Contracts Specialist I

About the role

The University’s Procurement Services & Contract Administration office is seeking a Contracts Specialist I to support the strategic acquisition of goods and services. The role ensures contracts are reviewed, processed, and executed in compliance with state, federal, and university guidelines while delivering cost‑effective solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze and review university contracts, coordinating with the Procurement Office for timely execution.
• Process departmental requisitions and perform daily contract office tasks in line with PVAMU, TAMU, and state regulations.
• Facilitate contract reviews by the Office of General Counsel when required.
• Manage contracts from origination through full execution, including any necessary purchasing actions.
• Upload and maintain completed contract files in the contract monitoring system and handle document retention.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the department.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• No prior experience required; two years of procurement or compliance experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of OMB Circulars and state/federal contract and grant regulations.

Required skills

• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet applications (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Technical writing and editing abilities, especially for contractual language.
• Strong multitasking and collaborative work style.
• Effective written and oral communication.

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.
• Opportunity to work within a respected university environment.
• Professional development in procurement and contract administration.