Contract Specialist IV or V

Texas Department of Transportation; Dallas, Fort Worth (TX, TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid for full-time

Tuition Assistance

Career Development Opportunities

Wellness Program

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Contract Specialist IV/V to manage advanced contract duties including development, analysis, evaluation, and compliance monitoring for transportation programs. You will interact with governmental officials and private entities, creating complex contracts, amendments, and associated reports.

The role involves leading, coordinating and auditing contract processes, negotiating renewals, and guiding staff on procedures.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, finance or related field with substitutions based on experience.
• Experience: Contract administration and related duties; graduate study may substitute for experience.
• Licenses/Certificates: Valid driver's license and ability to drive a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Acts as consultant providing technical assistance to plan, develop, implement, and monitor programs.
• Develops, writes, revises and prepares complex contracts, amendments, forms and reports.
• Negotiates contract renewals and amendments.
• Coordinates print, binding and distribution of contracts and manuals.
• Composes and transmits conditional award notices.
• Conducts audits, analyzes problems and proposes solutions.
• Reviews change orders, monthly estimates and contract documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Supports budget monitoring and staff training on contract procedures.

Skills

Contract development

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Legal terminology

Data analysis

Public sector procurement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field

Job description

Contract Specialist IV

Performs advanced contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and/or monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

• Acts as a consultant and provides technical assistance to plan, develop, implement, and monitor effective programs; researches and makes recommendations concerning contract administration systems.
• Develops, writes, revises and/or prepares complex contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reports.
• Negotiates contract renewals and amendments
• Assists in printing, collating, preparing documents and/or binding contracts/manuals for distribution.
• Composes and transmits conditional award notices
• Conducts audits, researches and identifies problems with proposals, contracts, contractors or lettings and proposes solutions
• Coordinates start-work date ensuring all necessary materials will be available for the contra
• Ensures contracts are payable and meet all legal requirements.
• Executes agreements and contracts.
• Issues release to work orders.
• May serve as project leader.

Contract Specialist V

Performs highly advanced contract duties in direct support of agency transportation-related programs to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and/or monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

• Develops, writes, revises and/or prepares highly complex contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and reports.
• May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Contract Specialist IV: 4 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Contract Specialist V: 5 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM)
• Cert TX Contract Dev (CTCD)

Contract Specialist IV Competencies

• Contract development and oversight
• Contract negotiation, development and management methods
• Contract writing and specifications
• Contract administration/management systems
• Legal terminology
• Contract record-keeping
• Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information
• Research and analysis methodologies
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data

Contract Specialist V Competencies

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Persuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issues
• Monitoring contracts and procedures

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

Additional Conditions of Employment

• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.

Position Information

Advance Your Career in Contract Management with TxDOT! TxDOT’s Fort Worth District is searching for a Contract Specialist IV or V to join our District Maintenance Office in Fort Worth, TX. The District Maintenance team oversees a wide range of maintenance contracts and manages the district’s budget for contract services—ensuring our roadways remain safe, reliable, and well-maintained.

In this role, you’ll take on key responsibilities that directly impact project delivery and financial stewardship, including: reviewing change orders, monthly estimates, and contract documents for accuracy and compliance, assisting with budget monitoring and analysis to support district spending goals, providing training and guidance to inspectors and project staff on maintenance contract procedures and best practices.

This position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in contract administration while collaborating with maintenance professionals dedicated to keeping Texas moving safely and efficiently.

Join the TxDOT's Fort Worth District and take pride in shaping the quality, accountability, and performance of our maintenance operations!

Physical Work Location: 2501 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133

Annual Salary Ranges

• Contract Specialist VI: (B22) $57,614 - $93,138
• Contract Specialist V: (B24) $65,104 - $106,634

This position is for one (1) Contract Specialist IV or V. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Benefits And Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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)

Job

General Servs/Contracts/Purch

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Sep 23, 2026, 7:20:57 AM

State Job Title/s

Contract Specialist IV/V

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. Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes .

Applicant Information

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 Action of 1990.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants