Texas Department of Transportation
Contract Specialist II - Support Services Div.
Texas Department of Transportation, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Contract Specialist II - Support Services Div.
Performs complex contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and/or 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. Responsibilities
Assists with presentations at local, state and federal levels. Develops, writes, revises, or prepares contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and/or reports. Assists in developing plans for implementing new contract evaluation requirements. Assists in monitoring contractors' insurance certificates. Audits payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms of contract and governmental contracting rules, regulations and procedures. Composes and transmits conditional award notices. Ensures contracts are payable and meet all legal requirements. Executes agreements and contracts. Prepares cost analysis studies for contracts. 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. 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 : Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM) or Cert TX Contract Dev (CTCD). Requires certification as Certified Texas Contract Mgr (CTCM) and/or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) per Texas Administrative Code. Preferred dual or ability to obtain dual within the first nine months of employment. Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Preferred Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of procurement, contract development, management and oversight for high dollar state contracts. Competencies
Contract writing and specifications Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures and terminology Contract development and oversight Contract negotiation, development and management methods Contract administration/management systems Contract record-keeping Contract billing procedures Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Legal terminology Other Attributes
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Standing for prolonged periods Repetitive Motion: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity: work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Work Location
6230 East Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78744 Benefits
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 Other information for applicants (EEO statement and accommodations) is available on the standard employment page for the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Performs complex contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and/or 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. Responsibilities
Assists with presentations at local, state and federal levels. Develops, writes, revises, or prepares contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and/or reports. Assists in developing plans for implementing new contract evaluation requirements. Assists in monitoring contractors' insurance certificates. Audits payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms of contract and governmental contracting rules, regulations and procedures. Composes and transmits conditional award notices. Ensures contracts are payable and meet all legal requirements. Executes agreements and contracts. Prepares cost analysis studies for contracts. 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. 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 : Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM) or Cert TX Contract Dev (CTCD). Requires certification as Certified Texas Contract Mgr (CTCM) and/or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) per Texas Administrative Code. Preferred dual or ability to obtain dual within the first nine months of employment. Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Preferred Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of procurement, contract development, management and oversight for high dollar state contracts. Competencies
Contract writing and specifications Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures and terminology Contract development and oversight Contract negotiation, development and management methods Contract administration/management systems Contract record-keeping Contract billing procedures Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Legal terminology Other Attributes
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Standing for prolonged periods Repetitive Motion: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity: work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Work Location
6230 East Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78744 Benefits
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 Other information for applicants (EEO statement and accommodations) is available on the standard employment page for the Texas Department of Transportation.
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