DPS - IOD - Services Specialist V

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Perform highly advanced (senior-level) contract management work for high dollar, high profile contracts. Work involves developing and evaluating contracts for products and services. Plan, assign, and oversee the work of others. Work is performed under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Crosswalk/ Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

High School Diploma/equivalent required. Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a major in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field is preferred.

Minimum of six (6) years full‑time purchasing, contracting or contract management. Two (2) years of direct Texas State purchasing or contracting experience preferred. Experience administering high dollar and highly complex contracts and facilitating contract activities utilizing the Texas Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Offers (RFOs) are preferred.

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Additional work experience of the type described or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year‑for‑year basis.

If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence. Must possess or be able to attain a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) [formerly Certified Texas Procurement Manager] and Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) with eleven (11) months of hire. Must maintain valid certification for continued employment in this position.

Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules regulations, and statutes. Knowledge of contracting regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules and regulations preferred. Skill in interpreting and applying rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Knowledge of community…