Senior Contract Manager, Public Health Programs

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

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services seeks a Contract Specialist V to lead complex contracting efforts in the CMS. You will manage RFP development, evaluation, and budget processes while ensuring compliance and quality across contracts.

The role requires advanced contract knowledge, stakeholder coordination, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced public health environment. Austin-based full-time position with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with contracting activities such as RFP development and evaluation.
• Ability to coordinate budget reviews and funding allocations.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities for cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of contracting activities including RFPs, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
• Coordinate budget reviews and negotiations of budgets and performance measures.
• Monitor contractor performance, expenditures, and compliance with terms.

Skills

Contract management

Budget review

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services seeks a Contract Specialist V to lead complex contracting efforts in the CMS. You will manage RFP development, evaluation, and budget processes while ensuring compliance and quality across contracts.

The role requires advanced contract knowledge, stakeholder coordination, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced public health environment. Austin-based full-time position with strong benefits.