Specialist I, Contract Position Summary:

The Contract Specialist will be responsible for the thorough review and management of contracts and affiliation agreements, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and applicable laws. Additionally, the specialist will develop and maintain a legal database containing various contract clauses to support the college's legal and operational needs. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a strong understanding of contract law.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts and affiliation agreements, including but not limited to clinical site agreements, service contracts, and academic partnerships.

• Ensure all contracts comply with institutional policies, federal and state laws, and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with relevant functions to gather necessary information and understand the context of agreements.

• Provide legal advice and recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure favorable terms.

• Design and develop a comprehensive legal database to store and categorize contract clauses, templates, and other legal documents.

• Regularly update the database with new clauses, revisions, and legal updates.

• Ensure the database is user-friendly and accessible to authorized collaborators.

• Oversee the creation, renewal, and termination of affiliation agreements with clinical sites and educational partners.

• Maintain accurate records of all agreements and ensure timely renewals.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for queries related to affiliation agreements.

• Conduct periodic reviews of contracts and agreements to ensure ongoing compliance.

• Identify potential legal risks and provide strategies for risk mitigation.

• Provide training to faculty and staff on contract management processes and legal requirements.

• Assist in developing standardized templates and best practices for contract negotiations.

• Stay current with legal trends and best practices in contract management and higher education law.

• Assist with special projects and other legal affairs tasks as assigned.

  Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Juris Doctor (JD) or Paralegal Certification is preferred.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract review and management, preferably in an educational or healthcare setting.

• Strong knowledge of contract law and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in using legal research tools and contract management software.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• High level of integrity and professionalism.

All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will pay for travel and lodging accommodations.

Nightingale's commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale College is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission (not just words on the wall, we live it, love it, and daily contribute to it): With the primary focus on higher learning in healthcare professions, Nightingale College contributes to elevating education, health, and employment systems through facilitation of academic achievement, personal growth, and professional development of its learners, alumni, and collaborators, while serving diverse communities.

At Nightingale College, our Innovative Education model helps transform rural health landscapes through our blended-distance learning platform. Every person involved with Nightingale College helps to change the lives of our learners, our communities, and ultimately the world by adding to the quality of healthcare. We are proud to have graduated over 2,800 nurses serving communities in need. We are serious about our outcomes and have a little bit of fun getting there.

The professional and personal development of our learners and our collaborators is our company's foundation. Not only do we develop strategies that promote a positive work-life integration, but we also create an environment that invites you to become an expert in your field, be it through higher education or professional development. Put simply, we elevate employment, elevate health, and elevate education. We're so happy that you've found us!