OAAA Contract Specialist V

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OAAA Contract Specialist V

Job Title: Contract Specialist V

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Area Agencies Aging

Posting Number: 21314

Closing Date: 11/30/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range: $5,425.33-$7,155.75

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24

Shift: Day

Additional Shift: Days (First)

Telework: Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 10%

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:

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Job Description

Under the direction of the Contract Administration Manager I, performs advanced (senior level) contract management work. Work includes contract administration work that is not limited to overseeing the full contract life cycle, monitoring, and ensuring alignment with state procurement standards, and serving as a subject matter expert on contract performance and risk. This role may prepare and review working papers, monitor audit findings, and ensure documentation is in compliance with applicable provisions, standards, policies, and laws.

Additionally, this position may provide technical assistance as needed, evaluate policy, write guidance, participate in work groups, and develop and train others to support the Office of Area Agencies on Aging.

The Contract Specialist V is responsible for managing complex, high-value contracts that support Older Americans Act services. This role combines technical contract knowledge with hands‑on execution and offers the opportunity to shape processes, strengthen compliance, and contribute alongside experienced contract professionals. Aids and recommends sanctions or other contract actions for enforcement of the terms and conditions of the assigned HHSC agency contracts.

The position is a subject matter expert in contract activities. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:

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

(35%) Contract Management and Execution:

Independently manages a portfolio of complex, high-dollar, or high-risk contracts. Serves as primary point of contact between the agency and the vendor for all contract matters throughout the contract lifecycle. Reviews and processes contract amendments, renewals, change orders, and supporting documentation. Coordinates with PCS, budget, and System Legal on solicitations, through contract execution, while adhering to procurement policy compliance. Prepares and routes contract execution documentation.

(20%)

Reporting and Documentation:

Prepares and submits required contract reports to division leadership, oversight bodies, business owners, and external stakeholders. Maintains accurate contract files and documentation in accordance with records retention requirements and agency standards. Tracks and reports contract performance metrics. Supports legislative inquiries, audit responses, public information requests, and Sunset review activities related to assigned contracts. Maintains contract data in agency systems including GMS, SCOR, CAPPS, and SharePoint repositories.

(15%)

Stakeholder Coordination:

Provides consultation and technical assistance to contractors on contract issues and interpretation of policies and procedures related to contract monitoring. Makes recommendations for changes to, maintains and updates policies and procedures, as well as external guidelines. Responsible for developing the annual contract monitoring plan and coordinating with the program, contract management, and contractor staff.

(15%) Contract Close-out:

Conducts contract…