Contract Specialist III-IV

Job Description

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking a Contract Specialist III-IV to join the IT – Technology Business Services (TBS) Department, located at 1411 Brazos Street, Austin, TX.

As a Contract Specialist III-IV, you will perform highly complex to advanced contract management work, including:

• Developing and evaluating a broad range of contracts in information technology programs.
• Providing innovative and continuous improvement of acquisition processes while ensuring compliance with laws.
• Planning, developing and providing assistance to pre‑solicitation program descriptions, performance requirements, and developing Request for Offers (RFO) and Request for Proposals (RFP).
• Facilitating and coordinating with the team to develop and implement processes, timelines, statements of work, evaluation plans, scoring instruments, and funding availability.
• Participating in the evaluation, negotiation and acceptance of contracts.
• Monitoring contract terms and performance, providing advanced technical knowledge related to contract management and vendor performance.
• Facilitating amendments to contracts, following applicable contracting and procurement practices.
• Developing and managing contract‑related budgets, validations, cost estimates and projections.
• Performing related work as assigned.

• Four years’ experience with technology contracting, contract management, and purchasing or procurement management in local, state, or federal government.
• Experience with Seat Management and/or Data Center Services (a plus).
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, or federal rules, regulations and policies related to contract procurement administration and management.
• Experience with reviewing and evaluating contracts and vendor deliverables, negotiation and facilitation skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Office products:
  Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and make critical decisions.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organization skills with attention to detail.
• Experience leading and working closely with cross‑functional teams.
• Formal project management training and/or certification.

Formal Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification and Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification, or must obtain certification within one (1) year of employment and maintain throughout employment.

• Completion of two years (60 semester hours) of accredited college work, with possible substitution of additional college years or experience as described.
• Contract Specialist III: plus three years of full-time experience in contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers; or in the delivery of workforce development services which included contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers.
• Contract Specialist IV: plus four years of full-time experience in contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers; or in the delivery of workforce development services which included contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers.

The salary range for this position is $4,500 - $5,500 per month, depending on qualifications. TWC offers a competitive salary and the State of Texas benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plan, and a variety of leave types.