Contract Specialist II

Contract Specialist II The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks highly qualified candidates to fill the Contract Specialist II position with Community Services (CS), Community Care Services (CCS), Community Care Services Contracts (CCSC) Section.
HHSC is driven by its mission statement “We Serve Texas.
” The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment that emphasizes fidelity to our mission, collegiality to internal and external stakeholders, nurturing talent within our team, open and transparent communication, and agility to adapt quickly to challenges and changes.
This position performs complex (journey-level) contract management work including contract enrollment, maintenance, and monitoring.
Work involves developing and evaluating a broad range of contracts.
Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Provides orientation and technical assistance on program rules and policies to contractors.
Develops, negotiates, and processes contracts and amendments for community care services programs.
Conducts monitoring of contract performance including service delivery and fiscal monitoring.
Participates in State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH).
Develops, implements, and monitors corrective actions and/or sanctions.
Investigates and validates individual, community and department staff complaints relating to contract performance.
Interprets and clarifies standards, policies and procedures to improve program operation and performance.
Reviews contractor billings and resolves billing rejections, problems, and/or issues.
This position handles relatively complex contract applications and assist with projects.
This position provides information and technical assistance to contract staff.
Identifies training needs, assists with development of training materials and may provide guidance to contract or department staff to enhance performance, correct non-compliance issues, provide consistency and improve quality of services to individuals.
This position will carry out special assignments as required by the unit manager.
May be assigned additional duties.
Essential Job Functions: Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills Abilities: Journey level knowledge of contracting and procurement regulations, of negotiating contracts, of developing contracts, of business administration and accounting principles and practices, and of policies and procedures of contract management.
Knowledge of contract enrollment and maintenance procedures, regulations and policies.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding contract enrollment, maintenance and administration.
Knowledge of community care services programs, policies, rules and regulations.
Skill in managing multiple priorities and projects and meeting tight deadlines.
Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Skill in formulating written communication for various audiences.
Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.
Ability to evaluate contracts and recommend continuation or termination of contracts, or adverse actions; to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations regarding contract enrollment.
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts.
Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
Ability to problem solve and mediate.
Ability to write and edit contract requirements and specifications and to negotiate features of a contract.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to provide guidance to others.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Registration or Licensure Requirements: Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).
Certification completion required between sixth (6th) and twelfth (12th) month of employment.
Initial Selection Criteria: Experience in interpreting policies, rules and regulations of State and/or Federal laws.
Experience with HHSC Community Care Services programs.
Experience in making decisions based upon interpretation of federal and state laws.
Full-time work experience in the health and human services field preferred.
Experience in contract management and monitoring preferred.
Additional Information: Office location is San Antonio, Texas with possible option of Telework.
Contract specialist duties will require extensive travel and some overnight travel.
Employees must have a valid driver license to perform duties.
Applicants may not have a history of substantiated fraudulent activity against HHSC or any programs it administers.
In compliance with the American Disability Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
HHS agencies use E-Verify.
You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
MOS Code: 36B, 51C, LS, LSS, SK, 3044, 6C0X1 All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position.
For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.
sao.
texas.
gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.
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You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.