Contract Administrator

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR – Contract Compliance

Reporting Location: 611 Walker, 7th Floor

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm *Subject to Change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Houston is the 4th largest City in the United States. Individuals employed by the City of Houston are part of one of the most diverse workforces in the country. In addition to enjoying employee discounts, comprehensive benefit options and generous leave programs, City employees are a part of an institution that sets the trend for other organizations and states, while touching the lives, businesses, health, and well-being of all Houstonians. The Office of Business Opportunity plays an integral role in positively impacting the lives of Houstonians.

The Office of Business Opportunity's (OBO) vision is to eliminate systemic barriers to prosperity and economic opportunity in the Greater Houston region. Our mission is to cultivate an inclusive and competitive economic environment in the City of Houston by promoting the success of small businesses and developing Houston's workforce, with a special emphasis on historically underutilized businesses and disenfranchised individuals. OBO executes this vision and mission by administering the City's Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprises supplier diversity program, assisting new and growing businesses through targeted programming, and advocating for small businesses at the local, state, and national level. In addition, OBO administers programs and initiatives to address the employment needs of vulnerable Houstonians. OBO also administers the City's Pay or Play Program which aims to level the playing field and enhances fairness in the bid process between competing contractors as it relates to the provision of health benefits. Finally, OBO works to support citywide compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, ensuring equity in access to City programs, activities and services so that every citizen has the greatest opportunity to achieve and obtain the foundations necessary for self-sufficiency and success.

OBO is seeking a Contract Administrator who will serve as the administrator for high-level contracts. The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following tasks:

• Performing full compliance monitoring functions on select contracts, with a special focus on high priority contracts.
• Troubleshooting medium to highly complex contract compliance issues and managing the resolution process, with internal and external stakeholders.
• Overseeing and auditing contracts related to vendors' non-compliance with the City's Supplier Diversity Program.
• Conducts training for OBO staff and external parties, as needed, on contract compliance processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Serving as liaison for execution of disparity studies.
• Representing OBO on select committees and internal or external meetings, when appropriate.
• Recommending and assisting with implementing improvements to OBO's compliance policies, processes, and procedures.
• Assisting with the execution of the OBO's Contract Compliance Division strategic plan.
• Performing quality assurance audits of contract compliance monitoring activities.
• Preparing analytical reports, as assigned.
• Performing supervisory responsibilities, as assigned.
• Performing special projects, as needed, and other position-related duties, as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires visits to outdoor construction sites in addition to working in an office environment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Government or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two years of contract compliance experience are required. Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: YES

A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to details; excellent problem-solving and analytical skills and demonstrated knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel; adapts wells to changes.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The Department may administer a skills assessment test and the applicant must successfully complete skills assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: YES

This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, the candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 22

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

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EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Employer

City of Houston

Address

901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

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