FCS Contract Specialist IV
Texas Health and Human Services, Austin, TX, United States
Date: Apr 13, 2026
Location: AUSTIN, TX
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.
Functional Title:
FCS Contract Specialist IV
Job Title:
Contract Specialist IV
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
TitleV ChildSalaries&Operating
Posting Number:
15848
Closing Date:
04/27/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Office and Administrative Support
Salary Range:
$4,801.16 - $7,761.50
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Salary Group:
TEXAS-B-22
Shift:
Day
Telework:
(optionally)
Travel:
Up to 35%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt
Job Location City:
AUSTIN
Job Location Address:
4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)
Perform written and oral communication with contractors as the single point of contact for all contractual accountability activities between the State and contractors. Facilitate and ensure delivery of financial and programmatic technical assistance and training. Coordinate resolution of contractor issues, initiate all contract amendments (including terminations) and sanctions, obtain approval of amendments/sanctions with appropriate FCS managers, communicate impact of changes to appropriate contractor and FCS staff, and ensure implementation and resolution of contract sanctions. Ensure all contract closeout activities are performed according to HHSC policy. (25%)
Act as the subject matter expert for FCS procurements, develop, review and revise multi‑million dollar competitive and renewal Request for Proposal (RFP) documents, Open Enrollments, and other types of procurements for client services contracts in the FCS section. Write and edit procurement documents using HHSC‑approved tools, and ensure that competitive procurements meet HHSC procurement requirements, standards and timelines. Collaborate with FCS program subject matter experts on the inclusion of program‑specific information for the procurement documents, and the development of review criteria and review tools. Work closely with FCS program staff, Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS), budget, legal and management to ensure that contracts resulting from competitive procurements contain appropriate program and legal requirements, and are completed in a timely manner. (20%)
Complete on‑site visits with assigned contractors to ensure appropriate contractor performance and to build relationships with contractor and regional staff. (20%)
Complete analysis of contractor performance by synthesizing contractor expenditure data, performance reports, quality management reports, technical assistance and training documentation, and other pertinent data as it relates to contractor performance. Communicate the results and recommend actions on a routine basis to program staff as appropriate. (15%)
Develop training materials and presentations to management and staff related to procurement and contracting requirements. Serve as subject matter expert on assigned workgroups. (5%)
Prepare management reports, correspondence and other materials on FCS client service contracts. (5%)
Develop policies and procedures related to procurement and contracting activities for FCS. Provide guidance to staff in the development and integration of new methods and procedures. Assist with audit activities. (5%)
Other duties as assigned. (5%)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of public health practice and of the laws and ordinances governing public health operations.
Knowledge of public administration and management techniques.
Knowledge of community health care delivery needs and barriers to care among diverse Texas populations.
Knowledge of contract management theory and practice including personnel and financial management, process improvement, and quality management.
Knowledge of contracting and procurement regulations, of developing contracts, and of policies and procedures of contract management.
Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.
Skill in editing documents.
Skill in analyzing, evaluating and solving work problems and implementing effective solutions.
Skill in training and group leadership methods.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems.
Ability to foster relationships with internal/external stakeholders, as well as intra and extra office staff.
Ability to prepare reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures.
Ability to develop complex procurement documents including RFPs and Open Enrollments.
Ability to interpret policies and procedures and health care regulations.
Ability to plan and organize short‑term and long‑range assignments and objectives.
Ability to work on legislative tasks.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or obtained within the first six months of employment.
Initial Screening Criteria
Work experience in public sector contract development, monitoring, contract management, or similar job functions.
2 years experience in the contract management life cycle.
2 years experience interpreting contract deliverables.
Preferred Criteria
Currently certified as a Certified Texas Contract Manager.
Experience working with current systems used including CAPPS Financial, SCOR, SharePoint.
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business need.
Nearest Major Market:
Austin
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Location: AUSTIN, TX
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.
Functional Title:
FCS Contract Specialist IV
Job Title:
Contract Specialist IV
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department:
TitleV ChildSalaries&Operating
Posting Number:
15848
Closing Date:
04/27/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Office and Administrative Support
Salary Range:
$4,801.16 - $7,761.50
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Salary Group:
TEXAS-B-22
Shift:
Day
Telework:
(optionally)
Travel:
Up to 35%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt
Job Location City:
AUSTIN
Job Location Address:
4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)
Perform written and oral communication with contractors as the single point of contact for all contractual accountability activities between the State and contractors. Facilitate and ensure delivery of financial and programmatic technical assistance and training. Coordinate resolution of contractor issues, initiate all contract amendments (including terminations) and sanctions, obtain approval of amendments/sanctions with appropriate FCS managers, communicate impact of changes to appropriate contractor and FCS staff, and ensure implementation and resolution of contract sanctions. Ensure all contract closeout activities are performed according to HHSC policy. (25%)
Act as the subject matter expert for FCS procurements, develop, review and revise multi‑million dollar competitive and renewal Request for Proposal (RFP) documents, Open Enrollments, and other types of procurements for client services contracts in the FCS section. Write and edit procurement documents using HHSC‑approved tools, and ensure that competitive procurements meet HHSC procurement requirements, standards and timelines. Collaborate with FCS program subject matter experts on the inclusion of program‑specific information for the procurement documents, and the development of review criteria and review tools. Work closely with FCS program staff, Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS), budget, legal and management to ensure that contracts resulting from competitive procurements contain appropriate program and legal requirements, and are completed in a timely manner. (20%)
Complete on‑site visits with assigned contractors to ensure appropriate contractor performance and to build relationships with contractor and regional staff. (20%)
Complete analysis of contractor performance by synthesizing contractor expenditure data, performance reports, quality management reports, technical assistance and training documentation, and other pertinent data as it relates to contractor performance. Communicate the results and recommend actions on a routine basis to program staff as appropriate. (15%)
Develop training materials and presentations to management and staff related to procurement and contracting requirements. Serve as subject matter expert on assigned workgroups. (5%)
Prepare management reports, correspondence and other materials on FCS client service contracts. (5%)
Develop policies and procedures related to procurement and contracting activities for FCS. Provide guidance to staff in the development and integration of new methods and procedures. Assist with audit activities. (5%)
Other duties as assigned. (5%)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of public health practice and of the laws and ordinances governing public health operations.
Knowledge of public administration and management techniques.
Knowledge of community health care delivery needs and barriers to care among diverse Texas populations.
Knowledge of contract management theory and practice including personnel and financial management, process improvement, and quality management.
Knowledge of contracting and procurement regulations, of developing contracts, and of policies and procedures of contract management.
Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.
Skill in editing documents.
Skill in analyzing, evaluating and solving work problems and implementing effective solutions.
Skill in training and group leadership methods.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems.
Ability to foster relationships with internal/external stakeholders, as well as intra and extra office staff.
Ability to prepare reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures.
Ability to develop complex procurement documents including RFPs and Open Enrollments.
Ability to interpret policies and procedures and health care regulations.
Ability to plan and organize short‑term and long‑range assignments and objectives.
Ability to work on legislative tasks.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or obtained within the first six months of employment.
Initial Screening Criteria
Work experience in public sector contract development, monitoring, contract management, or similar job functions.
2 years experience in the contract management life cycle.
2 years experience interpreting contract deliverables.
Preferred Criteria
Currently certified as a Certified Texas Contract Manager.
Experience working with current systems used including CAPPS Financial, SCOR, SharePoint.
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business need.
Nearest Major Market:
Austin
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