Texas Department of Transportation
Contract Specialist II, III, IV - (Job Number: 2400354)
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Job Description
- Req#: 17586
- Low Turnover
- Retirement Pension
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Paid Leave/Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
- On the Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
- Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement
- Coordinates, reviews, processes and monitors the execution of agreements and amendments.
- Monitors contract execution and coordinates with Contract Services Division.
- Executes agreements and contracts.
- Receives payments, prepares deposit vouchers and enters data in automated information management system.
- Monitors, updates and reconciles accounts and contracts in an automated information management system to include PeopleSoft.
- Maintains, updates, and compiles detailed data, reports, summaries, files, records, logs, including writing routine and unique correspondence.
- Assists in researching state and federal statues and opinions.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
- Confers with legal staff and management on agreements and various legal matters.
- Audit payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms of contract and governmental contracting rules, regulations and procedures.
- Research state and federal statutes, opinions, department policies and governmental.
- Provides technical and administrative support to include reviewing, processing, answers questions, provides assistance and handles complaints and resolution of discrepancies and problems regarding contracts, billing, payment and warrant actions.
- Analyzes, interprets legislation, statues, and federal regulations to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulations.
- Contract writing, reviewing and correspondence, documents
- Legal terminology
- Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures and terminology
- Preparing correspondence, documents using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarify and consistency
- Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
- Maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
- Applicable computer operating system and relevant applications
- Communicate effectively
- Contract administration/management systems
- Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
- Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures
- Research and analysis methodologies
- Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
- Analyzing business, technical, and managerial problems and developing, recommending, and implementing effective solutions
- Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
- Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
!*!Looking for an exciting career in one of the fastest growing regions in Texas? TxDOT's Advanced Transportation Planning Office, located in Mesquite, is looking for a Contract Specialist II, III or IV. Our contract specialist have a vital role in the delivery of transportation improvements! Duties include developing, analyzing, reviewing, processing, ensuring compliance, and monitoring of contracts with funding agreements. Work requires extensive contact with divisions, district personnel and governmental agencies. If you are looking for a stable career in a fast-paced environment of professionals, we encourage you to apply today!
Salary range for each position level
Position Title Salary Grade/Range Contract Specialist II B18: $42,521 - $67,671 Contract Specialist III B20: $48,158 - $77,477 Contract Specialist IV B22: $54,614 - $88,703
Dallas District Headquarters (18DISTHQ)
4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80
Mesquite, 75150
!*!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:
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)
!*!Contract Specialist II: 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 official, division and district personnel. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Contract Specialist III: Performs highly 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 and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Contract Specialist IV: Performs advanced contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Essential Duties:
Contract Specialist II:
Additional duties for a Contract Specialist III:
Additional duties for a Contract Specialist IV:
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Contract Specialist II, III, IV - 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:
Contract Specialist II: 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.
Contract Specialist III: 3 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Contract Specialist IV: 4 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: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:
Contract Specialist II:
Additional competencies for a Contract Specialist III:
Additional competencies for a Contract Specialist IV:Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Conditions of Employment:
!*!
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category. Above the EEO/ADA field on job description page
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
!*!The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
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