Contract Administrator I/II - Maritime Division

Job Description Contract Administrator I/II - Maritime Division (2601519) Position Information TxDOT's Maritime Division is looking for a Contract Administrator I or II located at 6230 Stassney Ln., Austin, TX. We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let’s talk! At TxDOT 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, employee wellness program, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. Stassney Campus: Minimum Salary: 76,530.00 Maximum Salary: 156,612.00 Pay Basis: Yearly Work Locations: Stassney Hq - Main, 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744 Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift. 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday. Location Flexibility: Onsite. Benefits and Perks 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). Responsibilities Contract Administrator I Serves as the principal contract liaison between agency management, contractors, the Legislature, and other customers. Confers with procurement staff, legal staff, and management on various legal matters; inspects and reviews contracts for compliance with certification requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Coordinates analysis, oversees interpretation of legislation, statutes, federal regulations, and coordinates the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulations. Develops short and long‑term strategies and goals for the administration of assigned contracts. Oversees development, writing, revision and/or preparation of highly complex contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reports. Oversees the administration of complex agreements and contracts. Oversees the audit of payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms of contract and governmental contracting rules, regulations, and procedures. Provides advanced technical and administrative support to include reviewing, processing, answering questions, provides assistance, and handles complaints and resolution of discrepancies and problems regarding contracts, billing, payment and warrants. Serves as a lead worker to TxDOT employees by serving as a resource for complex questions and providing technical training; providing input on employees’ career conversations; approving employees’ leave requests to ensure operations coverage; and presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Contract Administrator II – All of the above plus Develops and implements management controls and oversight procedures. Develops and monitors the section/branch budget. Develops methodologies, rules and procedures. Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to functional area. Oversees the operations and activities of monitoring contract performance, including developing and tracking key metrics. Coordinates the training of new professional and/or technical contract staff. Minimum Qualifications Contract Administrator I and II Education: Bachelor's Degree in business administration, finance, or a related discipline. Experience Contract Administrator I: 6 years of contract administration, contract management, contract development, or related experience (experience can be satisfied by full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent). Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year‑per‑year basis. Contract Administrator II: 7 years of contract administration, contract management, contract development, or related experience (experience can be satisfied by full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent). Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year‑per‑year basis. Other Attributes Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability. 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. 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 Act of 1990. #J-18808-Ljbffr Txdot