Remote Contract Specialist II – Up to 80% Travel

Texas Health and Human Services; Edinburg (TX); Remote; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Health insurance for employees

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Contract Specialist II to manage enrollment, maintenance, and monitoring of community care contracts in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with state rules, and guiding contractors while coordinating with internal HHSC teams. Telework options may be available and extensive travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Journey-level contract management experience in enrollment, maintenance and monitoring.
• Ability to interpret policies, regulations and contract requirements.
• Strong communication and analytical skills for contractor guidance and training.

Responsibilities

• Identify service providers and monitor contract performance and billing.
• Prepare, negotiate and manage contracts and amendments for community care programs.
• Conduct pre-monitoring activities and monitoring, including EVV review and data checks.
• Provide guidance on contract administration and training to staff and contractors.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Monitoring

Education

Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Contract Specialist II to manage enrollment, maintenance, and monitoring of community care contracts in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with state rules, and guiding contractors while coordinating with internal HHSC teams. Telework options may be available and extensive travel is expected.