Business Professional I

Location: Sarasota, FL
Pay Rate: $30 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About the Role: Business Professional I
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for contracts and analytical work? Join our dynamic Public Works Department team as a Business Professional I! You'll play a critical role in supporting various divisions with professional, technical, and analytical tasks—primarily focused on contract management and administrative support.

What You'll Do
Contract Responsibilities:

• Prepare and assist with contract scopes, advertising, renewals, amendments, and awards.

• Act as a liaison between various County Departments and Procurement.

• Support contract price increases, renewals, and amendments.

• Manage eGenda items and workflows through OnBase.

• Coordinate with vendors and staff on quotes and Certificates of Insurance (COI).

Reporting & Non-Procurement Tasks:

• Monitor and analyze contract-related functions through OnBase and Smartsheet.

• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Business Practices.

• Assist in preparing reports, conducting research, and supporting special projects.

• Provide support for non-procurement exemptions, waivers, and renewals.

What You Bring

• Education & Experience: Associate's degree or three years of administrative/business experience (Bachelor’s degree preferred).

• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Office 365, Adobe Professional, OnBase, Grammarly, Workday, Microsoft Teams, Power BI, and Smartsheet.

• Abilities: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.