Contract Specialist II - Service Contracts - Contracts and Procurement Division - Huntsville (023965 023969 023972)

Contract Specialist II

• Service Contracts
• Contracts and Procurement Division
• Huntsville (023965 023969 023972) 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 2 Financial Plaza, Huntsville, TX 77340 $4,080.85 a month
• Full-time Texas Department of Criminal Justice 4,207 reviews $4,080.85 a month

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Full-time Organization :

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

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CONTRACTS & PROCUREMENT Primary Location :

United States-Texas-HUNTSVILLE Job :

Office and Administrative Support Employee Status :

Regular Schedule :

Full-time Travel No Salary/Salary Range :

$4,080.85 (RET 2.5% Less)

Pay Basis :

Monthly Hazardous duty/

Longevity Pay :

Longevity Pay Training Academy :

No Work Site Visits :

Yes Study Material :

No Overtime Status :

Exempt Job Posting :

May 21, 2026, 12:00:00

AM Closing Date :

Jun 1, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs complex contract management work. Work involves developing and evaluating a broad range of contracts. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A.

Develops contracts by identifying provider resources, describing services to be rendered, and negotiating contract features. B. Coordinates and facilitates contract pre-award and post-award activities; monitors contract performance and billings; confers with contract providers to ensure compliance with policy, procedure, legal, and fiscal requirements; assists in the dispute resolution process; and assists in negotiating contract renewals, amendments, and plan changes. C. Prepares specifications for bid requests; develops procurement documents; assists in developing bid evaluation instruments; and maintains contracting records. D. Assists in providing guidance regarding contract administration policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and responds to requests for program information. Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A.

Education, Experience, and Training 1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required three years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. 2. Three years full-time, wage-earning purchasing, contracting, contract management, contract monitoring, financial auditing, accounting, or statistical analysis experience. 3. Purchasing or contracting experience preferred. Must have or be able to obtain a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification within twelve months from the date of employment. Must have or be able to obtain a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification within twelve months from the date of employment. Must maintain valid certifications for continued employment in position. Selected applicants without required certifications must sign a Credential Contingency Agreement that will remain in effect only until the initially established expiration date. Failure to comply with this contingency statement will result in separation from employment. Credential Contingency Agreements will not be extended or renewed as a result of an employee's separation from employment or acceptance of another position. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes. 2. Knowledge of contracting regulations, policies, and procedures. 3. Knowledge of community resources. 4. Knowledge of automated purchasing methods and procedures. 5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 9. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports. 10. Skill to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements. 11. Skill to negotiate features of a contract, while balancing agency and provider requirements. 12. Skill in problem-solving techniques. 13. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment. 14. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A.

Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile. Additional Information Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
• Questions regarding this posting may be directed to: Shelbie Morrow Human Resources Headquarters 2 Financial Plaza, STE 600 Huntsville, TX 77340 PH (936) 437-4106 EMAIL hr.

selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov Military Occupation Specialty Code The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Military Crosswalk Guide

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• Job Descriptions EEO Statement The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

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