Job Description
Join Wichita's dynamic government team as a Contract Specialist with immediate daily pay opportunities and comprehensive pension benefits. We're hiring motivated professionals to manage public sector contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency in our community's critical operations. This role offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and the security of a government-backed pension plan. Apply now to become part of Wichita's commitment to public excellence.
Responsibilities
- Review and negotiate municipal contracts for goods/services
- Ensure compliance with federal/state procurement regulations
- Manage vendor relationships and performance evaluations
- Prepare financial reports for city council meetings
- Coordinate cross-departmental project implementations
- Conduct risk assessments for contractual agreements
- Maintain accurate contract documentation databases
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- 3+ years government procurement experience
- Proficiency in contract management software (e.g., SAP Ariba)
- Strong knowledge of Kansas procurement statutes
- Certified Public Purchaser (CPP) preferred
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent contracts
- U.S. citizenship and clean background check