chain management, logistics. Experience in contract administration, procurement, or related areas at United States public agency/organization Day to Day : 1. Solicitation Support (25% of the Time) Work closely with District staff to develop various solicitations, including: Request for Proposals (RFPs) Request for Bids (RFBs) Solicitation development tasks include: Creating timelines Preparing addendums Issuing formal notifications, memos, and letters Collaborate with Risk Management and/or Legal Counsel as needed. 2. Contract Negotiations (30% of the Time) Prepare, negotiate, and execute agreements and contracts with both public and private entities. Engage Risk Management and/or Legal Counsel during negotiation processes. 3. Contract Management (15% of the Time) Oversee agreements, contracts, and other contractual documents. Responsibilities include: Collecting and reviewing vendor documentation (e.g., tax status, insurance, banking information, surety bonds) Ensuring compliance with contractual terms 4. Document Records Maintenance (15% of the Time) Manage and maintain various contract documents, including: Contracts Insurance records Bonding information Correspondence between the customer and other contract parties Utilize the District’s Record Center, Shared Drive, and other record repositories. 5. Additional Responsibilities (5% of the Time) Assist the Sanitation District Purchasing Manager in editing or rewriting policies and procedures as needed. Contribute to other various projects as assigned. Compensation: $30/hr to $42/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.