TWDB 2603 Contract Developer Contract Specialist III

Overview

Performs highly complex (senior-level) contract management work. Work involves developing and evaluating a broad range of contracts and amendments. May train others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of the Contracts Department in the Procurement and Contract Services Division.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides professional and constructive support to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) staff outside of Procurement and Contract Services Division, offering clear guidance on contract administration, policies, and procedures.
• Supports TWDB staff in initiating or amending contracts with external parties, providing a consistent outcome for both those new to contracting and those with extensive experience.
• Drafts and reviews contracts, amendments, and solicitation documents to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Adheres to work schedules, follows procedures with respect to leave / out of office and submits accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
• Completes assigned work reliably, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors, seeking input and approvals where appropriate but working with minimal supervision while still delivering consistent, high quality work.
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure contract compliance.
• Tracks contract status and deliverables using agency systems.
• Supports contract-related meetings and maintains documentation.
• Ensures adherence to state procurement policies and procedures.
• Maintains organized contract records and supports reporting needs.
• Manages the Procurement and Contract Services Division's pending work log and tasks.
• Assists in the development of bid evaluation scoring instruments.
• Monitors legal and regulatory requirements related to contracting.
• Coordinates the risk assessment process for contract monitoring and planning.
• Coordinates and facilitates procurement-related meetings such as kick-off and pre-proposal meetings, post-award conferences, team briefings, and evaluation scorings.
• Conducts needs assessments to determine requirements for the purchase of goods or services.
• Provides input regarding the cancellation of contracts when deviations occur.
• Prepares specifications for requests for bids.
• Resolves audit exceptions by defining causes of errors and recommending appropriate dispositions.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency's records retention procedures and schedule.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position, including attending mandatory training courses.
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Additional Information

All interested candidates should apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system. First time applicants will need to create an account at https : / / tinyurl.com / CAPPS-Login in the CAPPS online application system at https : / / tinyurl.com / CAPPS-Jobs. Please visit our job opportunities page at https : / / tinyurl.com / How-to-Apply-in-CAPPS for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board, Stephen F. Austin Building

1700 North Congress Ave., Room 670, Austin, Texas 78701

Please contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.

Phone : (512) 475-2142

Email : HR(AT)twdb.texas.gov

Compensation : $4,591-$4,591

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