Texas Workforce Commission - TWC
Contract Specialist (Remote) - (Job Number: 824989)
PayCompetitive
LocationAustin/Texas
Employment typeOther
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Job Description
- Req#: 20771
Employer Industry: Government Workforce Development
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary of $4,200.50/month
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace promoting work-life balance
- Telecommuting offered from anywhere within the State of Texas
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan with optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Comprehensive medical insurance and paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
- Extensive opportunities for training and development
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Process agency contracts and amendments while ensuring compliance with performance standards
- Review and assist with the development of scopes of work for contracts
- Conduct contract management and monitoring functions for assigned contracts
- Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders to address issues and resolve problems
- Provide orientation and support to contractors and agency staff
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Completion of two years (60 semester hours) of accredited college work, plus two years of full-time experience in contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training
- One year of experience may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of education
- Strong communication and organization skills with attention to detail
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and constructive work relationships
- Knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Teams
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) within one year of employment
- Experience coordinating competitive solicitations such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for the State of Texas
- Experience in technical writing, procurement processes, and contract development
- Background in facilitation, customer service, and data analysis
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Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is the state agency charged with overseeing and providing workforce development services to employers and job seekers of Texas.