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Jacobs is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Contracts Administrator / Procurement Specialist to support the Nassau Community College procurement and contract administration functions. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the effective acquisition of goods and services, administration of contracts, compliance with applicable public procurement regulations, and stewardship of College resources.
The successful candidate will work closely with College departments, vendors, consultants, and stakeholders to facilitate procurement activities and manage contracts throughout their lifecycle. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, knowledge of public-sector procurement practices, and the ability to maintain productive working relationships across a diverse organization.
Responsibilities:
- Support the procurement and contract administration process for goods, services, professional services, and capital projects.
- Assist in the development, review, issuance, and administration of solicitations, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and other procurement documents.
- Prepare, review, and process contract documents, amendments, renewals, purchase orders, and contract modifications.
- Coordinate procurement activities to ensure compliance with College policies, New York State regulations, SUNY requirements, and applicable public procurement standards.
- Evaluate vendor submissions for responsiveness and compliance with solicitation requirements.
- Monitor vendor and contractor performance and ensure contractual obligations are met.
- Review and process contractor and vendor invoices to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely payment.
- Support budget tracking, cost analysis, and financial reporting related to procurement and contracts.
- Assist with contract negotiations and change management activities.
- Maintain contract files, procurement records, and documentation in accordance with audit and record retention requirements.
- Conduct contract closeout activities and ensure completion of all contractual obligations.
- Provide guidance to College departments regarding procurement procedures, contract requirements, and purchasing best practices.
- Collaborate with legal, finance, facilities, and operational teams to identify and mitigate contractual risks.
- Support internal and external audits and provide documentation as required.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in procurement, purchasing, contract administration, grants administration, or a related field.
- Demonstrated knowledge of public-sector procurement practices and competitive solicitation processes.
- Experience preparing, reviewing, negotiating, and administering contracts.
- Knowledge of procurement regulations, contract terms and conditions, and compliance requirements.
- Experience with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and invoice processing.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise procurement or financial management systems.
Ideally, you'll have:
- Experience working within a higher education institution, government agency, public authority, or municipal organization.
- Knowledge of New York State procurement regulations and public contracting requirements.
- Experience administering federally funded grants and contracts.
- Familiarity with e-procurement and contract management systems.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM).
- Experience supporting capital improvement, facilities, design, engineering, or construction-related procurements.
- Ability to work on-site at Nassau Community College's Garden City, New York campus.
- Occasional attendance at meetings, vendor presentations, procurement events, or project sites may be required.
- Nassau Community College is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has a U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $160,000.00 to $175,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Jacobs is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Contracts Administrator / Procurement Specialist to support the Nassau Community College procurement and contract administration functions. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the effective acquisition of goods and services, administration of contracts, compliance with applicable public procurement regulations, and stewardship of College resources.
The successful candidate will work closely with College departments, vendors, consultants, and stakeholders to facilitate procurement activities and manage contracts throughout their lifecycle. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, knowledge of public-sector procurement practices, and the ability to maintain productive working relationships across a diverse organization.
Responsibilities:
- Support the procurement and contract administration process for goods, services, professional services, and capital projects.
- Assist in the development, review, issuance, and administration of solicitations, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and other procurement documents.
- Prepare, review, and process contract documents, amendments, renewals, purchase orders, and contract modifications.
- Coordinate procurement activities to ensure compliance with College policies, New York State regulations, SUNY requirements, and applicable public procurement standards.
- Evaluate vendor submissions for responsiveness and compliance with solicitation requirements.
- Monitor vendor and contractor performance and ensure contractual obligations are met.
- Review and process contractor and vendor invoices to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely payment.
- Support budget tracking, cost analysis, and financial reporting related to procurement and contracts.
- Assist with contract negotiations and change management activities.
- Maintain contract files, procurement records, and documentation in accordance with audit and record retention requirements.
- Conduct contract closeout activities and ensure completion of all contractual obligations.
- Provide guidance to College departments regarding procurement procedures, contract requirements, and purchasing best practices.
