Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (“Jamison”) is currently seeking a qualified and motivated candidate for the position of Contract Specialist.

Job Title: Contract Specialist

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:
Performs professional work developing, monitoring and reviewing of leases and addendums to ensure the space, dates, rates, concessions, special language and policies have been incorporated into the lease agreement. Ensures the lease agreements protect and represent the County's and the Center's liability needs and concerns. Works with Orange County Risk Management, the Center's clients, general service contractors and event security staffing companies to ensure accuracy of insurance documents to protect the interests of the County and the Center.

Responsibilities:
Develops, creates and evaluates lease agreements and addendums to ensure compliance with current booking guidelines, approval processes and operational policies of the Center.
Ensures booking information and contractual data are in compliance with operating procedures within the booking software system.
Works closely with Account Executives to ensure accuracy of lease documents and to reach contract resolutions with Center's clients.
Develops, monitors and reviews insurance, indemnification and operational language in client lease agreements within the Fiscal and Operations Support Division and other center divisions.
Assists center staff in understanding the special terms outlined in the contract committee minutes.
Ensures signed lease agreements, rental deposits, addendums and other required documentation are received on a timely basis and clients are in compliance with the terms of their lease.
Collects and reviews insurance certificates on a timely basis from clients, General Service Contractors, Event Security Staffing Companies and other vendors to ensure insurance certificates include Additional Insured Endorsements, Waivers of Subrogation for General Liability and Worker's Compensation and any other requirements from Orange County Risk Management.
Analyzes special studies and research projects to evaluate the policies and procedures of other convention centers and provides updates to management staff as needed.
Reviews current procedures, recommends changes and implements new procedures to ensure protection for the County and the Center.
Assists supervisor with contract committee meetings including preparing the agenda and scheduling meetings
Performs analytical analysis on contract committee agenda items in preparation for the meeting and maintains contract committee minutes and other documents electronically in the Center's software system.
Maintains electronic documentation of follow up with clients, traces, emails, correspondence, contract committee minutes and appropriate insurance documentation in the Center's software system.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED AND DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Associate's degree from an accredited institution in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Accounting or closely related field; and two years of experience in contract administration, insurance, business administration or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
Experience in hospitality and sales/event management.

Location: Orange County

Schedule: Normal working hours in Orange County are 8:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday. However, working hours and days may vary depending upon departmental requirements.

Background/Drug Screening: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of any required background checks and drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws.

JAMISON CORPORATE OVERVIEW:
Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (Jamison) is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. We specialize in providing professional management, administrative, healthcare, court reporters and transcriptionist experts, and document/ record and telehealth operational support solutions to U.S. Government, State, and commercial clients. Jamison is a nationwide professional staff augmentation company, that helps commercial clients and government agencies expand their talent acquisition reach by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to be successful.
Jamison offers a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial and government sectors. We seek employees who share our values of service excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
Jamison affords equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment and/or discrimination. In addition, Jamison adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business.
Jamison’s commitment to equal opportunity is applied through every aspect of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, termination, and all other matters of employment.
Applicants may be required to successfully complete an online assessment to determine qualifications for positions requiring specific skills.
All applications must be submitted through our application system at: https://jps-online.com/apply-now/