Contracts Administrator
Location: Silverdale, Washington
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full time
Compensation: $48.68-$48.68/hr
Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
Full-Time benefits of a Contracts Administrator at Tessera include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees
Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment for our employees.
Tessera is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Contracts Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will track and manage base contract modifications as well as recurring work task order modifications, ensuring accuracy and alignment throughout the process. As a key contributor to the contract lifecycle—spanning creation, negotiation, execution, and compliance monitoring—you will help maintain strong, legally sound agreements with our vendors, clients, contractors, and partners. Your expertise will ensure all contract terms are clearly defined, properly executed, and consistently upheld.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
Prepares reports, summaries, or replies to inquiries, selecting relevant information from a variety of sources such as reports, documents, correspondence, other offices, etc.
Performs varied clerical duties requiring knowledge of office routines and an understanding of the organization, programs, and procedures related to the work of the office.
Prepare contracts using standard templates or customized clauses.
Review incoming contracts to ensure they align with legal, financial, and operational requirements.
Assist in negotiating contract terms and conditions.
Serve as a liaison between legal, finance, and operational teams.
Ensure all parties comply with the terms of the agreement.
Track deliverables, deadlines, and renewal dates.
Maintain a contract management database.
Responsible for understanding and interpreting the Federal Acquisition process to develop solutions for customers.
Maintains effective working relationships with all departments and employees in a team-oriented environment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business, law or related field with 3-5 years of experience; equivalent combination of experience and education allowed.
Microsoft Office and Maximo experience preferred.
Strong understanding of contract law and procurement processes.
Proficiency in contract management software such as SAP Ariba, Docusign, or CLM.
Physical Requirements:
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
Per our government contract, 2.7.2.6, “No employee or representative of the Contractor will be admitted to the site of work unless satisfactory proof of U.S. citizenship is furnished.”To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.
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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.
If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at
(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@tessera.org.