Contract Specialist V - Austin, TX

Are you an experienced Contract Specialist looking for an opportunity to work with the State of Texas?

Does your experience include either State of Texas work or certification?

If you answered yes to these questions, Peak Performers may have an opportunity for you! We have partnered with a State of Texas agency to recruit for a Contract Specialist V in Austin, Texas.

The Position: 

As a Contract Specialist V, you will provide leadership and support in contract management by participating in contracting activities such as RFP development, RFP application, budget reviews, contract funding allocation decisions, quality management activities, extensive contract monitoring, and other contract management activities.

Requirements:

Experience in contract management and development. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. 

Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) preferred but not required.

Expectations:

Thorough knowledge of contracting regulations, of developing contracts, of business administration and accounting principles and practices, and of policies and procedures of contract management and administration.

Knowledge of audit principles, process improvement, and quality management.

Knowledge of competitive solicitation processes and state procurement procedures. Knowledge of the State of Texas budgeting and other financial policies and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of organizational planning, organizational development, and implementation methods needed to establish and administer a complex and comprehensive delivery system.

Working knowledge of Texas legislative processes and public accountability systems.

Knowledge of state and federal legislation as they relate to DSHS services and state and federal laws, agency regulations, policies, rules and requirements pertaining to the provision of health services.

Skill in management principles and practices.

Skill in project management and prioritization.

Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.

Skill in communication including the effective organization and presentation of information, both orally and in writing.

Skill in preparing written analyses and administrative reports and special projects as assigned.

Skill in analyzing and solving problems and making recommendations affecting overall contracting activities; and comprehensively and accurately evaluating different types of administrative reports.

Skill in providing leadership and managing diverse program and administrative personnel in a team environment; communicating on issues and coordinating oversight across multiple cross-functional divisions.

Ability to write and edit contract requirements and specifications.

Ability to interpret policies and develop effective operating procedures for the Contract Management Section

Ability to evaluate and monitor contractor performance and provide recommendations.

Ability to deal effectively with state and local officials and the public.

Ability to lead or work as part of a team.

Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks, assignments and projects.

Ability to interpret and apply federal and state statutes, regulations, agency rules, policies and procedures related to contracts.

Ability to evaluate financial data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity to contract requirements.

Ability to make independent and sound technical judgment and to analyze new situations when they are encountered.

Project Term: 6 months with potential for extension

Compensation: $32.00/hour)

Work Location: Remote (must reside in Austin)

Work Schedule: No to exceed 40 hours/week – some evenings and weekends may be required

What's it like to work for Peak Performers?

?      Qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities receive job preference.

?      Our clients can hire you at any time - with no fee! We want you to get hired.

?      We pay weekly through direct deposit.

?      We offer ACA compliant health insurance at 60 days.

?      In business since 1994, our relationships span 26 years and thousands of job placements.

All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.

Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, family/parental status, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Peak Performers does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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