Contract Specialist

| Position Title: **Contract Specialist** | Safety Sensitive: **No** | | --- | --- | | Supervisor’s Title: **Assistant Director of Procurement and Supply Chain Management** | FLSA Status: **Exempt** | | Department: **Procurement** | Division: **Finance** | | Worker Category: **Salary Exempt Full-time** | Job Class: **Professional** | **ABOUT US** We are IndyGo, a Municipal Corporation of Indianapolis–Marion County, and we’re proud to be the largest public transportation provider in the state of Indiana. We operate transit routes throughout the county, providing millions of passenger trips a year. IndyGo is committed to expanding mobility options to improve connectivity with the company’s mission, vision, and goals. **WHO WE ARE** As the largest public transportation provider in Indiana, we believe driving people from one place to another is much more than just moving riders: it’s about helping our riders reach their hopes and dreams, education and careers, families and friends, and health and well-being. IndyGo is focused on meeting three objectives as we operate nearly 30 transit routes throughout Marion County, and provide millions of passenger trips each year. They include protecting frontline workers, increasing ridership and prioritizing long-term stability. We are moving the city forward to become a better place of opportunity and community. **INDYGO MISSION** IndyGo's mission is to connect our community to economic and cultural opportunities through safe, reliable and accessible mobility experiences. Our vision is to be at the forefront of making Indianapolis a resilient, prosperous and equitable community for all. ***Accountability*** *:* We are legally, ethically, and morally committed to utilizing all resources responsibly with integrity and transparency. ***Adaptability*** *:* We adapt to disruptions through technology, workforce and ridership innovations, so we can meet the evolving needs of our community. ***Workplace Culture*** *:* We offer an empowering workplace to meet the needs of our teammates and riders. ***Compassion*** *:* We promote, embrace and value all individuals, treating each other with dignity and respect. ***Communication*** *:* We value open and honest conversations with each other, our riders and the community. ***Excellence*** *:* We are proud of who we are and the work we do and will continue to exceed customer expectations. ***Responsibility:*** We will be good stewards of our resources. ***Results:***We make things better today than they were yesterday. ***Safety*** *:* We ensure safe and secure environments. **BENEFITS WE OFFER** - Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours per week - Medical, dental, and vision coverage (effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment) - Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families - Retirement plans (401A and 457B) - Tuition reimbursement - Free IndyGo transportation for employees and their families - Eligibility for the Federal Loan Forgiveness Program **POSITION PURPOSE** The Contract Specialist is responsible for managing the full solicitation and contract lifecycle, including pre-issuance, pre-award, post-award, administration, and closeout, using applicable federal and state regulations, statutes, and procurement guidelines. This role supports procurement activities between the corporation and the vendor community to ensure transparent, compliant, and cost-effective contracting. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES** To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law. - Develop bid documentation and cohesive procurement packages, including determining procurement type, issuing solicitations, drafting contract documents, and communicating with vendors. - Facilitate public meeting…