Waste Management Contract Administrator (Contract Administrator)
Waste Management Contract Administrator (Contract Administrator)
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Job Description
ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our government is organized in a twotier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a fulltime employee and includes employermatched contributions.
- Employer of Choice Recognized as the highestranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employerpaid benefits plan that includes extended health dental and life insurance access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for daytoday products and services.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This position is responsible for maintaining waste management tonnage information related to programs and services along with coordinating purchasing procurement and contract administration functions within Waste Management. Develops agreements in consultation with Legal Services and works with Procurement to create necessary procurement documents. Supports waste management programs ensuring due diligence and compliance with branch standards and the Regions Procurement Bylaw while ensuring that program practices are consistent with relevant legislation regulations policies and procedures.
WHAT YOULL BE DOING
- Collaborates/works with partners and follows the Procurement Office corporate strategic leadership planning and direction related to this function to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and direction.
- Research best practices for contract administration and provides input on plans and business improvement processes for streamlining the administration and awarding of contracts.
- Administers contracts in accordance with contract terms and internal policies and procedures.
- Oversees work completed by contractors provides site access and orientation or coordinates with relevant business units as needed.
- Addresses contract performance concerns including escalation to management and internal partners as required.
- Identifies and manages contract risks to meet organizational obligations and achieve the planned outcomes of the contract.
- Provides contract related resolutions to address funding requirements contractor performance issues and disruptions in the supply and delivery of goods and services.
- Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Finance Commerce Business Administration or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience in public sector environment dealing in procurement contract management and material management experience.
- Successfully completion and attained of one of the following certifications: Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and/or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) designation with the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) or Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation with the Supply Chain Management Association of Ontario (SCMAO) or approved equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of municipal polices purchasing legislation compliance and risk Bylaws and contract management methods.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret contracts with advanced organizational skills to coordinate processing of contracts and post award scope changes though to contract closeout.
- Demonstrated ability in the Regions core competencies.
- Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite and demonstrated knowledge and experience of virtual platforms (e.g. Power Apps) and sound familiarity with weigh scale software (e.g. Paradigm).
- Demonstrated writing skills to prepare draft correspondence detailed reports tables spreadsheets and reports related to programs and services delivered.
- Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and sound decisionmaking skills to resolve problems and/or escalate as appropriate.
- Valid Ontario Class G drivers license free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Contract
