Contract Specialist

Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas is seeking a Contract Specialist who is detail-oriented, organized, and analytical to join our team. This full-time role supports operations, contract administration, compliance, and program monitoring.

Under supervision, you will review contracts, assist with risk management, coordinate vendors, and maintain documentation while ensuring regulatory requirements are met.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in operations, program administration, compliance, contract administration, or related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply contracts, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance.
• Postsecondary education, technical training, certifications, or additional relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret contracts, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance.
• Support program administration, provider monitoring, and operational reviews.
• Assist with compliance, fraud prevention, risk management, and investigations.
• Maintain current policies, guidance, records, and supporting documentation.
• Support Workforce Solutions Board operations and organizational initiatives.
• Coordinate facilities, vendors, and other operational needs.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Identify potential risks and recommend process improvements.
• Apply knowledge of Workforce Solutions programs, systems, and regulations to support effective operations.

Skills

Contract administration

Compliance

Operations management

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Education

Postsecondary education or certifications

Job description

We're Hiring! Contract Specialist

Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas is looking for adetail-oriented, organized, and analytical Contract Specialistto join our team!

This position plays an important role in supporting the organization’soperations, contract administration, compliance, program monitoring, and risk management. Under general supervision, the Contract Specialist helps ensure programs, processes, contracts, and organizational operations are carried out efficiently, effectively, and in compliance with applicable requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Review and interpret contracts, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance.
• Support program administration, provider monitoring, and operational reviews.
• Assist with compliance, fraud prevention, risk management, and investigations.
• Maintain current policies, guidance, records, and supporting documentation.
• Support Workforce Development Board operations and organizational initiatives.
• Coordinate facilities, vendors, and other operational needs.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
• Identify potential risks and recommend process improvements.
• Apply knowledge of Workforce Solutions programs, systems, and regulations to support effective operations.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Texas driver's license or reliable alternate transportation.
• Occasional regional travel required; limited overnight travel may be necessary for conferences, training, and meetings.
• Employment is contingent upon funding and/or evaluation of duties.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of progressively responsible experiencein operations, program administration, compliance, contract administration, office administration, workforce development, or a related field.
• Strongwritten and verbal communicationskills.
• Excellentanalytical, organizational, and problem-solvingabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply contracts, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance.
• Postsecondary education, technical training, certifications, or additional relevant experience is preferred.Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Texas driver’s license or reliable alternate transportation.
• Occasional regional travel is required; limited overnight travel may be necessary for conferences, training, and meetings.
• Employment is contingent upon funding and/or evaluation of duties.

Employment Information

The Region XIV Education Service Center serves as the employer of record for Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas Board staff. Employees participate in the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and receive a competitive benefits package. This is a full-time, regular position with an annual salary of $46,000–$52,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Join our team and help increase awareness of workforce opportunities, connect communities to resources, and support meaningful career pathways across West Central Texas!

Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas Board is an EEO/Drug-Free/Smoke-Free Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.