Texas Health and Human Services · 1 day ago
Medicaid Contract Specialist V
Austin, TX
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$5,425.33/mo - $8,161/mo
3+ years expTexas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is committed to positively impacting the lives of Texans. The Medicaid Contract Specialist V will perform advanced contract management services and technical assistance regarding Medicaid IT contracts, ensuring compliance, monitoring contractor performance, and managing the contract lifecycle.
Health Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing the contract lifecycle
Oversees the completion of services and deliverables prior to the expiration date of the contract
Oversees the invoice verification processes, which ensures the accuracy of invoices and authorizes payments consistent with the contract terms
Manages, approves, and documents changes to contracts through the amendment process authorized by the terms of the contract
Oversees the completion contract closeout processes within 90 days of contract expiration, completion, or cancellation to include, as applicable, submission of a vendor performance report
Maintains accurate and up-to-date contract records in SCOR (contract system of record) and CAPPS Financials (financial system of record)
Completes thorough reviews of contract documentation within 10 days of the contract’s effective date
Uploads and maintains all required documents in the appropriate SCOR sub-modules
Tracks and records deliverable status and lifecycle events such as inception, amendments, and closure
Ensures compliance with agency documentation standards, record retention policies, and applicable laws and regulations
Responds promptly and constructively to findings from audits and contract quality reviews and ensure documentation supports contract decisions and actions
Contributes to the continuous improvement of the department’s process knowledgebases
Maintains contract metadata reference resources to support consistency and accuracy across contract records
Responsible for ensuring the contractor is held accountable, including possessing advanced knowledge of the contract terms, purpose, scope, requirements, expenditures, deliverables, and milestones
Establishes specific, time-bound, performance measures and requirements to ensure contractor accountability
Oversees the contractor’s performance and documents the results into SCOR
Escalates disputes or deficiencies with the contractor's performance, in a timely manner; and pursues remedies, as appropriate, when a contractor’s performance is deficient
Responsible for assessing and mitigating contract risk independently
Promotes the use of best practices throughout the contract lifecycle
Oversees and completes the initial risk assessment within 60 days of contract begin date and establishes a contract monitoring plan
Oversees and completes risk assessments throughout the life of the contract
Consults System Contracting to address legal concerns or issues
Responsible for all communications on assigned contracts
Serves as the point of contact for agency communication with the contractor regarding all matters pertaining to high-dollar contracts
Manages post-award contractor conferences to ensure all parties are aware of the performance requirements and administrative procedures agreed in the contract
Qualification
Required
A minimum three years of combined experience working directly in contract management or contract-related roles is required
Requires current specialized certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or the ability to obtain within 12 months of employment
Knowledge of state contract management requirements and best practices
Knowledge of state procurement requirements and best practices
Knowledge of information technology requirements and best practices
Knowledge of business administration and accounting principles and practices
Skill in handling multiple projects, manage competing priorities, and meeting tight deadlines
Skill in conflict resolution and contract negotiations
Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to gather, assemble, and correlate data
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions to analyze complex information and develop plans
Ability to interpret complex data
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations
Ability to evaluate material data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements
Preferred
A minimum three years of direct experience working with IT contracts as a contract manager is preferred
Experience managing IT contracts for a state agency or other governmental entity is preferred
Preference given to candidates with additional certifications such as Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD)
Dual certified as a CTCD and a CTCM is preferred
Benefits
100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
A defined benefit pension plan
Generous time off benefits
Numerous opportunities for career advancement
Company
Texas Health and Human Services
Texas Health and Human Services is an agency that focuses on improving health, safety and well-being.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Dr. Napoleon Broughton
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