Contract Administrator in Sandy Springs, Georgia at City Of Sandy Springs

Department: Finance – Purchasing Division

The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Contract Administrator to support our Purchasing Division. In this role, you'll coordinate the full lifecycle of City contracts—from preparation and routing through amendments, renewals, compliance tracking, and closeout—helping ensure contracts are accurate, properly documented, and administered in accordance with City policies and procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys working with contracts, collaborating across departments, and supporting efficient government operations.

As the Contract Administrator, you will:

• Coordinate assigned contracts throughout the contract lifecycle, including preparation, routing, execution, amendments, renewals, extensions, modifications, and closeout.
• Prepare and assemble contract documents using City-approved templates and established procedures.
• Monitor contract expiration dates, renewal deadlines, insurance requirements, compliance documentation, deliverables, and other critical milestones.
• Maintain complete and accurate contract files, including agreements, amendments, Certificates of Insurance, E-Verify documentation, approvals, and supporting records.
• Review contract documentation for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness.
• Serve as a point of contact for City departments and vendors regarding contract administration activities.
• Track vendor performance concerns, service issues, corrective actions, and contract follow-up items.
• Coordinate document routing through Purchasing, Finance, departmental, and legal review channels.
• Utilize Bonfire/Euna Solutions, Tyler Technologies Munis, Microsoft Office, and other systems to maintain contract records and documentation.
• Provide support for Purchasing Division operations and procurement-related inquiries.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Contract Administration, Legal Studies, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of experience supporting contract administration, purchasing, procurement, compliance, vendor coordination, legal support, records management, or a closely related function.
• Experience preparing, routing, administering, amending, renewing, extending, or modifying contracts and related documentation.
• Experience working in a government, public sector, or other highly regulated administrative environment.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Experience with the following is preferred:

• Municipal government purchasing or public procurement.
• Contract administration within a government or public sector environment.
• Bonfire/Euna Solutions, Tyler Technologies Munis, or comparable procurement or ERP systems.
• Contract compliance documentation, Certificates of Insurance, E-Verify records, procurement files, or audit support.
• Vendor performance documentation, contract renewals, amendments, purchase order changes, or contract closeout activities.

At the City of Sandy Springs, you'll have the opportunity to support a growing and innovative local government dedicated to serving nearly 110,000 residents. We value collaboration, integrity, accountability, and exceptional public service while providing employees with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful work.

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Professional development and training opportunities
• FirstNet (AT&T) wireless service discounts for eligible employees
• Employee wellness initiatives

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual updates regarding application status by phone or email. We appreciate your interest in employment with the City of Sandy Springs.

The City of Sandy Springs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.