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Job no: 496169
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: Pensacola - Main Campus
Categories: Professional
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
POSITION DETAILS
Position Number: 124820
Classification Title: Procurement Manager
Working Title: Procurement Manager, Contract Administration
Department: Procurement and Contracts
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $60,000 - $62,000
Pay Basis: Annually
The Manager of Contract Administration reports to the University's Office of Procurement and Contracts but will work with the University's Office of General Counsel in carrying out their duties. The incumbent will act in a centralized business environment to negotiate, review, and process contracts for the acquisition of goods and services and other purposes as needed by the University, subject to legal matters to final approval of the Office of Procurement and Contracts. Must be familiar with University policy, practice, administrative rules, and Florida law pertaining to public procurement and must be capable of operating the computer-based University-wide contracts management system.
Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience.
Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience. Understand procurement laws and regulations and relate that knowledge to contract work.
Juris Doctor degree preferred.
Experience preferably in an institution of higher education Contract Management or Procurement Services department. Significant knowledge of applying laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to contracting, leasing, and contract-related purchasing is desirable.
Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:
This position requires a criminal background screen.
This position requires fingerprinting.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FTE: 1.0
Preferred Response Date: 09/22/2025
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 (voice) or 850.857.6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
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Applications close:
11000 University Parkway
Building 20E, Room 117
Pensacola, FL 32514
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.