Associate Business Contracts Officer

Provide contract administration (develop, review, negotiate, and/or revise) all manner of routine and complex technology contracts including software licenses, end user licenses, enterprise licenses, software-as-a-service contracts, clickwrap terms, terms of service, privacy policy terms, service level agreements, data-use, and master agreements for technology services and products. Draft and create other contracts for the purchase of goods and services, revenue generation, and nondisclosure. Research, interpret, advise, and provide guidance on management of contractual obligations as well as legal risks and business terms including FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, Data Use, Intellectual Property, and accessibility. May support and manage at least one direct report responsible for the review and negotiation of routine technology contracts.Develop, and present contract workshops to educate the University administrators on current technology contracting policies and procedures. Assist in the maintenance and development of policies and procedures related to administration of technology contracts. Remain up-to-date on legal/regulatory updates affecting technology contracts. Ensure compliance with applicable Texas and federal laws, Regents' Rules, and University policies. Work with University departments, administration and attorneys to ensure contracts meet business objectives, while complying with applicable procurement and contracting procedures. Apply contract formation knowledge to independently address a variety of contract issues. Analyze business and legal issues in proposed contracts, consult with Business Contracts Administrator and work cross functionally with legal colleagues, subject matter experts, applicable departments (i.e., Legal Affairs, Office of Risk Management, IT etc.) and vendor as needed, in order to resolve challenges, achieve business objectives, and manage risk. Coordinate between the Business Contracts Office and (a)Central Procurement for procurement review, (b) Information Security Office (ISO) for data security review, and (c) ADA for disability accessibility review.Other related functions as assigned