Senior Contract Specialist – Lead Negotiator

TSABAA; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is seeking a Contract Specialist V to lead advanced contract management from initiation through closeout for services and goods in the Administration division. The role requires coordinating across stakeholders, developing solicitations and amendments, and evaluating bidder information with strong negotiation skills.

The position emphasizes risk assessment, compliance with laws and regulations, and the ability to guide complex procurements while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent
• Three years of contract development/management experience in state government
• Experience evaluating, developing, and editing contract requirements
• Experience evaluating contract performance for conformity with requirements
• Willingness to work extra hours and travel up to 5%
• CTCM/CTCD certifications preferred or can obtain within six months
• Experience with CAPPS is preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs contract management from initiation to closeout for services and related goods.
• Manages all contract management work and communication with stakeholders.
• Develops solicitations, contracts, and amendments by identifying resources, evaluating bidders, and negotiating specifications.
• Manages contract renewals and extensions.
• Develops bid evaluation scoring instruments.
• Performs quality control reviews to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates and facilitates procurement-related meetings and evaluation scorings.
• Coordinates risk assessment activities for contract monitoring and planning.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Microsoft Office

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

CAPPS

Job description

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is seeking a Contract Specialist V to lead advanced contract management from initiation through closeout for services and goods in the Administration division. The role requires coordinating across stakeholders, developing solicitations and amendments, and evaluating bidder information with strong negotiation skills.

The position emphasizes risk assessment, compliance with laws and regulations, and the ability to guide complex procurements while