Contract Specialist II

Position Information

TxDOT's Traffic Signal Crew is looking for aContract Specialist II based in Houston, TX. We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk!

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include telework, flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at Total Compensation.

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Performs complex contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials, division and district personnel. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists with recommending policy and procedure changes.
• Assists in researching state and federal statutes and opinions, Department policies and previous contracts.
• Coordinates start-work date ensuring all necessary materials will be available for the contractor.
• Executes agreements and contracts.
• Issues release to work orders.
• Meets with project managers to identify objectives, needs and issues concerning project contracts.
• Prepares cost analysis studies for contracts.
• Reviews, interprets and clarifies statutes, regulations, standard policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulations.
• Sets up expenditure authorizations.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education : Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience : 2 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications :

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• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM)
• Cert TX Contract Dev (CTCD)

Competencies:

• Considerable knowledge of:
• Contract writing and specifications
• Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications
• Contract development and oversight
• Contract administration/management systems
• Contract record-keeping
• Contract billing procedures
• Proficient skill in:
• Monitoring contracts and procedures
• Scheduling work assignments
• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management.
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• May require certification as Certified Texas Contract Mgr (CTCM) and/or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) per Texas Administrative Code or may be exempt from certification requirement per Texas Gov Code Sec 2262.002 b, as determined by hiring manager