Contract Administrator II

Contract Administrator II page is loaded## Contract Administrator II locations:
Ames, IAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R18392##

Position Title:

Contract Administrator II## Job Group:

Professional & Scientific## Required

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience##

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with consultant and/or construction contacts.  

Experience with payment systems for consultant and/or construction contracts.  

Experience with databases and web-content management programs.  

Experience with Microsoft Office, including intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.  

Experience with financial reporting.  Experience presenting information to audiences from 5-60 people including internal staff, design professionals, and clients.##

Job Description:

** Summary
* * Real Estate and Capital Planning at Iowa State University is seeking qualified candidates for a Contract Administrator II to join the Contract Administration team.

The Contract Administrator will develop contractual agreements that are compliant with federal and state regulations and will maintain a vendor database of qualified suppliers. This position will lead public meetings, such as pre-bid meetings and bid openings, and will need to maintain close working relationships with management, customers, and other professionals. This position may prepare financial reports as needed.

The successful candidate will possess good communication skills, strong analytical and organizational skills, be detail oriented, and have the ability to guide a variety of project teams with conflicting interests, needs, or requirements; and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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** Level Guidelines*
* • Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals  
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues  
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems  
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests  
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff  
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity  
• Provides guidance to students

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.## Appointment Type:

Regular## Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period## Time Type:

Full time## Pay Grade:

PS808## Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
** Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please Note:

To receive full consideration, applications should be received by January 14, 2026.
** If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment or call  or Toll Free:
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:  
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans  
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans  
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)  
• Life insurance and long-term disability  
• Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Wellbeing program## Original Posting Date:

January 5, 2026## Posting Close Date:## Job

Requisition Number:

R18392

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