Contract Management Specialist II

Job Description:

Contract Management Specialist II

Description

About This Position

Job Description:

Contract Management Specialist II

Purpose:

Under general supervision, performs contract compliance activities for assigned contracts or grants.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Performs spot buying by placing orders off of existing contracts and by soliciting and awarding informal quotes (per Central Purchasing policy limitations).

Prepares for bid process by gathering contract requirements from designated departmental liaisons, deciding appropriate commodities or scope of work to include on a contract bid, recommending and preparing effective supplemental terms and conditions, specifications and drafting purchase documents for bid.

Develops and maintains contract database(s) spreadsheets and/or other contract management software tools. Enters data into the system of record and generates approval documents to support purchases. Establishes budgeted base and resolves variances. Submits and/or coordinates submission of requisitions, evaluates bid files and prepares recommendations for award.

Develops and manages requirements for contracts or grants for effectiveness by monitoring budgeted amounts to expended amount and/or contract's dollar balance and time remaining, recommending whether to extend an existing contract or prepare for a new bid process, processing contract modifications and performing contract releasing activities.

Manages contractor and subcontractor performance for compliance to contract terms and conditions by monitoring contractor performance which includes but not limited to inspecting product to ensure compliance with specifications, preparing and discussing contractor performance evaluations with the contractor and/or departmental liaison, and resolving contractual issues.

Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information regarding contractor performance, supply chain effectiveness, contract expenditures, purchase history, etc., for reporting to management, team members and customers.

Monitors supply chain by reviewing status of selected materials, identifying problems and recommending and/or implementing solutions. Coordinating product demonstrations.

Provides technical and contractual assistance by developing, advertising, coordinating and conducting workshops, training sessions and orientation sessions.

Conducts and/or coordinates site visits to educate contractors and subcontractors about contract requirements, to conduct interviews with contract workers, to obtain payroll records for audit purposes and/or to inspect products to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of contract law, contracting practices regulations, policies and techniques.
  
• Knowledge of contract language, terms, conditions etc.
  
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
  
• Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
  
• Skill in oral and written communication.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  
• Skill in planning and organizing.
  
• Ability to evaluate contractor performance.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
  
• Ability to write specific terms or conditions for contracts.
  
• Ability to resolve non-complex contractual problems.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business Administration, Public Administration or other relevant field, plus two (2) years of related experience.
  
• Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience monitoring or managing social services and public health programs.
  
• Experience evaluating grantee pay requests using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  
• Experience resolving conflicts with grantees and stakeholders.
  
• Experience managing multiple projects with contract variances and overlapping deadlines.
  
• Experience communicating compliance issues, and the required corrections, using written communications and reports.
  

Notes to Candidate:

Position Overview:

This position will monitor Austin Public Health Social Service Administration agreements to ensure grantee compliance with delivery and reporting requirements, reports monitoring results, and issues corrective action plans when needed.

Austin Public Health

• This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan . Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website .
  

Important Posting Information:

• This job posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the Job Posting Close Date listed.
  
• This posting is only required to stay open for 7 days and may close any time thereafter.
  

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Application Submission:

• A complete City of Austin employment application is required to apply. Please provide dates (month and year) for each job history entry. While a resume may be required, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  
• An assessment(s) may be administered as part of the interview process.
  

Electronic Notification to Applications:

Applicants will be notified via e-mail of important information regarding application status. Please ensure your email address and contact information is current and correct.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary Range is $56,070.00-$67,570.00
  
• This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, paid sick leave, vacation and personal time, and a retirement plan.
  

Physical Work Location:

• 7201 Levander Loop Austin, TX 78702
  

Hours:

• Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
  

**Hours may vary due to operational needs. Alternative schedule options are available, but this position requires 100% in office/ field work per week.

Immunization Requirement:

Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy.

Travel:

This position may require travel to multiple work locations.

Tobacco-free Workplace:

The City of Austin is a tobacco-free workplace. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any City of Austin worksite- including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in personal vehicles parked on the premises.

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Closing Date/Time: 2026-08-10