Contract Administrator - Legal Department - FT - Days - MHS

Overview At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well‑being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Summary The Contract Administrator oversees the full lifecycle of contracts within assigned facilities or departments and serves as a liaison between internal stakeholders and the Legal Contract Administration team. Responsibilities include assessing organizational risk and liability, drafting contracts, assisting in negotiations, and facilitating document gathering and decision‑making throughout the review and approval process. The role also supports the implementation of contract operations policies and provides education to departments for organizational consistency and compliance. Responsibilities Assists with drafting and negotiations as needed and acts as a subject matter expert in designated contract categories. Provides system training and guidance to contract management software users and delivers in‑services on process updates and system changes. Manages the contract lifecycle, tracks key dates, and ensures timely submission of extensions, amendments, or termination requests. Processes contract amendments, renewals, terminations, and related instruments in accordance with departmental protocols and timelines. Maintains quality assurance and reporting, performs database audits, and contributes to internal/external audit readiness. Verifies vendor compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational policies, including evaluating procurement methods and FMV requirements. Serves as the primary point of contact for all contract‑related inquiries and requests within the assigned facility or department. Supports contract compliance goals by implementing activities aligned with departmental and organizational strategic plans. Communicates with counterparties and gathers required compliance and supporting documentation for contract files. Engages with internal stakeholders, including executive leadership, to provide updates, resolve roadblocks, and support decision‑making. Competencies Accountability Analysis and Decision Making Customer Service Problem Solving Project Management Responding to Change Standards of Behavior Education and Certification Requirements Master’s Degree (Required) Juris Doctorate (Preferred) Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Five (5) years of hands‑on contract experience, preferably in healthcare. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Bending and Stooping = 40% Climbing = 0% Keyboard Entry = 80% Kneeling = 0% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40% Reaching = 60% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60% Sitting = 60% Standing = 60% Walking = 60% Audible Speech = 80% Hearing Acuity = 80% Computer Monitor = 80% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 20% Shift Primarily for office workers – not eligible for shift differential. Equal Opportunity Employer Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post‑offer, pre‑placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io (M‑F, 8am‑5pm) or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr