Contract Administrator III (Government Contracts)

Location: Boulder, Colorado; all work must be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

Salary: $96,266–$120,331 per year.

Company

hirify.global is a research organization supporting atmospheric science and related scientific programs through federally and externally funded activities.

What you will do

• Prepare, review, negotiate, and administer complex, multi-phased prime contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, teaming agreements, and zero-funded agreements.
• Analyze contractual terms and conditions, draft alternative language, and negotiate modifications and new provisions.
• Assess export, liability, risk, intellectual property, legal sufficiency, and regulatory compliance issues.
• Advise program managers, general counsel, risk management, finance, budget, and laboratory personnel on contractual and funding matters.
• Coordinate with federal and non-federal sponsors, review solicitations and proposals, and monitor award conditions, reports, and certifications.
• Train and mentor Contract Administrators, conduct peer reviews, support the Contracts Manager, and contribute to special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration.
• At least eight years of research administration and government contracts experience involving grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expert knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations, OMB Uniform Guidance, the Code of Federal Regulations, grants administration, and research-related regulations.
• Advanced negotiation, contract analysis, risk identification, workload management, and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, plus working knowledge of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, proposal processes, indirect rates, and fees.
• All roles require compliance with U.S. export control regulations and work location requirements.

Nice to have

• Expert knowledge of the Kuali Awards Management System.
• Current experience working with federal agencies.
• Certified Research Administrator, FAC-C certification, or a law degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Regular employee position with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, and leave benefits.
• hirify.global contributes 10% of base salary to the retirement plan.
• At least 20 days of annual PTO, 10 paid holidays, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Tuition assistance, employee assistance programs, FAMLI Leave, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Hybrid staff are expected to work on-site approximately three days per week when hybrid arrangements apply.

Hiring process

• Submit a resume or CV and complete the application questionnaire.
• Background checks and/or federal screenings are conducted for selected candidates.