Texas Department of Transportation · 1 week ago
Contract Specialist I, II, III - Environmental Division
Austin, TX
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Contract Specialist III for their Environmental Affairs Division in Austin, TX. This role involves performing highly complex contract duties, including developing, analyzing, and monitoring contracts while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assists in developing, writing or revising contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions
Assists in receiving payments, preparing deposit vouchers and entering data in an automated information management system
Assists in reviewing compliance of minority participation goals in consultant contracts
Audits payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms of contract and governmental contracting rules, regulations and procedures
Conducts audits, researches and identifies problems with proposals, contracts, contractors or lettings and proposes solutions
Ensures contracts are payable and meet all legal requirements
Executes agreements and contracts
Maintains, updates and compiles detailed data, reports, summaries, files, records, logs, statistics or specific contracts including procurement documents and revisions; writes routine and unique correspondence
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
Reviews compliance of minority participation goals in consultant contracts
Confers with legal staff and management on various legal matters
Reviews contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procurement documents, change orders, work orders, supplemental agreements
Provides technical and administrative support to include reviewing, processing, answer questions, provides assistance, and handles complaints and resolution of discrepancies and problems regarding contracts, billing, payment and warrant actions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field
1 year in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting for Contract Specialist I
2 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting for Contract Specialist II
3 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting for Contract Specialist III
Certification as Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) and/or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) may be required
Considerable knowledge of applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications
Considerable knowledge of auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedure
Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, procedures, and terminology
Considerable knowledge of contract development and oversight
Considerable knowledge of contract negotiation, development and management methods
Considerable knowledge of contract writing and specifications
Considerable knowledge of contract administration/management systems
Considerable knowledge of contract record-keeping
Considerable knowledge of contract billing procedures
Considerable knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Considerable knowledge of legal terminology
Proficient skill in scheduling work assignments
Proficient skill in researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
Proficient skill in maintaining effective working relationships with others
Proficient skill in writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures
Proficient skill in collecting, sorting and compiling data
Proficient skill in evaluating products, equipment and material
Proficient skill in administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management
Proficient skill in preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency
Proficient skill in prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Proficient skill in using standard office equipment
Proficient skill in using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
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
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
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
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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