Food & Nutrition Contract Specialist — Procurement Expert

TSABAA; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

TSABAA in Austin, TX is seeking a Contract Specialist II–IV to manage contracts for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Food & Nutrition programs. The role covers development, negotiation, and administration of contracts and amendments, with emphasis on service delivery, fiscal oversight, and regulatory compliance.

Positions require a Bachelor’s Degree and procurement experience; CTCM/CTCD certifications must be obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; substitution allowed for limited experience.
• Two to four years of procurement/contract experience depending on level.
• Ability to obtain CTCM and CTCD within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and managing requisitions, solicitations, contracts, renewals, extensions, and amendments.
• Monitor contract performance, including service delivery and fiscal monitoring; handle billing reviews.
• Prepare and maintain contract documents; assist in contract administration best-practice policies and procedures.
• Provide technical assistance on regulatory compliance related to contracting and procurement for TDA F&N programs.
• Follow all agency policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

CTCM/CTCD within 6 months

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

TSABAA in Austin, TX is seeking a Contract Specialist II–IV to manage contracts for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Food & Nutrition programs. The role covers development, negotiation, and administration of contracts and amendments, with emphasis on service delivery, fiscal oversight, and regulatory compliance.

Positions require a Bachelor’s Degree and procurement experience; CTCM/CTCD certifications must be obtained within six months of hire.