Contract Specialist II

Job Title Contract Specialist II Agency Texas A&M Engineering Department Tees Contracts Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Bryan, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Why work for Texas A&M Engineering? Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society. As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service. Purpose Job Description The Contract Specialist provides primary assistance for administrative actions related to contract management. Responsibilities Serves as initial contact for receipt of contracts and tracks contracts throughout completion. Responsible for logging contracts in departmental database; providing initial response to client; working with the Director and Assistant Director on assignment of contracts; tracking status of pending contract negotiations. Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of budgets, special reports, and other documents. Produces weekly/monthly/quarterly activity reports. Provides various administrative and logistical support. Assists in the coordination of department activities/initiatives. Assists in the maintenance and development of department databases. Works with sponsors to establish TEES in sponsor’s vendor systems. Other duties, as assigned. What We Need Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of related experience. What Is Helpful Sponsored Research/Contract Management background. Working knowledge of Maestro ERP System, AggieBuy, and Concur. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills. Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment. Work Location: Bryan, TX. About TEES Contracts The Contracts team is a dedicated team of professionals charged with facilitating cutting-edge research by leveraging contracting expertise, industry insights, and close coordination with other Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) and Texas A&M University System to execute agreements that further TEES’ overall mission while mitigating risks. TEES Contracts is responsible for the negotiation and execution of industry sponsored research contracts and collaborative and exchange agreements. From initiation to execution, the TEES Contracts team works diligently and efficiently to deliver results that support innovation and create a positive contracting experience for all involved. Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts. Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance. A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution. Additional Voluntary Retirement Program