Contract Specialist
The Midtown Group, San Marcos, TX, United States
Are you a detail-oriented contracting professional looking to make a meaningful impact in higher education? We are seeking a dedicated
Contract Specialist
to join our Procurement and Strategic Sourcing team in San Marcos.
In this role, you will perform advanced contract management, playing a critical part in supporting the university’s mission while ensuring compliance with State of Texas agency requirements. You will use your legal, analytical, and negotiation skills to draft, coordinate, and track a broad range of contracts—protecting the university's interests and ensuring our agreements meet institutional needs.
What You Will Do
Draft & Negotiate:
Research, prepare, review, and negotiate various contract documents, amendments, terms, and conditions to ensure favorable and compliant agreements.
Ensure Compliance:
Review contracts for legal sufficiency and required clauses. Stay current on state, federal, and university procurement rules, regulations, and risk management practices.
Manage the Contract Lifecycle:
Maintain accurate records of approvals, renewals, and critical dates. Oversee the official contracts database, ensure timely closure of expired contracts, and generate regular oversight reports.
Collaborate & Advise:
Partner with the Office of General Counsel and serve as the primary point of contact for internal/external stakeholders. Interpret contract requirements, resolve disputes, and advise departments on contractual rights and responsibilities.
Drive Improvement:
Train university staff on contracting policies, support procurement audits, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications (Note: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications in their application materials.)
Experience:
2–5+ years in contract administration, procurement, solicitations, or a related field. (Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis).
Communication:
Strong proficiency in preparing clear, grammatically correct correspondence and documents, with excellent proofreading skills.
Technical Skills:
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). Familiarity with contract management software is a plus.
Cognitive & Organizational Skills:
Ability to interpret and retain complex information, analyze reports, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a high-demand environment.
Professionalism:
Demonstrated ethical behavior and the ability to maintain professionalism in all interactions.
Physical/Visual Requirements:
Ability to perform sedentary work (occasional lifting up to 10 lbs), assist with files/events, and sustain excellent visual acuity for detailed data work and extended screen use under artificial lighting.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, finance, law, economics, or a related field (experience may substitute for education).
Working knowledge of Higher Education, State, and Federal procurement and contracting regulations.
Knowledge of Jaggaer Contracts Plus (formerly SciQuest) and experience using SAP or other ERP systems.
Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification (must be obtained within six months of hire).
Schedule & Location
Work Days:
Monday – Friday
Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Occasional overtime, evenings, or weekends may be required to meet business needs).
Location:
This is a strictly
in-person
position.
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Contract Specialist
to join our Procurement and Strategic Sourcing team in San Marcos.
In this role, you will perform advanced contract management, playing a critical part in supporting the university’s mission while ensuring compliance with State of Texas agency requirements. You will use your legal, analytical, and negotiation skills to draft, coordinate, and track a broad range of contracts—protecting the university's interests and ensuring our agreements meet institutional needs.
What You Will Do
Draft & Negotiate:
Research, prepare, review, and negotiate various contract documents, amendments, terms, and conditions to ensure favorable and compliant agreements.
Ensure Compliance:
Review contracts for legal sufficiency and required clauses. Stay current on state, federal, and university procurement rules, regulations, and risk management practices.
Manage the Contract Lifecycle:
Maintain accurate records of approvals, renewals, and critical dates. Oversee the official contracts database, ensure timely closure of expired contracts, and generate regular oversight reports.
Collaborate & Advise:
Partner with the Office of General Counsel and serve as the primary point of contact for internal/external stakeholders. Interpret contract requirements, resolve disputes, and advise departments on contractual rights and responsibilities.
Drive Improvement:
Train university staff on contracting policies, support procurement audits, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications (Note: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications in their application materials.)
Experience:
2–5+ years in contract administration, procurement, solicitations, or a related field. (Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis).
Communication:
Strong proficiency in preparing clear, grammatically correct correspondence and documents, with excellent proofreading skills.
Technical Skills:
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). Familiarity with contract management software is a plus.
Cognitive & Organizational Skills:
Ability to interpret and retain complex information, analyze reports, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a high-demand environment.
Professionalism:
Demonstrated ethical behavior and the ability to maintain professionalism in all interactions.
Physical/Visual Requirements:
Ability to perform sedentary work (occasional lifting up to 10 lbs), assist with files/events, and sustain excellent visual acuity for detailed data work and extended screen use under artificial lighting.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, finance, law, economics, or a related field (experience may substitute for education).
Working knowledge of Higher Education, State, and Federal procurement and contracting regulations.
Knowledge of Jaggaer Contracts Plus (formerly SciQuest) and experience using SAP or other ERP systems.
Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification (must be obtained within six months of hire).
Schedule & Location
Work Days:
Monday – Friday
Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Occasional overtime, evenings, or weekends may be required to meet business needs).
Location:
This is a strictly
in-person
position.
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