Procurement and Insurance Associate

UNCLASSIFIED JOB OPPORTUNITY

Open To:Members of the public who meet the minimum educational and experience requirements listed below.

Location:Connecticut Airport Authority Bradley International Airport - Windsor Locks CT.

Job Posting No.: CAA

Hours:Full time Monday - Friday 40 hours per week.

Salary Range:$96513.00 - $120641.00

Closing Date: October 8 2026

About the Connecticut Airport Authority:

The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) was established in 2011 to develop improve and operate Bradley International Airport and the states five general aviation airports (Danielson Groton-New London Hartford-Brainard Waterbury-Oxford and Windham). The CAA Board consists of 11 members with a broad spectrum of experience in aviation-related and other industries as well as government. The goal of the CAA is to make Connecticuts airports more attractive to new airlines bring in new routes and support Connecticuts overall economic development and growth strategy. CAA Administrative offices are located at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks Connecticut.

SUMMARY: The Procurement and Insurance Associate provides professional technical and administrative support to the Connecticut Airport Authoritys (CAA) procurement insurance and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs. Works collaboratively with CAA departments to support efficient operations effective risk mitigation and fulfillment of procurement and supplier diversity requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties as assigned by the Senior Manager of Human Resources Procurement and Insurance Programs and will include but are not limited to the following:

Procurement

• Plays an integral role in ensuring processing and proper application of CAA procurement rules and State/Federal laws.
• Assists in the development administration and/or preparation of Invitations for Bid Requests for Proposal (RFP) and other competitive solicitations.
• Coordinates the bidding process and assists departments with the evaluation of bid and RFP responses to determine technical merit responsiveness to specific requirements and general capacity of bidders.
• Assists in contract development administration and execution process including the tracking of contractual items in the CAAs procurement software.
• Processes executes and distributes Task Orders.
• Maintains purchasing information files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines/requirements.

Insurance Programs

• Assists in the CAAs insurance program.
• Assists with claims and loss control activities through collaboration with various CAA departments
• Processes premium payments in line with agreements with selected broker.
• Interacts with third party service providers including brokers and insurers as needed.
• Conducts internal analysis to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program (DBE)

• Assists in the development DBE planning process and implementation.
• Compiles DBE data from all sources.
• Assists in the development of criteria and collection of data as required for the Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) programs.
• Assists in monitoring DBE achievements including contractor payment information.
• Assists in the Monitoring of actions and procedures to ensure CAA its contractors and consultants remain in compliance.

An individual serving in this position must be able to successfully undergo a thorough background and security screening including being fingerprinted and maintain required security clearance during the duration of employment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: May lead lower-level employees as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job satisfactorily an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and independently. The requirements listed are representative but not necessarily all-inclusive of the knowledge skill and/or ability required:

• Demonstrated strong analytical skills.
• Thorough knowledge of procurement and contracting principles and practices including Request for Proposal development and vendor evaluation and selection.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant state and federal laws statutes and regulations.
• Negotiating and contract management skills.
• Considerable interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise extreme discretion independent judgment and political acumen.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Excel as well as a working knowledge of databases.
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with both internal staff and external partners such as consultants FAA staff permitting agencies and other professionals
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills including experience with effective presentations to large groups.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree or higher (Bachelors preferred) from an accredited college or university in Business Administration is preferred.
• 5years of professional experience in procurement capital planning contract administration and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with airport/aviation-related project and activities transactions and programs is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to utilize a computer keyboard mouse and look at a monitor for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Climate controlled office environment.
• Airport environment where high levels of security are maintained.

Application Instructions: Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a CAA Employment Application a letter of interest and resume. This may be done by clicking on the below link. State of Connecticut employeeswill be asked to also submit the previous 2 service ratings and previous 12 months attendance records should they be selected for interview.

Application packages must be received by the close of business on October 8 2026 in order to be considered for this position.

THE CAA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION:

BY SUMBITTING THIS APPLICATION I AGREE THAT:

• I understand that nothing in this employment application in the CAA policy statement or personnel guidelines or in my communications with any CAA official is intended to create an employment contract between the CAA and me.
• I understand that the CAA has the right to modify its policies without my agreement and without giving me any notice of the changes. No promises regarding employment have been made to me and I understand that no such promise or guarantee is binding upon the CAA unless it is made in writing and signed by a company officer.
• I understand that employment will be subject to my submitting documentary proof of my identity and legal eligibility to work.
• I understand that if I am employed such employment is unless superseded by collective bargaining agreement at-will and for an indefinite period of time and that the CAA or I may terminate my employment at any time for any reason with or without cause.
• The CAA has the right to change wages benefits and other terms of and conditions of employment at any time for any reason with or without cause.
• The CAA also has the right to verify any of the statements made in my application for employment; to solicit documents or information related to the information on my application including matters of education employment or opinion related to character ability and past conduct; and I hereby authorize the release of such information in written and/or verbal form to the CAA. I hereby release all organizations institutions companies and individuals from all liability for any damage for releasing this information. A copy or facsimile transmittal of this authorization shall be acceptable as my valid authorization for the above.
• I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application and I understand that misrepresentation or omissions of facts are cause for withdrawal of employment offers and/or termination of employment. I hereby affirm that to the best of my knowledge all answers to the following are true and correct.
• Pursuant with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 newly hired employees must furnish proof of eligibility for employment in the United States.
• Applicants are responsible for the costs associated with providing documentation from a recognized USA accredited service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies for degrees from institutions of higher learning located outside the United States.

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