CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM:  ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Office of Operational Support
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, possible weekends and holidays - (subject to change)

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Health Department is seeking a Contract Administrator who will be responsible for:

• Verifying that all supporting documentation is properly attached and consistent with the program’s request
• Oversees executed grants and manages the submission of contracts request to the Strategic Procurement Division, while monitoring the status of executed contracts
• Maintains current and accurate records on leasehold information; 
• Conducts inventories and ensures compliance with agreements
• Interprets contract documents and assists in the resolution of disputed issues
• Works with finance groups and other City departments to resolve problems regarding agreements 
• Research contract issues and prepares information relating to contracts, agreements and practices; 
• Drafts correspondence to various individuals relating to established agreements
• Prepares bids, processes specifications, tests and progress reports, and other exhibits that may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.