Assistant Director of Contract Administration, Procurement and Campus Business Services
Assistant Director of Contract Administration, Procurement and Campus Business Services
The University of South Dakota is seeking an experienced, career driven, hard-working and dedicated employee to assist the Director of Auxiliary Services in the management of and succession planning opportunities for the following areas: Contract Administration – to include drafting, reviewing, negotiating and approving legally binding contracts and working with legal counsel; Procurement – To provide strategic direction and support to maintain efficient processes, employee supervision, oversight of adherence to laws and policies, process orders for equipment, supplies and services and to provide customer support; Risk Management – to include liaison with state Risk Management office, filing claims and working with adjusters for accidents & incidents and managing the building insurance process. Oversight of the copy center, postal services, cell phones, vending program, aviation services, surplus property, laundry services, property acquisitions and Fleet & Travel Liaison. Provide system support for several electronic systems. This position requires close attention to detail, excellent leadership skills and ability to think strategically and make solid decisions. This position will report to the Director of Auxiliary Services. Prior contract management and procurement expertise is preferred. USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.