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Search Number
PJ # 7409
Title
Contract Associate
Category
Professional
Department
Procurement Services
About The Position:
The Contract Associate provides professional administrative, procurement, and contract management support for the University's capital construction program. This role coordinates procurement and contract administration activities for capital improvement projects funded through the State University Construction Fund (SUCF), the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), and other capital funding sources. Key responsibilities include supporting the planning, procurement, execution, monitoring, and closeout of capital construction projects by maintaining comprehensive project documentation, coordinating contract administration processes, and ensuring compliance with SUNY, New York State, and University policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
The Contract Associate serves as a liaison between Procurement Services, Capital Planning & Construction, Project Managers, Consultants, Contractors, and other stakeholders to facilitate timely contract processing, effective communication, and efficient project delivery. This position is dedicated exclusively to supporting the University's capital construction program. Responsibilities focus on capital project administration and do not include routine facilities maintenance, operations, or other core operational functions. The position is designed to meet SUNY eligibility requirements for capital-funded staffing in accordance with applicable University and State procedures.
Procurement Services is part of the Administration & Finance Division, which delivers essential services to the campus community and to local, state, federal, and international customers. The division is responsible for managing the University's human, physical, financial, and technical resources. Staff work collaboratively and thoughtfully across systems and departments to support the University's educational mission. As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
• Experience supporting contracts, procurement, project administration, construction administration, or governmental operations
• High degree of attention to detail, with the ability to consistently produce accurate, complete, and high quality work
• Strong organizational and document management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to provide superb customer service and ensure clear communications with key stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with people from diverse backgrounds
• Proficiency with software applications and email

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years minimum experience in a purchasing-related environment
• Experience working in SUNY or other higher education institution
• Experience with public procurement or government contracting
• Experience supporting capital construction or facilities projects
• Familiarity with SUNY, SUCF, DASNY, or New York State procurement requirements
• Experience using enterprise financial, procurement, or project management systems, such as Jaggaer
• Knowledge of records retention and compliance requirements

Salary (Applicant View)
$60,245 minimum, plus excellent benefits
About Our University
SUNY Plattsburgh, home of the Cardinals, is part of the largest comprehensive university system in the United States. The university offers a diverse selection of more than 60 academic programs across three schools - Arts & Sciences, Business & Economics, and Education, Health & Human Services. Many of these programs are highly ranked and carry strong national and regional reputations that allow students to work with highly skilled faculty who prepare them to excel in their chosen fields and industries upon graduation. Our campus prioritizes enrollment growth and stabilization, student success, equity and inclusion, and engagement with our North Country region as our four pillars of success. And we are committed to providing each and every Cardinal student a high quality liberal arts education grounded in academic excellence and a well-rounded college experience.
SUNY Plattsburgh is a destination campus located in northern New York between the iconic Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain. The campus is a short walk from historic downtown Plattsburgh, New York, where area residents have access to a wide array of arts, food, and events throughout the year, and just over a 1 hour car ride from the cities of Burlington, Vermont, Montreal, Quebec, and Lake Placid, New York, which is best known by locals as a former site of the 1980 Winter Olympic Games.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
To receive full consideration, supply all requested documents by:
08/20/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter of interest, resume/CV, and contact information for three current professional references. Additional information may be requested at a later step in the process. Official transcripts from accredited institutions will be required prior to employment.
This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship, now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
EEO Statement
SUNY Plattsburgh is fully committed to excellence through diversity, equity and inclusion, and to supporting a welcoming environment for all students, employees and visitors. As an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), the university guarantees equitable consideration to all qualified applicants with regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, ability, assigned gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, economic status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status per federal or state laws.