- Collaborate with legal, finance, facilities, and operational teams to identify and mitigate contractual risks.
- Support internal and external audits and provide documentation as required.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in procurement, purchasing, contract administration, grants administration, or a related field.
- Demonstrated knowledge of public-sector procurement practices and competitive solicitation processes.
- Experience preparing, reviewing, negotiating, and administering contracts.
- Knowledge of procurement regulations, contract terms and conditions, and compliance requirements.
- Experience with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and invoice processing.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise procurement or financial management systems.
Ideally, you'll have:
- Experience working within a higher education institution, government agency, public authority, or municipal organization.
- Knowledge of New York State procurement regulations and public contracting requirements.
- Experience administering federally funded grants and contracts.
- Familiarity with e-procurement and contract management systems.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM).
- Experience supporting capital improvement, facilities, design, engineering, or construction-related procurements.
- Ability to work on-site at Nassau Community College's Garden City, New York campus.
- Occasional attendance at meetings, vendor presentations, procurement events, or project sites may be required.
- Nassau Community College is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has a U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $160,000.00 to $175,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in county administrator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field
- Proven experience managing municipal or county government operations and staff
- Demonstrated ability to develop and administer large public-sector budgets
- Strong knowledge of local government law, policy, and intergovernmental relations
- Experience presenting to elected boards, commissions, or governing councils
- Proficiency with government financial and enterprise resource planning software
Tips for Your County Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume to budget authority
County administrator postings almost always specify the size of budget you'll oversee. Quantify every budget you've managed in dollar terms and highlight your role in the appropriations process, not just day-to-day spending decisions.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists county administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight intergovernmental coordination experience
Many county administrator roles require working directly with state agencies, federal grant programs, and elected boards. Name the specific bodies you've coordinated with and the outcomes you delivered, not just the fact that coordination happened.
Get your ICMA-CM credential moving
The ICMA Credentialed Manager designation signals formal commitment to local-government management and comes up in job postings far more than other certifications. If you're eligible, start the application before you're in active interviews so you can honestly note it's in progress.
Prepare a policy presentation for panel interviews
County administrator interviews frequently end with a scenario exercise or presentation before a board panel. Prepare a five-minute briefing on a real budget challenge or service-delivery issue from your background so you're not building it from scratch under pressure.
Negotiate your employment agreement, not just salary
County administrator offers often include an employment contract that covers severance, performance review cycles, and vehicle allowances. Review every clause before accepting, because these terms are frequently negotiable and rarely offered a second time once you've signed.
County Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most county administrators?
The companies hiring the most county administrators right now include Jacobs, Young Life, and Southern Health Partners, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, New York, and New Mexico, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings tend to cluster around growing counties undergoing leadership transitions or charter reorganizations.
How many county administrator jobs are remote?
About 100% of county administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most public-sector leadership roles. Policy analysis, grant writing, and intergovernmental coordination functions are the sub-areas most likely to allow partial remote arrangements.
How do you become a county administrator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in public administration or a closely related field, then gain progressive experience in local government through roles like budget analyst, assistant county manager, or department director. Earning the ICMA Credentialed Manager designation strengthens your candidacy considerably. Most counties expect candidates to demonstrate direct supervisory experience across multiple departments before appointing someone to the top administrative post.
Can you get a county administrator job with little experience?
Entry into county administration typically starts at the analyst or assistant administrator level rather than the top role. If you're early in your career, target assistant county administrator or deputy administrator positions in smaller counties, where the scope is narrower and the path to advancement is faster. A master's degree in public administration can partially offset limited years of direct experience when competing for those supporting roles.
What does the county administrator interview process look like?
Most county administrator searches run in multiple stages. An initial screening with HR or a search consultant is followed by structured interviews with department heads and key staff. Finalists typically appear before the county board or commission for a formal panel interview and are often asked to deliver a presentation on a local policy challenge. Reference checks and background screenings happen before any offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to county administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to county administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits your experience, location preference, and career goals.
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