STATE CLASSIFICATION POSITION:  CONTRACT SPECIALIST IV CLASS CODE 1984 SALARY GROUP: B22 $57,614-$93,138 

Performs contract management work involving developing and evaluating a broad range of contracts. Conducts advanced (senior-level) contract management work. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Employees at this level may fully perform highly complex contract development/management work and may:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:  

• Functions as procurement officer, HUB coordinator and property manager of agency.
• Review requisitions and order merchandise, supplies, equipment and services according to State of Texas guidelines, rules and laws.
• Coordinates the risk assessment process for contract monitoring and planning.
• Reviews, develops, manages bid evaluation instruments and the modification of solicitation, contract and other contract-related documents.
• Conduct needs assessments to determine requirements for the purchase of goods or services.
• Monitors contract performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms of contract and policies and recommends cancellation of contracts when deviations occur.
• Monitors legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to contracting.
• Administers the billing process and eligibility monitoring functions for contract billings.
• Evaluates expenditure data and makes projections to ensure appropriate use of funds.
• Negotiate contracts, contract renewals, and amendments.
• Prepares specifications for requests for bids.
• Maintains and reviews various purchasing and procurement reports and records and maintains files.
• Maintains and oversees inventory stock.
• Prepares HUB and recycled materials purchase reports and other reports as required.
• Attends HUB events as required.
• Provides accounting with all required documents needed to process payment
• Provides guidance regarding contract administration, policies, and procedures.
• Resolves audit exceptions by defining causes of errors and recommending appropriate dispositions.
• Identifies training needs and conducts training.
• Develops, monitors and manages contract administration policies and procedures.
• May supervise the work of others.
• Performs related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of state procurement, contract negotiating, development and management, and purchasing methods procedures, principles and practices.
• Knowledge of business administration and accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of supply sources.
• Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to evaluate contracts and recommend future status; to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations; to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements; to write and edit contract requirements and specifications; to negotiate features of a contract; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience in contract development, management, or evaluation work. Experience in the procurement of goods and services.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

BACKGROUND DISCLOSURE:

An offer of employment is contingent upon the selected candidate qualifying for access to criminal history record information through the Department of Public Safety pursuant to the TCIC/TLETS Access Policy.

HOW TO APPLY: 

Apply through Work in Texas or our website at https://www.txrc.texas.gov/careers

NOTE: Resumes may be submitted in addition to but not in lieu of the employment application.