Senior Contract Manager - Hybrid (Public Health)

Texas Department of State Health Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of State Health Services seeks a Contract Specialist V in Austin to lead contracting activities from RFP development through closeout. You will oversee budgets, monitor performance, and coordinate with program staff and vendors.

This role requires compliance with state and federal rules and strong analytical capabilities. Candidates should excel in written and verbal communication, have programmatic contracting experience, and be able to manage multiple tasks in a

Qualifications

• Experience with contract development, solicitations, requisitions, monitoring and finance.
• Ability to write and edit contract requirements and specifications.
• Ability to interpret policies and develop operating procedures for contract management.
• Ability to evaluate contractor performance and provide recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead contracting activities from RFP development to closeout.
• Manage contract budgets and allocations; negotiate revisions and performance measures.
• Monitor contractor performance, expenditures, and compliance with terms.
• Communicate with contractors and program staff as the single point of contact.

Skills

Contract management

Budget oversight

Vendor coordination

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Policy interpretation

Leadership

Education

Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)

Tools

Word

Excel

Contract management systems

Job description

The Texas Department of State Health Services seeks a Contract Specialist V in Austin to lead contracting activities from RFP development through closeout. You will oversee budgets, monitor performance, and coordinate with program staff and vendors.

This role requires compliance with state and federal rules and strong analytical capabilities. Candidates should excel in written and verbal communication, have programmatic contracting experience, and be able to manage multiple tasks in a