Contract Administrator

Position Overview Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested Service line/ Section: Houston Water/ Regulatory Compliance and Utility Development (RCUD) Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street, 18th Floor Workdays & Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.* *Subject to change Description of Duties / Essential Functions The Contract Administrator position will perform professional work in the creation and administration of water supply, wastewater, and groundwater reduction program contracts. Key Responsibilities Process applications and administer treated and untreated water supply contracts, groundwater reduction program contracts, and wastewater management contracts. Manage and maintain a Master List of contracts and contacts. Correspond with internal and external customers. Create and submit related periodic reports. Coordinate with other City departments on issues related to processing contract documents. Research contract issues and prepare information relating to contracts, agreements, and practices; draft correspondence to various individuals relating to established agreements. Track the contract process. Process invoice payments. Working Conditions Essentially a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. No major sources of discomfort. Minimum Requirements Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Government, or closely related field. Experience Requirements: Two years of contract compliance or other related professional analytical compliance experience. 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: None. Preferences Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge of water utility contracting experience. Preference shall also 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, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1‑6. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Houston,-T