Director of Contract Administration

About Hofstra:

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

Description:

The Director of Contract Administration reports to the Assistant Vice President for Financial Affairs and works closely with all divisions of Financial Affairs and the Office of Legal Affairs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: coordination and review of all University contracts for standard requirements and terms, work with departments to ensure adherence to University requirements, highlighting issues for Financial Affairs and General Counsel; coordination of legal requirements for standard provisions; review of contracts for adequate insurance coverage and obtain/provide certificates of insurance; coordination of insurance reviews with University insurance broker; and review of all contracts to ensure compliance with University policies. Work with University departments, guiding them through the contract review process, coordinating legal review with Office of General Counsel; coordinate with Office of Procurement Services regarding the issuance of purchase orders; coordinate review of agreements for tax implications; and coordinate budget review for all financial terms. Follow up and resolve any issues identified in the contract review process; prepare contract packet for final authorization and signature; follow up to ensure fully executed agreements are received and distributed to appropriate departments and vendors; and maintain contract inventory and files, including scanning of contract agreements. Incumbent will also have supervisory responsibility for Contracts Administration staff.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required. Legal education/experience strongly preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of five to seven years of prior experience with contract administration. Previous experience in higher education is strongly preferred. Ability to work well with various departments in a high-volume operation is essential. Experience with critical thinking and analysis required.

Application Instructions:

For consideration, please forward a cover letter with salary requirements and resume to:

Director of Contract Administration Search Committee

Office of Financial Affairs

128 Hofstra University

Hempstead, NY 11549-1280

Email: FinancialAffairs@Hofstra.edu

Please include job "897155 - Contract Administration" in the subject line.

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.