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Contract Analyst (7379U) - 40172 About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

Departmental Overview

Contract Administration (CA) is the unit responsible for the formation and administration of construction contracts for the Capital Strategies Department and the campus. CA's primary function is the acquisition of professional, architectural and construction services for the Berkeley Campus. Professional contracting services are provided in compliance with System-wide and Berkeley campus policies and procedures as defined in UCOP's Facilities Manual in addition to applicable local, state, federal, and international laws, rules and regulations, principally those laws pertaining to UC in Calif. Public Contract Code Section 1500, et seq. The Contract Administrator 2 (CA2) serves the campus in two functions: procurement of the professional, licensed contract services of construction and design firms and administration of the contracts after award, i.e., change orders, payment processing and closeout.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 08/11/2022.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Commits/Requests and selects appropriate contracting method based on departmental needs.
• Prepares and executes standard contract documents.
• Identifies and investigates new contractors with a special emphasis on business outreach.
• Applies professional contract administration concepts to investigate, qualify and select contractor sources and bidders.
• Under general supervision, may conduct bidding cycle activities for construction contracts.
• Identifies and evaluates available information to make sound business decisions.
• Conducts bidding cycle activities for construction work, receives quotes, reviews quotations, negotiates terms and conditions, makes awards and documents transactions for audit purposes.
• Drafts standard contract language, validates sole-source justifications, and develops counterproposals.
• Meets and confers with contractors and campus clients regarding University contracting policies, procedures and practices.
• Teaches in-house training sessions on contracting issues.
• Teaches in-house training sessions on various contracting issues like the procedures for the Unifier, Mini Form and Authorizations processes.
• Reviews insurance submittals for conformance with contract requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of and/or ability to learn internal departmental/unit operating policies, applicable state and federal regulations and general contract terms.
• Working knowledge and understanding of specific contracting assignments.
• Reading and comprehension skills consistent with the ability to understand information contained in Commits, specifications, contracts, and related documents.
• Written, verbal and professional interpersonal communications skills; and ability to deal effectively with broad and diverse constituencies ensuring strong customer service orientation and skills.
• Organizational, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Listening and political acumen skills.
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn the organization, including its infrastructure, goals, mission, rules, policies, guidelines, etc.
• Ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and handle emergency situations calmly and expeditiously.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) non-exempt career position, which is paid bi-weekly and eligible for full UC Benefits. Hourly pay for this role is commensurate with experience.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume when applying.

Referral Source info
This job is part of the Employee Referral Program. If a UC Berkeley employee is referring you, please ensure you select the Referral Source of 'UCB Employee' and then enter the employee's Name and Berkeley email address in the Specific Referral Source field. Please enter only one name and email.
Other Information

Note for remote: 20% during the probationary period and then up to 80% with Supervisor approval.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see:

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct



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