Senior Contract Manager - Grants & Compliance (Telework Eligible)

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Telework eligible

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Contract Specialist V to lead contract management and grant oversight within the Family Support Services division. The role requires detailed analytics of contractor performance and coordination with program staff and procurement teams.

This senior position emphasizes fiscal accountability, budget monitoring, and effective communication. Telework eligibility and a strong benefits package accompany the responsibilities for large-scale

Qualifications

• Experience with contract management and grant oversight.
• Ability to analyze contractor performance using expenditure data and reports.
• Strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to supervise others.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract management and monitor contractor performance.
• Oversee grant budgets and funding allocations.
• Provide technical assistance and training to staff and grantees.
• Manage large-scale grant/contract projects for the FSS division.
• Ensure compliance with laws and policies.

Skills

Contract management

Budget oversight

Communication

Project leadership

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Contract Specialist V to lead contract management and grant oversight within the Family Support Services division. The role requires detailed analytics of contractor performance and coordination with program staff and procurement teams.

This senior position emphasizes fiscal accountability, budget monitoring, and effective communication. Telework eligibility and a strong benefits package accompany the responsibilities for large-scale