Contracts Administrator - Construction jobs in Laramie, WY

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Associate General Counsel/Grants & Contracts Administrator  

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Associate General Counsel/Grants & Contracts Administrator will serve as a member of the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and the Pre-Award Services Office, under the Research and Economic Development Division (REDD). The position’s primary responsibility will consist of efficiently and timely reviewing, negotiating, processing, and managing the formal University acceptance of sponsored projects awards including grants, cooperative agreements and contracts for the University community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Draft, negotiate, and review terms and conditions with federal, state, and private entities on University sponsored projects agreements.
• Provide written and verbal communications with various internal and external parties to ensure the timely and accurate review, negotiation, and acceptance of agreements.
• Provide customer service to all campus users.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on sponsored project agreements.
• Work collaboratively within OGC and REDD as well as with the University department administrators, principal investigators, and Technology Transfer Office to answer questions, resolve issues, and interpret agreement provisions and terms.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Serve on committees and perform other duties as assigned by OGC and Pre-Award.
• Attend conferences and workshops applicable to research administration and legal updates and trends within contract administration.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Judgment/Decision Making
• Research/Analytical skills
• Communication skills/Teamwork
• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Independence
• Adaptability

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education: J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
Experience:  2 years related experience
Other requirements:  Member in good standing of the Wyoming Bar or who will be admitted to the Wyoming Bar within twelve months of employment

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Research and analytical skills.
• 2 years translatable work-experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience includes contract negotiation or working in research or sponsored programs administration at an institution of higher education.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
• Certified Research Administrator, CRA, CPRA or CFRA. 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 03/13/2024 will receive full consideration. 

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/