ContractSpecialist

WHO WE ARE: Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity St, Austin, Texas in our VR Contract Administration department.  TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. WHO YOU ARE: The ideal candidate shares our department mission to ensure that the Contract Administration Services contract development, contract management, monitoring, and other procured contract development is done ethically, transparently, impartially, and professionally. We strive to ensure that acquisitions of program services are conducted with the best outcome for the customer and the State in mind.     WHAT YOU WILL DO: The Contract Specialist V performs highly advanced (senior-level) contract management work. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.   YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO: -Manage contracts from initiation through closeout, including processing new contracts and amendments, and ensuring compliance with agency policies. -Monitor contractor performance, identify issues such as delays or non-compliance, and take corrective action when needed. Coordinate with management on more complex or escalated matters. -Conduct desk reviews of contractor documentation and use enhanced monitoring methods like data sampling and trend tracking to identify and resolve issues early. -Review and approve corrective action plans submitted by contractors, ensuring they address problems effect