Contracts Administrator II
Job in
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida, 33336, USA
Listing for:
Nova Southeastern University
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
-
Business
Business Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Contracts Administrator II - 991377
We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University!
Nova Southwestern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. NSU offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.
We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.
Primary Purpose
Supports the University by managing and optimizing NSU’s automated contract management system. This position handles advanced contract administration duties, ensuring timely and accurate processing of complex agreements. It provides technical and analytical support to improve system efficiency, ensure compliance, and enhance contract lifecycle management.
Job Category
:
Exempt
Hiring Range
: 57630
Pay Basis
:
Annually
Subject to Grant Funding? No
Essential Job Functions
Administers and maintains the University’s automated contract management system, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and efficient workflows across departments.Reviews contract documentation for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with university policies and regulations.Tracks contract milestones, expirations, and renewals, providing proactive notifications and recommendations to departments and the immediate supervisor.Coordinates with Procurement Office, Legal, and internal stakeholders on drafting, negotiating, amending, renewing, and closing contracts.Generates and analyzes regular and ad‑hoc reports to evaluate contract performance, compliance and cycle times; recommends process improvements based on data trends.Assists in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and training materials for system users, to promote consistent and efficient system use.Serves as a subject matter resource on contract management procedures, policies, and best practices.Supports internal audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring contract records meet institutional and regulatory requirements.Leads or contributes to special projects to enhance contract administration processes, technology use, and departmental reporting.May provide guidance and mentorship to assigned staff.Completes other projects as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned or required.Job Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge
:
Working knowledge of contract law, legal terminology, and industry‑specific standards.General knowledge of the legal principles governing contracts, including contract formation, performance, breach, and enforcement.Understanding various contract types, such as fixed‑price, time and materials, cost‑reimbursable, service agreements, non‑disclosure agreements (NDAs), and vendor contracts.Working knowledge of pricing models, cost structures, and how to analyze financial terms within contracts.Understanding the importance of confidentiality in handling sensitive information and acting with integrity when managing contracts.Advanced proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.Skills
:
Writing – Proficient skills in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.Speaking – Proficient skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.Critical Thinking – Proficient skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.Negotiation – Proficient skills in bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.Management of Financial Resources – Proficient skills in determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.Building Relationships – Proficient skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.Abilities
:
Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to…
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