TDA – FIN – Contract Administration Manager

Aug 5, 2026

Texas Department of Agriculture

Salary Information: B26, $7,875 – $7,916.66/MO.
State Classification: 1960 – Contract Administration Manager I
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posting Number: 26-58204-1R
Location: Austin, TX
Telework Option: TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are required to be physically present for work.

AGENCY INFORMATION
The Texas Department of Agriculture Financial Services Division supports TDA programs by performing financial duties in the areas of accounting, budget, purchasing, contracting, accounts payable, and payroll.

Telework Option: TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are required to be physically present for work. The agency’s core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Location
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This position will report to one of the following TDA location :
Austin (HQ), TX.

JOB DESCRIPTION
WHAT YOU’LL DO
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The Contract Administration Manager will perform advanced contract administration work for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). You will be involved in overseeing the execution and administration of contracts for large scope or high-dollar contracts by defining requirements and negotiating, awarding, developing, and monitoring contracts. You will serve as the subject matter expert and point-of-contact for contracts from initiation to close-out.

You will mentor, guide and train staff. Work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Oversee or prepare the scope of work, specifications, and conditions for new contracts; prepare contracts; lead negotiation strategies; and award new contracts.

Provides customer consultation, evaluates customer requirements, and advises in the development of contract specifications to achieve an optimal balance between best value and cost savings.

Oversee the distribution of solicitations to vendors; review submitted proposals for administrative compliance.

Oversee and coordinate the processing of contract documents to ensure that management understands and authorizes contract terms.

Develop short- and long-term strategies and goals for the development of the scope of work, statement of work, specifications, technical, and functional requirements in agency solicitations.

Conducts periodic review of contract deliverables, payment milestones, and overall compliance with terms to determine lessons learned factors and refine future specifications.

Conducts contract compliance review and performance analysis in coordination with division to determine if each party is meeting the contractual obligations.

Utilizes strong interactive and collaborative skills in interfacing with business units, and team members; manages complex interactions involving all parties, and the overall needs of the agency.

Serves as a resource to divisions/contract monitor/designee on escalated issues of an unusual nature.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, complaints, and disputes by negotiating settlement agreements or by canceling or terminating contracts.

Initiate and oversee special studies or surveys to assess consumer and program outcomes for evaluation.

Serve as the principal contract liaison between agency management, contractors, the Legislature, and other customers.

Plan, develop, and conduct presentations.

Provide input on or prepares the contract budget; recommend budget allocations for proposed contract agreements; arrange, monitor, and review budget allocations with management; and provide budget forecast and propose alternatives.

Review and analyze legislation related to procurement and contract management,…