Senior Analyst (Contract Administration)

Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Utah Transit Authority

Make a powerful impact with the Utah Transit Authority by driving partnerships that propel public transportation into the future! As the Senior Analyst (Contract Administration), youll be at the heart of strategic agreements (non-procurement) that fuel UTAs mission and operations. Your expertise will ensure contracts align with government regulations, streamline the full contract lifecycle, and uphold procurement rules and commitments. This role is an exciting opportunity to blend legal insight, financial analysis, and public procurement principles in a way that truly makes a difference. If youre ready to influence change and contribute to a thriving transit system, this is your moment!As the Senior Analyst (Contract Administration), you will:

• 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 QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING
  • 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.- OR -An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • 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.UTA Competencies (Abilities)
        • 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.As a full-time Administrative Employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:
          • 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).For more information on UTAs Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits Pay Range: $80,800.00 $96,900.00 depending on experienceIf interested, apply before: Monday, June 16th, 2025 @ 5:59 PM MST* UTA promotes equal employment opportunities through its employment practices to current employees as well as internal and external applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, status as a parent, or genetic information. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two workdays notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.*Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.PM21
            
            
            
            
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