Contracts Technician at Academy School District 20

Location:EAC (Education and Administration Center)Recruiting Start Date:11/18/2025Estimated Start Date:11/24/2025Develops negotiates and administers service and supply contracts and agreements. Develops new business proposals of moderate to high dollar value risk creativity and complexity. Creates solicitations and contracts while analyzing cost estimates. Negotiates price date of delivery and other contractual and licensing provisions to include terms and conditions with suppliers. Reviews specifications and statement of work with originator.The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.Reports consistently for work as scheduledPerforms other duties as assignedAttains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance StandardsAssists at bid openings and proposal meetingsAttend seminars and continuing education classes to stay current in government procurement activitiesConducts pre-bid conferences with bidders and departmentsDevelops and maintains effective relationships with customer contracting officials to facilitate business transactions and enhance future acquisitionsDirects the development of terms conditions and specifications ensuring compliance with project instructions consistent with contract terms and conditionsEvaluates requests for purchase of supplies equipment and services to determine appropriate procurement methodEvaluates analyzes tabulates and recommends bid awards to user by considering price quality and delivery (best value)Initiates the coordination of purchase order closeout actions on a timely basis including but not limited to review of claims final project cost and coordinationMaintains files and distributes bid information to end user and vendorsMonitors vendor performancePrepares and maintains contracts and contract renewals for approval and signature as required with a wide range of commodities and valuesProvides information and support for technical purchases to project staff and district personnelResponsible to the Purchasing Supervisor and District Contracting Officer for ensuring the appropriate project procurement system is utilizedReviews life cycle cost analysis and cost proposal development and participates in technical proposal preparation for service contractsServes as assistant P-Card administrator working with the bank on declines new cardholder set-up training on purchases and reconciliation MCC issues etc.Serves as Purchasing web administratorKnowledge Skills and Abilities:Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systemsAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to create access input retrieve and manipulate information in various software systems including databases and spreadsheetsAbility to establish and maintain accurate record keeping document management and filing systemsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors administrators coworkers staff students parents and the general publicAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to maintain a positive attitudeAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesAbility to operate standard office equipment performing a wide range of supportive tasksAbility to perform effective statistical analysisAbility to perform routine bookkeeping and clerical accounting tasks effectively and efficientlyAbility to train others in procedures and the use of equipmentAbility to understand and follow complex oral and written instructionsAbility to use Enterprise Resource Planning software effectivelyAbility to work days hours locations and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilitiesAbility to work independently without direct supervision and in a team environmentCommitment to the education of students as a primary responsibilityComputer proficiency including office productivity applicationsConsiderable knowledge of policies procedures and overall district functionsDemonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesDemonstrated ability to work well with others in a team settingDemonstrates citizenship compassion courage discernment excellence honesty hope integrity patience perseverance reliability respect responsibility and trustworthinessDemonstrates successful interpersonal interactionsDetail-orientedEnergetic creative innovative flexibleExcellent cooperative collaborative and problem-solving skillsExtensive knowledge of governmental purchasing practices and procedures including ability to prepare specifications for Request for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Quotes (RFQ)Knowledge of negotiation principles and practicesStrong mathematical and analytical skillsStrong organizational interpersonal written listening and verbal communication skillsStrong understanding of educationWillingness to participate in trainings conferences and professional learning opportunities to continually improve abilitiesWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet moderate and loud.The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students public and/or other staff.The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.Work is generally performed within a standard office environment.Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands if listed are considered essential functionsSits stands walks stoops kneels and crouches/squats while performing dutiesHas oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devicesUses eyes hands and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensilsLifts or carries burdens weighing up to 25 lbs. while performing dutiesCognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze communicate compare compile compute coordinate copy evaluate instruct negotiate synthesize reason and use interpersonal skills.Required Qualifications:High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalentPreferred Qualifications:Certified Professional Public Buyer - Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council Certified Public Procurement Officer - Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council Experience in Public-Sector ProcurementCompensation Range: $22.81-23.95Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours per Day:8.0 hour(s) per dayNumber of Days per Year:260 Days M-FBenefits Eligibility:Full-time - RegularFor more information on our benefits please visit Employee Benefits Academy District 20 ().FLSA Status:United States of America (Non-Exempt)How to Apply:New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:A current resumePlease do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the postingHiring Manager Email:Required Experience:IC Key Skills Facilities Management,ADMA,Heavy Bus Driving,AXA,Building Services,Courier Delivery Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 22 - 23