Senior Contract Resources Administrator

GCI's Senior Contract Resources Administrator will be r esponsible for the research and development of the department’s contingent workforce (contract resources), including independent contractors, sub-contractors, temporary labor, and other non-direct employees. Ensures alignment with business goals and strategies. Collaborates with Contracts and Procurement departments to establish and maintain strategic relationships with companies providing technical resources, meeting both current and future business needs within the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AT ALL LEVELS:

Support Contract Resource Lifecycle:

Analyze production and engagement issues and recommend strategies for improvement.

Manage Contracts:

+ Positive self-starter with the ability to take initiative on identified needs and improvements, working independently with minimal supervision. + Ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments and vendors to produce results. + Ability to accurately communicate information virtually (i.e., Teams), over the phone, and in-person in a clear and concise manner to a range of audiences. + Ability to accurately read, write, and respond to business correspondence such as emails, chat messages, policies, procedures, reports. + Ability to articulate technical information in presentation/training format in front of internal and external customers. + Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted contracting practices and methods to include formatting, writing, awarding, amending, administering, reviewing, and terminating contracts. + Ability to follow documented procedures. + Ability to gather, analyze, and effectively interpret documentation. + Ability to think independently and weigh reliability and accuracy of information obtained. + Ability to identify inconsistencies between existing and updated information, documentation, procedures, and expectations. + Strong attention to detail and organization skills. + Basic understanding of HFC networks and both business and residential drop systems, with design, construction, or maintenance experience preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY - Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent.

Additional Job Requirements:

This is a senior level position within the discipline demonstrating advanced knowledge and proficiency in all areas of responsibility. Performs highly complex and unique tasks and job duties, receiving minimal to no instruction on routine work and new assignments. Works under minimal supervision with wide latitude for independent judgment.

Additional Competencies:

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis*

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, English, Finance, Communications, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in contract administration, managing vendor contracts, or a similar business support function.

Preferred:

Relevant telecom industry or job specific certifications.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and WORKING CONDITIONS:

The company and its subsidiaries operate in a 24/7 environment providing critical services to Alaskans and may need to respond to public health and safety matters or other business emergencies. Due to business needs employees may be contacted outside of the core business hours to respond to the immediate emergency. As such, you will be requested to provide emergency after hours contact numbers, to include your home and cell phone numbers if you have those services.

Culture, Engagement, and Connection: At GCI, we foster an environment where the unique perspectives of our employees, customers, and fellow Alaskans are celebrated. We add value to our community by nurturing and empowering each member of our workforce, ensuring equal opportunities for every Trailblazer.

EEO: GCI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected under applicable state or federal law.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

All employees of GCI work in support of the GCI Mission Statement and Declaration of Principles which are located on the GCI Career page and Employee portal.