Contracts Specialist - Burnett Specialists
Sugar Land, TX 77478
About the Job
Location: Sugar Land, TXLength: 4 months starting January 7, 2025
Hours: M-F, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (1 hour lunch), remote work from home on Friday
Pay Rate: $25/hr.
Requirements: Seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of contracts experience
Job Description: The temporary Contracts Specialist will assist in the administration of the contract procurement process. This person will organize, prepare, negotiate, and maintain contracts for district-wide agreements. Organize and Prepare Contracts:
Communicate with other district personnel and departments, attorneys, risk management (insurance), and others to coordinate activities, exchange information and facilitate contract operations
Perform research to determine legality and applicability of proposed contract terms and recommend proposed revisions
Prepare and submit contract documents for implementation and execution
Maintain Contracts:
Maintain computer database files to track contracts and other contract-related documents
Ensure all contract documents are valid and updated through the life of the contract
Perform appropriate contract close-out
Customer Service:
Assist other personnel to promote and ensure an efficient and effective work environment
Attend various meetings and participate as a committee member, as required
Provide excellent customer service that is prompt and professional
Education:
Associates degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited program required
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Other Skills and Abilities:
Excellent computer application skills including Microsoft Word, Excel PowerPoint, and DocuSign
Knowledge of general legal terminology and legal principles
Ability to organize and prioritize workload; ability to multi-task and perform on deadline
Effective communication skills, and the ability to work with complex issues in a confidential and fast paced work environment
Source : Burnett Specialists