Senior Contract Administrator (Benefits)

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Job Classification: SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

Reporting Location: 611 Walker

Workdays & Hours: M - F 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Human Resources Department Benefits Division is seeking a qualified Senior contract Administrator to provide advice and guidance on contracts to senior management for benefit plans available to employees.  Senior Contract Administrator monitors monthly claims for health benefit plans, help propose enhancements or modifications to existing programs, research industries related to benefits such as health care costs in the company's area and oversees eligibility determination.

• Research and tracks Benefits team performance reviews and reports to management.

• Assists management in the adherence of department standards, procedures and team activities.

• Collecting data and performing research on current practices and then developing policies and rules to ensure continued or improved compliance.

• Monitor contracts to ensure vendor compliance. Enforce contract provisions and resolve vendor conflicts.

• Analyzes and develops reports for assigned and ongoing projects and team status reports.

• Conducts bids and requests for proposals on major projects and initiatives; prepares, and assist with the development of advertisement, and evaluates solicitation submittals to determine responsiveness and responsibility of contractor/vendor/supplier; facilitates the solicitation process after bid, quote or proposal is issued.

• Develops purchasing arrangements and arranges various types of procurement methods; informs vendors of details of purchasing arrangements; prepares and distributes award letters, completes document execution process.

• Prepares bid specifications for the purchase of Health and Wellness Benefits plans and assists the Purchasing Departments in developing bid specifications; assist Legal with drafting sample contracts.

• Facilitates proposal evaluation and Procurement Committee meetings, and pre-bid/proposal conferences.

• Prepares technical evaluation documentation and analytical reports to support major procurements.

• Evaluates vendor performance based on knowledge of prices, delivery and information received from departments relative to vendor service and performance guarantees.

• Extensive knowledge of purchasing methods, procedures and internal controls.

• Advanced knowledge of the RFP process. Prepares Benefits RFPs, review RFPs, work with procurement on RFP development and legal with contract development and preparation

• Ability to carry out job responsibilities in a self-directed and autonomous manner within the department's policies and procedures and administrative priorities.

• Ensure SOP annual review, update and or modifications

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a bachelor's degree in public administration, Business Administration, Government, or closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of contract compliance experience are required. Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

NONEPreference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION     NO

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 27

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

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Due to the high volume of application received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy