Family Support Services Contract Specialist II

Career Opportunities:
Family Support Services Contract Specialist II (18023)

Posting 18023
-Posted
07/28/2026

- Health & Human Services Comm

- FSS Cont, Fin & Admn Supp 89th

- Community and Social Services

- Eligible for Telework
- Other Locations (1) - Additional Shifts available (1) -b. $3000 - $4999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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Functional

Title:

Family Support Services Contract Specialist II

Job Title:

Contract Specialist II
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department: FSS Cont, Fin & Admn Supp 89th
Posting Number: 18023
Closing Date: 08/28/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Community and Social Services
Salary Range: $3,793.41-$4,166.68
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-18

Shift: Day
Additional

Shift: Days (First)
Telework:
Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Up to 20%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt
Facility

Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST
Other Locations:
Austin
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Brief Job Description

The FSS Contract Specialist II position reports to the FSS Billing Manager and performs complex (journey-level) contract management work. This position reviews FSS contract billings and fiscal data in accordance with HHSC policies and applicable state and federal statutes, rules and regulations. Monitors legal and regulatory requirements to ensure contracts are in compliance with state procurement rules and policies. Develops and maintains records management systems and processes for contract management.

Manages bill payments including tracking of associated purchase orders and warrants, Administers contract billing and payment processes; develops reports and updates reports. Evaluates grantee expenditure data and ensures appropriate funding and expenditures. Coordinates with FSS management and other staff to facilitate contracting activities, general program operations and address billing problems as they arise. Provides billing technical assistance guidance and represents FSS on internal and external work groups and vides input for internal reporting and tracking of billing and payments.

Reviews FSS contract documents, amendments, and solicitations to ensure FSS contracts are in compliance with state procurement rules and policies. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Monitors FSS contract performance by examining billings, and fiscal data for compliance with terms of contract, HHSC policies and applicable state and federal statutes, rules and regulations. Monitors legal and regulatory requirements to ensure contracts are in compliance with state procurement rules and policies. Develops and maintains filing, record-keeping, and records management systems as it pertains to FSS’ contract budgets and billing documents.

Utilizes automated contracting and financial system to process and finalize contracts and purchase orders to process invoices.

Administers contract billing processes and monitors the progress of FSS contract billing and payments. Tracks invoices from and payments remitted to FSS grantees and vendors. Reports, updates, tracks the activity of contracts and related processes associated with procuring goods and services. Evaluates expenditure data to ensure appropriate use of funds. Monitors spending trends to ensure that FSS maximizes its available funding.

Responds to requests for information about FSS funding and budget issues. Functions as a liaison with the purchasing department to provide information and guidance as needed.

Establishes and monitors multiple timelines for FSS contracts and grant agreements. Provides regular contract monitoring status reports and provides explanations for variances in the monthly reports. Develops reports to facilitate decision-making processes regarding renewal or terminations of contracts.

Coordinates with FSS management and other staff to facilitate contracting activities, general program operations and address contract billing problems. Researches contracting issues, works with agency contracting and program staff to identify program contracting needs, develops action plans, and facilitates problem resolutions. Researches and reviews…