Description

As the Procurement and Contract Specialist you will:

• Provide cradle-to-grave management of complex procurements and contract administration.
• Perform a full range of procurement professional duties involved in planning, preparing, issuing, analyzing, project management, contract close-out, and administering of complex solicitations for professional services, technology, rolling stock, capital construction, and equipment.
• Oversee project managers, departments, and/or external stakeholders/agencies in selecting procurement methods and strategies.
• Plan, prepare, issue, manage, and award solicitations in accordance with UTA policies, FTA regulations, and other federal and state laws.
• Approve invoices to ensure contractual terms and conditions are followed and in compliance with federal and/or local grant funds distribution requirements.
• Establish vendor/supplier relationships and enforce contractual terms and conditions.
• Manage and report on all grant activities through the government TRAMS system.
• Serve as subject matter expert to management at all levels on matters pertaining to procurement, grant, and contract administration.
• Research and implement all updated state and federal procurement policies, clauses, and guidelines.

Experience/Education

• Five years with demonstrated progressive competence in procurement, including complex contract negotiation and administration, strategic sourcing, vendor management, or other procurement work experience.
• Strong preference given to experience in federal and state procurement rules and regulations involving grants, contracts management and administration – specifically FTA Circular 4220.1F, FTA Circular 5010.1D, FTA Master Agreement, Code of Ethics, Buy America, Anti-Lobbying, Non-Debarment, Brooks Act, Cargo Preference, DBE, EEO, Davis-Bacon, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree. Background in public procurement policies, procedures, and regulations preferred. Extensive course work and/or experience in principles and practices of business management, contract administration, and procurement.

Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of contractual law and applicable federal and state procurement laws and procedures as noted above.
• Extensive knowledge in contracting construction and professional services contracts.
• In depth knowledge of various types of contracts, contract procedures, terms and conditions, and contractual documents.
• Knowledge of, and ability to apply, procurement and business best practices.
• JD Edwards and SIRE experience preferred.

Skills:

• Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred
• Contract negotiation
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Strong organizational and follow-up
• Multi-tasking
• Project management
• Proactive problem solving

Ability to:

• Handle heavy workloads with tight deadlines while under minimal supervision
• Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, using proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation in a professional manner with UTA senior management/staff, outside organizations, and interested parties
• Lead and facilitate large groups or committees
• Understand and interpret contracts.
• Pay close attention to details.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and technical specifications.
• Research and analyze information.
• Apply strong ethics and integrity with perceived fairness, tolerance, honesty, and consistency in following policies and procedures
• This job requires regular and predictable attendance.
• This position requires an initial as well as an annual credit check.

- OR -

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

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, 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 pet’s health and needs).

Pay Range: $82,400.00 or more, depending on experience

If interested, apply before: Monday, April 6th, 2026 @ 11:59 PM MST

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Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 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 work days' 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.