What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Contracts Administrator position at Educational Media Foundation - K-LOVE & Air1?
Overview
Why is this the right job for you? Because your familiarity with contract management systems and functions ensure you could navigate the technical aspects of the Senior Contracts Administrator role effortlessly. Your familiarity with legal and contract terminology gives you an edge, and you possess the unique ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a systematic and logical manner. What truly sets you apart is your talent for communicating complex information in a way that is easily understood by any audience.
Confidentiality is second nature to you, and your tactful communication and good judgment are invaluable traits! With your strong organizational and administrative skills, you are ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. Most importantly, you have a love for Jesus, passion for people, and believe in fostering positive relationships!
Our vibrant Franklin, TN offices are eagerly awaiting the arrival of a talented Senior Contracts Administrator like you!
What qualities will the right person possess?
- You love people! You have a service mentality and look for win-wins for all
- You can work independently, but also enjoy collaboration with a team
- You have familiarity with legal and contract terminology
- The ability to deal with multiple, simultaneous tasks in a systematic, logical manner
- The ability to communicate complex information in a way easily understood by the audience
What will your work involve?
- Responsible for handling all aspects of contract administration, from contract review and request intake through contract execution and filing, including; onboarding of contracts, researching and tracking contract abstraction issues, analyzing contract documentation, monitoring progress of pending contracts, communicating status of contract reviews, and managing contracts lifecycle
- Serve as the point of contact for internal customers on contractual matters
- Liaise with the Procurement Department on contractual matters
- Assist in development and implementation of procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policy
- Provide guidance on contract management matters to staff, including training in contracting practices and procedures, as needed
- Monitor compliance by staff with established procedures
- Responsible for general contract administration facilitation, which include handling on-going issues and change management; ensuring contract close-out, extension, or renewal
- Assist in the creation and implementation of systems and documentation to increase efficiency of department, including spreadsheets, forms, checklists, flow and databases
- Proactively interact and work with Team Members in varying levels within EMF’s departments, assisting them with their contract inquiries
- Assist the Procurement Department to manage the end-to-end contract life cycle and associated vendor relationships
You’ll catch our attention if you have these skills and experience:
- Minimum five years of experience in contract administration/management, contracts law, or similar/relevant experience
- A collaborative and flexible style, capable of responding to urgent requests with a strong service mentality
- Experience reviewing and abstracting agreements/contracts
- Knowledge of contract management systems and functions
- Familiarity with legal and contractual terminology
- Strong computer skills; advance knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook)
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all company matters; communicate with tact and good judgment within scope of position
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/ministry relationships
Why work for Educational Media Foundation, K-LOVE/Air1?
Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit, multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa, CA, with a singular radio station, EMF today owns and operates the nation's two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1,000 broadcast signals across all 50 states, streaming audio reaching around the world, and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts, books, films, concerts, and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville, TN, Rocklin, CA, and field locations around the country. View our mission, beliefs, and values.
What can we offer you?
We provide a competitive salary range – and that’s not all!
- Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- Short/long term disability and life insurance
- Robust 401K with company match
- Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
- Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay
- Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more
- Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status. However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith. Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.
