FSS Contract Specialist IV

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Functional Title: FSS Contract Specialist IV
Job Title: Contract Specialist IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: FSS Cont, Fin & Admn Supp GRL
Posting Number: 10680
Closing Date: 06/30/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Community and Social Services
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-22
Salary Range: $4,801.16 - $5,250.00
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 20%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST
Other Locations: Austin
MOS Codes: 3006,3044,8640,310X,36A,36B,51C,60C0,62S0,63G0,63S0,64PX,651X,6C0X1,751X,FIN10,F&S,LS,LSS,SEI16,SK


Performs highly complex (senior-level) grant and contract management work managing Family Support Services (FSS) contracts. Work involves coordinating, developing, negotiating, monitoring, and evaluating a broad range of FSS service and administrative contracts, including ensuring fiscal accountability and taking any necessary contract action. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment regarding daily FSS contract management decisions. This position interacts routinely with other divisions and agency staff, service providers, and community groups, internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

1. Manages and develops solicitations, including Invitations for Bids, Requests for Applications, and Requests for Proposals, by identifying provider resources, defining services, evaluating bidder information, and negotiating contract specifications.
2. Coordinates and facilitates procurement-related meetings such as kick-offs, pre-proposal meetings, post-award conferences, team briefings, evaluation scoring, and new grantee orientations using division-specific tools.

1. Executes contracts, renewals, and amendments by reviewing documents and securing necessary approvals from grantees and contractors. Recommends changes to solicitation and contract documents and provides input on grant or contract modifications for FSS programs.

1. Oversees and resolves procurement and contract compliance issues, monitors legal and regulatory requirements for FSS contracting, and manages complex grants and contracts by tracking billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations.

1. Administers billing and eligibility processes, projects expenditures to ensure the effective use of funds, and monitors ongoing contract performance to maximize appropriated and federal dollars for prevention services.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

CTCM (Certified Texas Contract Manager) and CTCD (Certified Texas Contract Developer) required within one year of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge of state procurement and contract management requirements, policies and procedures for contract management, regulations, and best practices; of negotiating contracts; of business administration and accounting principles and practices.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to FSS contracting.

Knowledge of managing and monitoring contracts and budgets in a social service environment.

Skill in attention to details, effective verbal, and written communication.

Skill in use of a computer and applicable software.

Ability to evaluate contracts and recommend future status; to interpret policies, procedures, and regulation; to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, allowability, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements.

Ability to analyze complex information effectively and quickly and to summarize results in a written report to ensure conformity with contract requirements and regulations.

Ability to organize, prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet Agency and Division policies, procedures, relevant regulations, and deadlines.

Ability to research policy and procedure and apply it to contract management work activities and duties.

INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting, finance, contracts, business, or a related field. Acceptable Substitutions: Graduation from high school and equivalent of three years full-time job duties in bookkeeping, contracts management, grant management, or financial field.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This posting is hiring multiple Contract Specialist IV positions. Position # 00117796 is focused on development, initiation, and execution of grants. Work involves Invitation for Bids (IFB's), RFA's, and RFP's, in addition to procurement coordination and execution of contracts and grant agreements. Multiple contract managers to be hired that will focus on managing grants and contracts including billings, fiscal data, reporting, contracts managment, and compliance.

This position offers a hybrid schedule of remote (telework) and in-office work and will have the opportunity to telework as HHSC telework policy allows. The selected candidate for this position will be required to work in and attend in-person meetings in an Austin office when not teleworking and to fulfill essential job functions. Any costs associated with working in or attending in-person meetings or required work events in Austin or within a 50-mile radius of Austin will not be qualified travel expenses reimbursed by the State.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

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Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.