Texas Department of Transportation's Construction Division is looking for a Contract Specialist based in Austin, TX. This is a fast-paced position that coordinates with a team, but mostly works independently. There is a high flexibility in the employee setting their own pace to meet contractual obligations.

At the Construction Division we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

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)

Performs complex contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and/or monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials, division and district personnel. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Reviews, interprets and clarifies statutes, regulations, standard policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulations.
  
• Assists in researching and making recommendations concerning contract administration systems and policy.
  
• Makes presentations at local, state and federal levels.
  
• Researches state and federal statutes and opinions, Department policies and previous contracts.
  
• Reviews contracts, amendments, procurement documents, supplemental agreements, and contractor qualifications.
  
• Assists in monitoring contractors' insurance certificates.
  
• Conducts audits, researches and identifies problems with proposals, contracts, contractors or lettings and proposes solutions.
  
• Confers with legal staff and management on various legal matters.
  
• Executes agreements and contracts.
  
• Reviews coordinates and processes routine open records requests.
  
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

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 Qualifications

Experience 2 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications

• • Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications
  
• Contract administration/management systems
  
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
  
  

Some Skill in:

• Developing and giving presentations
  
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
  
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
  
  

Proficient Skill in:

• Using standard office equipment
  
• Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency
  
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
  
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
  
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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
  
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
  
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
  
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

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. Above the EEO/ADA field on job description page

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

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.

Additional Applicant Information