Job Description

Contract Specialist IV or V - (2602487)

Position Information Advance Your Career in Contract Management with TxDOT!TxDOT’s Fort Worth District is searching for a Contract Specialist IV or V to join our District Maintenance Office in Fort Worth, TX. The District Maintenance team oversees a wide range of maintenance contracts and manages the district’s budget for contract services—ensuring our roadways remain safe, reliable, and well-maintained.In this role, you’ll take on key responsibilities that directly impact project delivery and financial stewardship, including: reviewing change orders, monthly estimates, and contract documents for accuracy and compliance, assisting with budget monitoring and analysis to support district spending goals, providing training and guidance to inspectors and project staff on maintenance contract procedures and best practices.This position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in contract administration while collaborating with maintenance professionals dedicated to keeping Texas moving safely and efficiently.Join the TxDOT's Fort Worth District and take pride in shaping the quality, accountability, and performance of our maintenance operations!Physical Work Location: 2501 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133Annual Salary Ranges:Contract Specialist VI: (B22) $57,614 - $93,138Contract Specialist V: (B24) $65,104 - $106,634This position is for one (1) Contract Specialist IV or V. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

: 57,614.00

Maximum Salary

: 106,634.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations

Ft Worth District Headquarters

2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820

Fort Worth 76133

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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 PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Contract Specialist IV:Performs advanced 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 and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.Essential Duties:Acts as a consultant and provides technical assistance to plan, develop, implement, and monitor effective programs;

researches and makes recommendations concerning contract administration systems.Develops, writes, revises and/or prepares complex contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and

provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reports.Negotiates contract renewals and amendmentsAssists in printing, collating, preparing documents and/or binding contracts/manuals for distribution.Composes and transmits conditional award noticesConducts 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 contraEnsures contracts are payable and meet all legal requirements.Executes agreements and contracts.Issues release to work orders.May serve as project leader.Contract Specialist V:Performs highly advanced contract duties in direct support of agency transportation-related programs to include developing,

analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and/or monitoring

contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish

their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the

occurrence.Essential Duties (including Contract Specialist IV essential duties):Develops, writes, revises and/or prepares highly complex contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and

provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reports.May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates

to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure

operations coverage

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 IV: 4 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.Contract Specialist V: 5 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.Preferred Qualifications: Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM)Cert TX Contract Dev (CTCD)Contract Specialist IV:Competencies: Contract development and oversightContract negotiation, development and management methodsContract writing and specifications Contract administration/management systemsLegal terminologyContract record-keepingDeveloping, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical informationResearch and analysis methodologiesPublic relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and

externalCollecting, sorting and compiling data Contract Specialist V:Competencies (including Contract Specialist IV competencies): Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of othersPersuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issuesMonitoring contracts and procedures Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Light 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/or fingersClose Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.Additional Conditions of Employment: Required to work weekends and holidays.Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.

Job

: General Servs/Contracts/Purch

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Sep 23, 2026, 12:20:57 PM

Unposting Date

: Oct 8, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Contract Specialist IV/V State Job Code/s: 1984/1986

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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.Additional Applicant Information for applicants