The University of Vermont
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The University of Vermont 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, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.
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Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.
For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.
Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application!
This position has responsibility as a contract analyst for operational aspects of procurement contracts and serve as a liaison between Purchasing Services and University departments to ensure emerging requests are identified, appropriate documentation included, prioritized, reviewed, and resolved in a thorough and timely manner. Manage workload with all activities related to the reviewing of procurement contracts to ensure all legal protections and terms and conditions are reviewed per policy and meeting instructed compliance protocols. Oversee and manage the current contract management software platform, while onboarding/training, standardizing workflow, continuous improvement for building best practices, and recommending strategic initiatives to enhance processes. This position is expected to be completely familiar with all aspects of contracting, legal review, and provide excellent internal and external customer service. This position is expected to possess a moderate understanding of contract compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and University policies/procedures. Excellent organizational skills are required to manage the status of all contracts that require review while meeting multiple deadlines, attending meetings and responding to unique stakeholders’ needs. Work with the Director of Purchasing to take the lead on short and long-term projects, specialized strategic initiatives and/or leadership skills. (e.g., prepare Board of Trustees documents, participate in RFP’s and other special projects as assigned. Maintain close relationships with the Office of Compliance and the Office of General Counsel.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor’s degree
Four to five years of relevant experience in contract review or contract management in higher education.
Knowledge and understanding of contract compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and legal language terms.
Ability to manage workload, set priorities, and meet required deadlines.
Experience with a variety of software platforms, such as word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe applications and contract management software.
Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
Strong analytical skills for problem resolution and complex contract analysis.
Ability to interact with many levels of staff, senior management and external suppliers professionally.
Desirable Qualifications
Law Degree/J.D. or paralegal certification highly desirable and 10+ years of experience
Knowledge and understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act and accessibility, information security and data integration issues, data privacy and security laws and regulations highly desirable.
For someone meeting these qualifications the anticipated pay range is $98,000 to $103,000
Anticipated Pay Range
Anticipated Pay Range $80,000 to $90,000 ($98,000 to $103,000 - see Desired Qualifications field)
Other Information
Special Conditions
Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA
FLSA Exempt
Union Position
Union Position No
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 12/04/2025
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled No
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title
Position Title Compliance&RegAffairs PC5 X
Posting Number
Posting Number S5846PO
Department
Department Purchasing/11552
Position Number
Position Number 00027731
Percent of Full-Time
Percent of Full-Time 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5
Term (months per year)
Term (months per year) 12
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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The University of Vermont 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, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.
For information on safety and security at the University of Vermont, see the annual security report by clicking on the
Clery Act
button in the sidebar menu.
Finalists for positions at UVM may be subject to a criminal background check.
For classified staff positions, actual hiring pay dependent on current competitor market conditions, comparable campus peer(s) at time of hire, and candidate’s experience level and length.
Be sure to carefully review and update your application information before submitting an application!
This position has responsibility as a contract analyst for operational aspects of procurement contracts and serve as a liaison between Purchasing Services and University departments to ensure emerging requests are identified, appropriate documentation included, prioritized, reviewed, and resolved in a thorough and timely manner. Manage workload with all activities related to the reviewing of procurement contracts to ensure all legal protections and terms and conditions are reviewed per policy and meeting instructed compliance protocols. Oversee and manage the current contract management software platform, while onboarding/training, standardizing workflow, continuous improvement for building best practices, and recommending strategic initiatives to enhance processes. This position is expected to be completely familiar with all aspects of contracting, legal review, and provide excellent internal and external customer service. This position is expected to possess a moderate understanding of contract compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and University policies/procedures. Excellent organizational skills are required to manage the status of all contracts that require review while meeting multiple deadlines, attending meetings and responding to unique stakeholders’ needs. Work with the Director of Purchasing to take the lead on short and long-term projects, specialized strategic initiatives and/or leadership skills. (e.g., prepare Board of Trustees documents, participate in RFP’s and other special projects as assigned. Maintain close relationships with the Office of Compliance and the Office of General Counsel.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor’s degree
Four to five years of relevant experience in contract review or contract management in higher education.
Knowledge and understanding of contract compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and legal language terms.
Ability to manage workload, set priorities, and meet required deadlines.
Experience with a variety of software platforms, such as word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe applications and contract management software.
Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
Strong analytical skills for problem resolution and complex contract analysis.
Ability to interact with many levels of staff, senior management and external suppliers professionally.
Desirable Qualifications
Law Degree/J.D. or paralegal certification highly desirable and 10+ years of experience
Knowledge and understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act and accessibility, information security and data integration issues, data privacy and security laws and regulations highly desirable.
For someone meeting these qualifications the anticipated pay range is $98,000 to $103,000
Anticipated Pay Range
Anticipated Pay Range $80,000 to $90,000 ($98,000 to $103,000 - see Desired Qualifications field)
Other Information
Special Conditions
Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA
FLSA Exempt
Union Position
Union Position No
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 12/04/2025
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled No
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title
Position Title Compliance&RegAffairs PC5 X
Posting Number
Posting Number S5846PO
Department
Department Purchasing/11552
Position Number
Position Number 00027731
Percent of Full-Time
Percent of Full-Time 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5
Term (months per year)
Term (months per year) 12
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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