Contracts Administrator I

The Contracts Administrator I position exists to draft analyze review process and maintain all contracts and legal documents pertaining to the operations products resources and services of Focus; and provides general legal support for all departments in the ministry. This position additionally deals with the analysis and entry of Intellectual Property rights into a database of all Focus resources and assists in reviewing permission requests for the use of Focus resources. This position deals with simple contracts involving intellectual property matters and is intended to serve as back-up support for legal activities and functions of all aspects of the Legal Duties/Responsibilities:Trademarks: Performs or oversees diversified tasks in registering protecting and maintaining Focus domestic and international trademarks and trade names Oversees international and domestic trademarks including markings infringements searches name clearances and applicationsResearches analyzes and coordinates with oversight of the Director the availability of new trademarks brands and titles Researches coordinates and makes recommendations concerning appropriate action for infringements of Focus marksGathers and maintains information regarding trademark renewals and coordinates with appropriate departments to assist in budgeting processDomain Names:Oversees international and domestic domain name databases. This includes coordinating with domain name owners across the ministry every month to determine whether each domain name should be and registers domain names requested by various Focus Rights Management and Permissions:Researches and evaluates permissions requests and responds to constituents and Focus staff providing or denying permission to use Focus materials as appropriateOversees the permissions databaseIssues public viewing licenses for Focus videosCorresponds directly and independently with constituents drafting multiple individual (non-form) letters Oversees and assists Focus departments in obtaining permission to use the intellectual property of other individuals publishers or organizations and provides related guidance as to what use if authorizedCopyrights:Files applications for registration of copyrights in Focus resourcesAnswers questions from the United States copyright officeResearches and implements takedowns of Focuss copyrighted materials across multiple online platformsMusic Licensing:Interfaces with Reporting and other departments to compile necessary information for properly reporting on use of music in resources for events in streams and broadcasts and other uses that ariseFiles music license requests for use in Ministry eventsGeneral Intellectual Property: Performs diverse tasks necessary to protect maintain track and otherwise safeguard Focus intellectual property its most valuable assetReviews draft artwork and similar creative pieces to protect the intellectual property rights of Focus and to avoid potential trademark and copyright violations by Focus of the rights of othersResponds to questions related to legal and practical issues related to intellectual property protectionEnables departments to conduct their ministry while minimizing undue risk to the ministry. This includes evaluating risks in various contractual relationships and encouraging departments to engage in responsible risk takingEducates clients regarding legal issues pertinent to Focus. This may include answering specific questions participating in ministry meetings to provide input on legal/contractual issues conducting formal and informal training sessions and conveying a sense of optimism and confidence that the contract process is adding value to their proposed transactionContract Writing: Facilitates the ministry of Focus by working closely with the internal customers to conceptualize draft analyze and review and finalize contracts on a timely basis. This includes exceeding the expectations of the internal customer every time and understanding the business context and practical need for each contractMeets with clients to gather information frequently in their offices to get a feel for the context of their needs and plansWorks closely with contract owner to assist that person in conducting effective negotiation of the contract terms with suppliersClarifies information needed to complete each contract including following up with the contract owner to make sure the needed information is obtained on a timely basis and in a manner that does not impede progress of the proposed transactionDrafts analyzes and finalizes contracts including those covering basic intellectual property issues and technical business and other matters including specific concise wording to define the transactionsContent and IP Rights Management:Collects and researches IP rights associated with a wide variety of content that Focus createsWorks with all the departments in the ministry to assist and enable them to enter complete accurate information into the Enterprise Content Management System (ECM)Enters complete and accurate information into the ECM ensuring that rights information contained in the ECM is accurate and up-to-date and can be easily and readily accessed by end-users throughout the ministryOther Duties/Responsibilities:Performs other duties as assignedManagerial Breadth/Scope of Job:NoneWorking Environment/Physical Requirements:Office environmentExtensive keyboardingRequires sitting for extended periods of timeMust be able to perform tasks in a stressful environmentJOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTSCharacter/Spiritual:Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2 Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo I am with you always even to the end of the a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to theStandard of Moral ConductandStatement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Familys ministry in prayerPrays personally for Focus on the Familys staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayerEngages in Christian ministryDemonstrates behaviors aligned withFOF core valuesPersonal Characteristics:Strong work ethicWilling to accept challengesQuick learner; learns from mistakesKnowledge/Experience:Bachelors degree in business-related field or equivalent experience2 - 3 years of experience dealing with legal and practical aspects of intellectual property2 - 3 years of experience dealing with contracts or regulatory mattersSkills Abilities and Special Talents/Gifts:Ability to compose grammatically and legally correct documents in business format utilizing advanced writing skillsAbility to communicate effectively and diplomatically across all levels of the ministryStrong analytical logic and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to adapt information and solutions to different situationsAbility to work with interruptions in a dynamic environment and adjust priorities accordinglyAbility to work with details while keeping an overall ministry/business perspective and recognizing details that do not make sense in the larger contextAbility to apply logic rational thinking intuition and discernment in innovative ways to analyze situations solve problems and make decisionsDiscretion in handling confidential informationExcellent organizational skillsAbility to work effectively and efficiently with little or no supervisionAbility to analyze coworkers work and willingness to have own work analyzedPay Range: $60324 to $72258Application Materials Required: Cover Letter Resume/CV*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:Norton LifeLock ID Theft CoverageLegal Shield/ID Shield CoverageAFLAC403B Retirement PlanVacation Time & Vacation PayoutSick TimeHolidaysService AwardsCommunity Service DaysBookstore DiscountFitness CenterEmployees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:Medical PlanDental PlanVision PlanLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Tuition ReimbursementWarehouse Membership ReimbursementNote: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language refer to the governing plan documents.*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits except for:Sick TimeBookstore DiscountFitness CenterTentative Search Timeline:Priority will be given to applications submitted by June 5 2026 However this posting will remain open until potential employee start date is June 8 2026Posting date: May 5 2026Un-posting date: ongoing until filledPosting contact email: