Telework-Eligible Complex Procurement Specialist IV

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission seeks a Contract Specialist IV to manage procurement and contracting activities within the Consolidated 2 Purchasing department. This role develops solicitation documents, evaluates proposals, and coordinates timelines under minimal supervision.

The position emphasizes compliance with state laws, coordination with program staff, and ensuring timely procurement processes. Telework may be possible; full-time, day shift, in Austin, Texas.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in purchasing, solicitation development, contract management or related fields.
• Experience with Texas procurement is a plus.
• CTCD certification or enrollment within 6 months of hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and track solicitation and contract documents ensuring compliance throughout the procurement cycle.
• Coordinate solicitation timelines with program staff to support agency priorities.
• Ensure procurements comply with state purchasing laws and HHSC policies.
• Monitor correspondence and action items to facilitate timely responses and issue resolution.
• Represent PCS in meetings related to procurements and maintain procurement files.

Skills

Purchasing regulations

Contract management

Project coordination

Communication

MS Word & Excel

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission seeks a Contract Specialist IV to manage procurement and contracting activities within the Consolidated 2 Purchasing department. This role develops solicitation documents, evaluates proposals, and coordinates timelines under minimal supervision.

The position emphasizes compliance with state laws, coordination with program staff, and ensuring timely procurement processes. Telework may be possible; full-time, day shift, in Austin, Texas.