Utah Transit Authority

• Provide support for the strategic oversight and management of all non-procurement contracts and agreements between Utah Transit Authority (UTA) and external parties.
• Ensure that obligations and risks are thoroughly understood and aligned with Board of Trustees policies, statutory requirements, and transit operational needs.
• Be responsible for the full scope of professional duties related to tracking, monitoring, analyzing, and administering non-procurement agreements.
• Act as a subject matter expert to all levels of management on agreements such as interlocal agreements, revenue-generating agreements, real estate transactions, utility service agreements, and other non-procurement engagements.
• Support financial analysis, treasury operations, and other financial activities as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) years with demonstrated progressive competence in contract management or other procurement work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting.
• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or other related discipline.
• Background in contract management, financial analysis and data analysis preferred.
• Extensive course work and/or experience in principles and practices of contract administration and financial analysis.
• Graduate training and/or degree in finance and contract administration preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of contractual law and applicable federal and state procurement laws and procedures; in-depth understanding of various types of contracts, contract procedures, terms and conditions, and contractual documents.
• Knowledge of financial and business best practices; ability to research and analyze financial and other information.
• Experience with JD Edwards or other ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation, project management, and proactive problem-solving.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and follow-up skills; ability to handle heavy workloads with tight deadlines under minimal supervision.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner with UTA senior management/staff, outside organizations, and interested parties.
• Ability to lead and facilitate large groups or committees; understand and interpret contracts; pay close attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ethics and integrity, with perceived fairness, tolerance, honesty, and consistency in following policies and procedures.

• Ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders from management, staff, vendors, et.

• Embraces Outward Mindset Exhibiting strong E.I. skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management). Relating comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Partnering with others to get work done. Managing conflict. Seeking feedback without being defensive.
• Develops Self & Others Taking action to continuously improve. Accepting assignments that broaden capabilities. Placing high priority on developing others. Developing others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments.
• Ensures Fairness Concerned with the welfare of others and expressing that concern on a personal level. Distributing resources fairly. Giving others a voice prior to reaching decisions that affect them. Reaching decisions through a fair process. Explaining to others why and how decisions were made that impact them.

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
• Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness.
• Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile and AT&T.
• Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pets health and needs).

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