Job description
We hire talented and forward-thinking professionals to build our cross-functional teams and support our clients in solving complex problems. Our people—problem-solvers, changemakers, and creative thinkers—are experts in their craft who rise to meet today’s challenges. We value the experiences of every member of our institution, from entry level to executive. As part of our collaborative, learning-oriented team, you’ll be encouraged to grow in your career, develop additional skills, and progress professionally.
This position reports to the IT Business Process Architect.
Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations.
About AIR:
Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.
The responsibilities for the position include:
- Manage the software and subscription life cycle, including:
- Coordinate and process software license and service renewals.
- Monitor license usage and act to ensure compliance.
- Process hardware purchases.
- Request quotes and conduct price negotiations with major vendors and subcontractors.
- Obtain vendor’s applicable software licenses/terms & conditions/terms of service as applicable and ensures AIR Software license use questionnaire is complete and accurate.
- Provide audit and oversite to ensure AIR staff follow all license terms and conditions.
- Analyze and execute IT procurement requests ensuring adherence to AIR’s purchasing processes.
- Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time based on business needs.
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or any related field.
- 5 years of relevant experience.
- Comprehensive experience with developing reports from large data sets, including advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
- Familiarity with Software Asset Management system is a plus but not required.
- Prior experience with Software License terms desired but not required.
Skills:
- Effective communicator with the ability to work with individuals at all levels and from diverse backgrounds in a virtual work environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work well independently, and collaboratively as needed, while prioritizing multiple objectives and projects to consistently meet established timelines.
- Strong analytical, organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with others in connecting disparate ideas into cohesive solutions with strong attention to detail.
- Proficient in using standard Microsoft 365, including OneDrive, SharePoint, Excel (advanced), Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Disclosures:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
AIR’s Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $94,000-$100,000. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.
AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
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