Contract Administration Manager (Austin)

DescriptionWHO WE ARE:Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. We are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity Street, Austin, Texas, in the VR Contract Administration Services department. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.WHO YOU ARE:The ideal candidate shares our department’s mission to ensure that contract management is done ethically, transparently, impartially, and professionally. As a Contract Administration Manager, I (CAM I), VR CAS team Supervisor, you will ensure staff develop, maintain, and adhere to contract management best practices. This role requires the candidate to be detail-oriented, able to communicate effectively, and work closely with cross-functional teams. The selected candidate must have the ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule.WHAT YOU WILL DO:The Contract Administration Manager I performs advanced (senior-level) contract administration work. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:-Supervise day-to-day activities of the VR CAS team and coordinate the yearly performance reviews for this team in a timely manner.-Review and assist with the development and management of VR contracts.-Work with CAS Director to develop and approve priorities and standards for achieving goals in CAS.-Identify and advise the CAS Director on improvements to comply with requirements and opportunities for improvement.-Develop and maintain professional working relationships with the agency to ensure a positive and productive environment exists for CAS.-Provide technical expertise and guidance regarding questions related to TWC’s contract management.-Perform related duties as needed. YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:-Current certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager.-Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to contract management functions and of the principles and practices of public administration and management.-Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.-Ability to establish goals and objectives, devise solutions to administrative problems, develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures, prepare reports, and communicate effectively.-Ability to evaluate contracts and recommend future status, interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.-Ability to write policies and procedures and to write and edit contract documents and tools.YOU QUALIFY WITH:-Five years of full-time experience in contract administration, management, evaluation, or monitoring of contract providers. -Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position. YOU GAIN: - A Family Friendly Certified Workplace. - Competitive salary: $7,437.69/month - Defined Retirement Benefit Plan - Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts - Medical Insurance - Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave - Additional benefits for active employees can be found at VETERANS:Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: .HOW TO APPLY: To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.Job Field: General and Operations ManagersJob Type: StandardOrganization: TWC Business UnitSchedule: Full-timeJob Level: ManagerTravel: Yes, 10 % of the TimeEmployee Status: Regular