Contract Specialist II
Listed on 2026-08-21
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration
Posting 18829
-Posted
07/15/2026
- Health & Human Services Comm
- Hospital Financial
- Business and Financial Operations
- Austin State Hospital
- Not Eligible for Telework
-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. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .
Benefits- 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
- Functional
Title:
Contract Specialist II - Job Title:
Contract Specialist II - Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm - Department:
Hospital Financial - Posting Number: 18829
- Closing Date: 09/13/2026
- Posting Audience:
Internal and External - Occupational Category:
Business and Financial Operations - Salary Range: $3,793.41-$5,921.25
- Pay Frequency:
Monthly - Salary Group: TEXAS-B-18
- Shift: Day
- Additional Shift: None
- Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework - Travel:
Up to 10% - Regular/Temporary:
Regular - Full Time/Part Time:
Full time - FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt - Facility
Location:
Austin State Hospital - Job Location City: AUSTIN
- Job Location Address: 4110 GUADALUPE
- Other Locations:
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Job Description
Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.
HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.
Under the general supervision of the HSCS Regional Contract Manager, performs complex journey level consultative contract services and technical assistance to administrative support departments and programs of the facility to accomplish the HSCS Facilities missions, including providing critical services to individuals and agency operations. Consults with State Office Business Management Contract Team. Collaborates with legal division as required and with procurement staff during the procurement/contracting process.
Provides oversight to facility contract managers and subject matter experts (SMEs). Work includes gathering, analyzing & disseminating information for contract management requirements. Directly involved with CAPPS Financials and System of Contract Operation and Reporting (SCOR). Serves as Contract Administrator to provide guidance, assistance and support to all facility Contract Managers/SMEs, program staff involved in the contract process, governmental agencies, community organizations and/or to the general public.
Work involves planning, developing, and implementing agency contract management requirements based on state law, procurement processes/procedures, and internal division policies and procedures. Provides quality control and oversight for contract activities, payment activities and contract close out. Trains others involved in the Contract Lifecycle process. Must comply with statutes, rules, and policies related to HHS programs and contracts. Works independently…
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