City of Phoenix
Contracts Specialist II - Public Transit Department
City of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Contracts Specialist II - Public Transit Department
Be among the first 25 applicants Pay found in job post Base pay range $69,492.80/yr - $113,193.60/yr About This Position The Public Transit Department provides residents with a variety of transit options and services, which range from local and commuter buses to alternative transportation for senior citizens and individuals with special needs. The Public Transit Department is looking for a Contract Specialist II to operate within the Operations Division at the Transit Facility located at 2010 W. Desert Cove Avenue, Phoenix. The Contract Specialist II performs advanced administrative work involving writing and administering complex transit service contracts, studying and applying administrative systems, policies, and practices, and contracting for and monitoring private transit service providers. Incumbents receive only nominal supervision and handle complex and difficult operations and services. Work requires the use of critical thinking skills, initiative, professional judgement, and is performed under the supervision of the Transit Superintendent. Responsibilities
Overseeing day-to-day fixed-route operations. Preparing performance-related reports and creating data reports. Developing, monitoring budgets, expenditures, and budget projections. Monitoring/Observing, and data collection and analysis of transit field operation. Working with private sector transit managers and professionals from other transit agencies/cities. Ideal Candidate
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrates exemplary customer-service skills. Knowledge utilizing Clever Devices System. Knowledge of transit operations and/or Public Transit industry. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Public Transportation industry. Ability to correctly interpret complex laws, regulations, guidelines, agreements, and follow policies and procedures. Salary
Pay Range: $69,492.80 to $113,193.60 annually. Hiring Range: $69,492.80 to $102,668.80 annually. Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions. 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions. Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans. Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan. Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually. Dental, vision, and life insurance options. Employer paid long-term disability. Free Bus/light rail pass. Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year. Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days. Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period. Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi. Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience working with governmental contracts or experience assisting a contracts administrator in contract preparation. Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position. Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Qualifications
Direct contract monitoring and compliance experience. Experience in monitoring transit field operations. Experience conducting transit fleet inspections. Experience engaging both internal and external stakeholders. Experience with developing, interpreting, and analyzing reports. Experience developing and monitoring budgets and expenditures. Experience in contract interpreting; and applying local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Recruitment Dates
Recruitment closes October 13, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date. How to Apply
Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address. Recruitment Assistance
Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference. If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 495-5700 or by text at (800) 367-8939. You may also fill out and submit a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form. Reference
Contracts Specialist II, JC:06630, ID# 59485, 9/29/2025, USM, GO, Benefits:007 Building the Phoenix of tomorrow. City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
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Be among the first 25 applicants Pay found in job post Base pay range $69,492.80/yr - $113,193.60/yr About This Position The Public Transit Department provides residents with a variety of transit options and services, which range from local and commuter buses to alternative transportation for senior citizens and individuals with special needs. The Public Transit Department is looking for a Contract Specialist II to operate within the Operations Division at the Transit Facility located at 2010 W. Desert Cove Avenue, Phoenix. The Contract Specialist II performs advanced administrative work involving writing and administering complex transit service contracts, studying and applying administrative systems, policies, and practices, and contracting for and monitoring private transit service providers. Incumbents receive only nominal supervision and handle complex and difficult operations and services. Work requires the use of critical thinking skills, initiative, professional judgement, and is performed under the supervision of the Transit Superintendent. Responsibilities
Overseeing day-to-day fixed-route operations. Preparing performance-related reports and creating data reports. Developing, monitoring budgets, expenditures, and budget projections. Monitoring/Observing, and data collection and analysis of transit field operation. Working with private sector transit managers and professionals from other transit agencies/cities. Ideal Candidate
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrates exemplary customer-service skills. Knowledge utilizing Clever Devices System. Knowledge of transit operations and/or Public Transit industry. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Public Transportation industry. Ability to correctly interpret complex laws, regulations, guidelines, agreements, and follow policies and procedures. Salary
Pay Range: $69,492.80 to $113,193.60 annually. Hiring Range: $69,492.80 to $102,668.80 annually. Benefits
Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions. 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions. Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans. Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan. Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually. Dental, vision, and life insurance options. Employer paid long-term disability. Free Bus/light rail pass. Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year. Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days. Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period. Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi. Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience working with governmental contracts or experience assisting a contracts administrator in contract preparation. Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position. Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Qualifications
Direct contract monitoring and compliance experience. Experience in monitoring transit field operations. Experience conducting transit fleet inspections. Experience engaging both internal and external stakeholders. Experience with developing, interpreting, and analyzing reports. Experience developing and monitoring budgets and expenditures. Experience in contract interpreting; and applying local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Recruitment Dates
Recruitment closes October 13, 2025. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date. How to Apply
Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address. Recruitment Assistance
Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference. If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 495-5700 or by text at (800) 367-8939. You may also fill out and submit a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form. Reference
Contracts Specialist II, JC:06630, ID# 59485, 9/29/2025, USM, GO, Benefits:007 Building the Phoenix of tomorrow. City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
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