Contract Specialist

Date:
Aug 18, 2026

Location:

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Title:

Contract Specialist
Job Title: Contract Specialist IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: AES OOA Ops-DDS Contract Mgmt
Posting Number: 20247
Closing Date: 09/01/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $7,761.50
Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22
Shift: Day Additional Shift 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: WACO
Job Location Address: 801 AUSTIN AVE STE B-30
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: ,X,36A,36B,51C,60C0,62S0,63G0,63S0,64PX,651X,6C0X1,751X,FIN
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16,SK Contract Specialist IV The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Family Resources and Eligibility Services (FRES) department is seeking individuals who want to join an exciting and dynamic team working in a high-performing and innovative environment. FRES provides an integrated and streamlined approach to connect individuals with services and supports that reduce the need for institutionalization, enable them to remain in their communities, and promote economic and personal self-sufficiency.

FRES strives to achieve its goals of delivering best-in-class customer service to clients and stakeholders, strengthening program oversight, integrity, and accuracy; seeking innovative ways to streamline and improve service delivery; fostering a culture of excellence; and promoting departmental efficiencies and responsible stewardship of agency resources. Our staff are well-organized, able to multitask, and possess the ability to continuously learn and improve.

They thrive in challenging, fast-paced, and evolving environments, possessing strong communication skills, a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a desire to help others. The Contract Specialist IV position, supervised by the Eligibility Operations and DDS Contracts (EODDS) Contract Administration Manager, participates in and oversees all phases of the contract lifecycle from procurement to closeout. The Contract Specialist will be responsible for engaging in procurements, contract management, contract monitoring, contract oversight, and contract closeout for designated contracts and agreements.

This includes, but is not limited to, Memoranda of Understanding (MOU), Interagency Cooperation Contracts, and Intra-agency Transfers. This role involves drafting and processing contract amendments, renewals, and extensions. Additionally, the position reviews and revises Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Orders (RFOs), Work Orders, and other procurement types for client services contracts. The Contract Specialist also writes and edits procurement documents using HHSC-approved tools, ensuring that competitive procurements adhere to HHSC procurement requirements, standards, and timelines.

Moreover, this position provides oversight, interpretation, and daily management of assigned contracts, acting as the liaison between vendors and program staff. It also facilitates communication and collaboration among all contract stakeholders, serving as the single point of contact for all contractual accountability activities between the State and vendors. The role collaborates in the development of policies and procedures related to procurement and contracting activities, reviews contractor financial and programmatic reports and deliverables for compliance and is responsible for reviewing contract budgets and invoices.

The Contract Specialist will participate in risk assessments and complete all required form s to track contract actions and activities through closeout. The position assists in developing contract monitoring plans based on risk assessments and serves as a subject matter expert in assigned work groups and training activities, including creating presentations for management and staff. The role operates under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs) Supports, ensures compliance with, and behaves in a manner that reflects the FRES mission and vision. Must also perform other duties as assigned and necessary. EJF
1. Performs comprehensive contract management for assigned contracts. Develops policies and procedures related to procurement and contracting activities. Maintains contractor…