Contract Administrator II- Department of Public Works

Salary Range:

$60,877 - $99,222 / Annually

Hiring Salary Range:

$60,877 - $60,877 /Annually

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Job Summary:


A Contract Administrator II reviews, analyzes and verifies documents submitted by contractors and vendors and compiles reports required for the finalization of services, commodities or construction contracts. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed primarily in an office where there are few uncomfortable working conditions. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:


On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:


Education: Have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

AND


Experience: Have two years of experience in contract administration work, project management or project coordination.

OR


Equivalency Notes: Have an additional six months of experience in contract administration, project management or project coordination may substitute for each year of the college education requirement.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver's permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER'S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.


NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

NOTE: Members must hold and maintain required current licenses and certifications as a condition of continued employment.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. **


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of practices and procedures of services, commodities or construction contract administration including contract auditing, legal terminology and the processing of final contract documents.
• Knowledge of common business, database, spreadsheet and project management software.
• Ability to audit contractors' and vendors' estimates, invoices, and extra work orders.
• Ability to interpret and explain City contract procedures.
• Ability, when applicable, to read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specifications.
• Ability, when applicable, to interpret Standard Operating Procedures for construction project life cycle.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective liaison with contractors, vendors, project managers, consultants, engineers and Federal, State, City and private utility company personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to produce graphs and charts and prepare written documents using standard business pc computers and software.
• Ability to maintain records and write reports.

Additional Information


Background Check


Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.


Probation


All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months.

Eligibility


Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.


Education Accreditation


Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at


Selection Process


All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.


Examination Process


Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.


The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.


Your Recruiter: (Katrina Bayton)


If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Katrina Bayton, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at View email address on click.appcast.io

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.


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