Associate Contract Administrator

The Metropolitan Council's Regional Administration Division is accepting applications for an Associate Contract Administrator
.

We are the Metropolitan Council
, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 20 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional parks and trails, transportation, wastewater, and housing services.

More information about us on our website.

We are committed to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Procurement Department assists internal Council units to purchase goods and services needed to conduct Council business. In carrying out this purpose, the department complies with Council policies and procedures, laws of federal, state, and local governments, and requirements of grants the Council receives.

• Enter, validate, and maintain vendor data. Conduct research independent of gathered data to confirm the accuracy and validity of the data.
• Input and edit data in various computer systems.
• Communicate with vendors and internal Council staff regarding vendor requests and vendor data.
• Create reports on one-time and employee vendor requests for leadership.
• Assist with other data management and department reporting.
• Assist with business process systems integration (BPSI) computer system implementation.
• Assist with contract amendments and assignments and related record keeping.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree or higher with two years of experience.
• Associate degree with four years of experience.
• High school diploma/GED with six years of experience.

• Experience working directly with vendors.
• Experience with Tax Identification Number matching.
• Experience adding and modifying vendor profiles in a People Soft-based system.
• Experience reviewing and updating vendor W9 and Automated Clearing House (ACH) forms.
• Experience using Work and Asset Management (WAM) and TXbase systems.
• Experience with contract documents (e.g. contract amendments, assignment agreements, notices to proceed, etc.).
• Experience with multiple types of contracts (e.g. architectural and engineering (A/E), construction, goods, services, etc.).
• Experience reading, analyzing, and interpreting contract terms and conditions.
• Experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environments.

• Knowledge of vendor maintenance, purchasing, accounting, or inventory management systems and processes.
• Knowledge of 1099 reporting requirements.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Computer skills including spreadsheets, databases, and word processing.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and make independent decisions within provided parameters.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage and support staff in contributing to a dynamic work culture that improves the Council's ability to serve the region.
• We encourage and support staff in bringing the full range of experiences and identities that define them to the workplace.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on‑site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.

Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade F

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive:
No

Full Salary Range: $36.43 - $59.13 hourly / $75,774 - $122,990 annually

What your work environment would be: You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.

Disclaimer: The responsibilities listed are typical of the position included in the job classification; however, not all…