Contracts Specialist

Position Information

Under the supervision of the Director of Contracts, the Contracts Specialist manages, reviews, negotiates, drafts, and processes simple and complex contracts for the school of medicine (SOM). Coordinates with stakeholders and manages the contract lifecycle process to ensure timely and efficient administration of all contracting activities. Detail oriented and organized. Independently provides advice/guidance to various stakeholders, staff, and affiliates, and works closely with health sciences attorney, as necessary. Leads in resolving contract-related operational issues and maintains ongoing external and internal relationships. Additionally, develops and provides training to other departments when necessary. The full salary range for the Contracts Specialist is $73,600 - $133,200 annually. However the expected pay scale for this position is up to $118,300. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This position offers a hybrid schedule with a minimum three days in office with the option of two days remote.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Required

Degree

Juris Doctor degree, paralegal degree/certification, or contracting professional certification

Requirement

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience

4 - 7 years of related experience.

Requirement

Required

Experience

Experience working in a healthcare environment.

Requirement

Minimum Requirements

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of specific contracting assignments.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills; and ability to deal effectively with broad and diverse constituencies ensuring strong customer service orientation and skills.
• Strong organizational, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Strong listening and political acumen skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of internal departmental/unit operating policies, applicable state and federal regulations and general contract terms.
• Strong knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, goals, mission, rules, policies, guidelines, etc.
  
  

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
  
  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Custom Scope

Demonstrates professional skills as a seasoned, experienced contract administer to draft and issue complex and varied contracts. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions, including identifying potential contractors, conducting the bidding process, drafting contract terms, and ensuring compliance with contract terms through contract completion.

Department Custom Scope

Under the supervision of the Director of Contracts, the Contracts Specialist manages, reviews, negotiates, drafts, and processes simple and complex contracts for the school of medicine (SOM). Coordinates with stakeholders and manages the contract lifecycle process to ensure timely and efficient administration of all contracting activities. Detail oriented and organized. Independently provides advice/guidance to various stakeholders, staff, and affiliates, and works closely with health sciences attorney, as necessary. Leads in resolving contract-related operational issues and maintains ongoing external and internal relationships. Additionally, develops and provides training to other departments when necessary.