Contract Administrator

Contract Administrator

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills, and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The expected starting pay for this position is $68,773.00 - $91,124.00/year, based on experience and education.

We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location

The City and County of Denver utilizes a hybrid model workplace that balances the responsibilities of public service with the benefits of a flexible work environment. Employees work where needed, at a city site and/or in the community several days a week. In this position you can expect to work on site, three (3) days a week at: Wellington E. Webb Building 201 W Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80202.

Please note: Downtown parking expenses are the responsibility of the employee. We offer a flexible spending account option specifically for parking; if you elect this option, you can use pre-tax dollars for parking. We also offer a City-sponsored RTD EcoPass to all City employees allowing the use of public transportation for free as a City Employee.

The Department of Housing Stability (HOST) was established by Executive Order 145 in the fall of 2019 to lead the development and implementation of policies and investments across the housing continuumfrom individuals experiencing homelessness to those seeking new housing opportunities or working to remain stably housed. HOST drives the City and County of Denver's efforts to promote housing stability, expand housing opportunities, and resolve homelessness, both locally and through regional partnerships. As a convener, HOST brings together public, private, and nonprofit partners to advance long-term, collaborative solutions across the housing spectrum.

The Contract Administrator reports through our Operations Division. As part of implementation of HOST's vision of a healthy, housed, and connected Denver, our Contract Administrator leads HOST's contract administration function, ensuring contracts are managed with efficiency, accuracy, and integrity. This role coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with local and federal contracting rules and drives continuous improvement in contracting practices to support housing, shelter, and service initiatives for Denver residents.

The Contract Administrator position will be responsible for:

• Managing Contracts: Draft, review, process, lead and maintain contracts, amendments, renewals, and related documentation.
• Monitoring Compliance: Ensure contracts comply with applicable regulations, funding requirements, City policies, and contract terms.
• Coordinating Stakeholders: Serve as the primary point of contact for program staff, legal counsel, finance, and contractors on contract-related matters.
• Maintaining Contract Records: Track contract status, key milestones, deliverables, and expiration dates while maintaining accurate contract files.
• Supporting Contract Execution: Facilitate contract approvals, signatures, and execution to ensure timely delivery of services.
• Providing Contract Guidance: Answer questions, resolve issues, and provide technical assistance related to contract requirements and processes.
• Assist as needed with agency project deadlines and reports with a team-based approach.

Ideal Candidate Summary

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Experience administering contracts, agreements, and procurement-related activities in a complex public sector, nonprofit, or housing and human services environment.
• Strong knowledge of contract management principles, compliance requirements, and contract lifecycle administration, including drafting, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, build effective working relationships, and navigate competing priorities to support sound decision-making and efficient contract administration.
• Experience working with federally funded programs and regulatory requirements, including resources from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), such as HOME, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), or similar funding sources.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts, deadlines, and priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability to manage changing business needs while providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external partners.
• A commitment to supporting affordable housing, shelter, and services that improve outcomes for Denver residents experiencing housing instability and homelessness.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Management, or a related field.
• Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of professional experience performing contract negotiation, contract administration, or conducting research and analysis in an area such as budget, compliance issues, or accounting.
• Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):

• Resume
• Cover letter with details about your experience and your interest in the role.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, June 21, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than June 21st at 11:59 p.m. to ensure consideration.