Job Description

Contract Specialist I-V: District Operations (Austin District) - (2602416)

Position Information TxDOT's Austin District is looking for one Contract Specialist I, II, III, IV, or V based in Austin, TX at the Austin District Headquarters. This role is essential in ensuring contracts are administered effectively, vendors meet performance expectations, and operational initiatives are delivered in compliance with state and federal requirements. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!This position is for ONE Contract Specialist I, II, III, IV, or V. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of the position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.Salary Plan/Grade: Contract Specialist I: B16 ($40,198 - $61,130/yearly)Contract Specialist II: B18 ($45,521 - $71,055/yearly)Contract Specialist III: B20 ($51,158 - $81,351/yearly)Contract Specialist IV: B22 ($57,614 - $93,138/yearly)Contract Specialist V: B24 ($65,104 - $106,634/yearly)

Minimum Salary

: 40,918.00

Maximum Salary

: 106,634.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

Austin District Headquarters

7901 NORTH IH 35

Austin 78753

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Hours, Monday - Friday Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: 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 In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance. 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)

Position Description

This position performs contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with division and district personnel. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties: Essential Duties for a Contract Specialist I, II, III, IV, and V include:Assists in developing plans for implementing new contract evaluation requirementsAssists in developing, writing or revising contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisionsAssists in monitoring contractors' insurance certificatesAudits payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms of contract and governmental contracting rules, regulations and proceduresConducts audits, researches and identifies problems with proposals, contracts, contractors or lettings and proposes solutionsCoordinates start-work date ensuring all necessary materials will be available for the contractorExecutes agreements and contractsMaintains, updates and compiles detailed data, reports, summaries, files, records, logs, statistics or specific contracts including procurement documents and revisions; writes routine and unique correspondencePerforms other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Additional essential duties for a Contract Specialist II, III, IV, and V include:Assists with presentations at local, state and federal levelsAssists with recommending policy and procedure changesConfers with legal staff and management on various legal mattersDevelops, writes, revises, or prepares contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reportsReviews compliance of minority participation goals in consultant contractsAdditional essential duties for a Contract Specialist III, IV, and V include:Analyzes, interprets legislation and coordinates the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulationsAssists in researching and making recommendations concerning contract administration systemsAssists with contract negotiationsAssists with recommending policy and procedure changes and solutionsResearches state and federal statutes and opinions, Department policies and previous contractsReviews contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procurement documents, change orders, work orders, supplemental agreements, time extensions, acceptance testing and consultant qualificationsAdditional essential duties for a Contract Specialist IV and V include:Acts as a consultant and provides technical assistance to plan, develop, implement, and monitor effective programs; researches and makes recommendations concerning contract administration systemsActs as a liaison with Regional Mobility Authorities, Metropolitan Planning Organizations, districts, divisions and other state Department of Transportation agencies concerning contract administration systemsAnalyzes, interprets legislation, statutes, federal regulations and coordinates the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulationsConfers with legal staff and management on various legal matters; inspects and reviews contracts for compliance with certification requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and proceduresDevelops, writes, revises and prepares complex contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reportsAdditional essential duties for a Contract Specialist V include: Develops plans for implementing new contract evaluation requirementsDevelops, writes, revises and prepares highly complex contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reports Monitors contract performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms of contract and policies; recommends cancellation of contracts when deviations occurMonitors contractors' insurance certificates

Minimum Qualifications:Education: 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 QualificationsExperience: Contract Specialist I: 1 YEAR in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting. Contract Specialist II: 2 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accountingContract Specialist III: 3 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accountingContract Specialist IV: 4 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accountingContract Specialist V: 5 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting For all levels; (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsLicenses and Certifications:Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM)Cert TX Contract Dev (CTCD)Competencies:Competencies for Contract Specialist I, II, III, IV, and V include: Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applicationsContract development and oversightContract record-keepingScheduling work assignmentsPublic relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and externalPreparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistencyPrioritizing and organizing work assignmentsCommunicate effectivelyExercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goalsAdditional competencies for Contract Specialist II, III, IV, and V include:Contract writing and specificationsAuditing and investigative methods, practices and proceduresContract administration/management systemsMonitoring contracts and proceduresResearching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional areaWriting, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and proceduresDeveloping and giving presentationsAdditional competencies for Contract Specialist III, IV, and V include:Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applicationsAuditing and investigative methods, practices and proceduresContract record-keepingContract billing proceduresResearch and analysis methodologies.Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional areaAdministrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records managementAdditional competencies for Contract Specialist IV and V include:Contract development and oversightContract negotiation, development and management methodsContract writing and specificationsContract administration/management systemsDeveloping, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical informationAdditional competencies for Contract Specialist V include:Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of othersAnalyzing business, technical, and managerial problems and developing, recommending, and implementing effective solutionsPersuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issuesAnalyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical dataMonitoring contracts and proceduresPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small toolsLight work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbsStanding-prolonged periods of timeRepetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingersClose Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive readingConditions of Employment:Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

Job

: General Servs/Contracts/Purch

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Sep 18, 2026, 2:03:36 PM

Unposting Date

: Nov 18, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Contract Specialist I,II,III,IV,V State Job Code/s: 1976,1980,1982,1984,1986

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 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. https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information