Director of Contracting, Fiscal,

3 weeks ago


Austin, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Description:
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks highly qualified candidates to fill the role of Director of Contracting, Fiscal, and Data Management within the Family Clinical Services (FCS) Department of the Family Health Services Division. FCS is driven by the agency's mission to serve Texas and administers programs and initiatives that provide preventive and primary healthcare to Texans with a particular focus on women's health. FCS cultural values include collaboration communication, compassion, and integrity.

The Director performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work directing and overseeing all activities of the contract lifecycle, including procurements, contract management and monitoring, reporting, and quality assurance. In addition, the Director oversees a reimbursement and data team responsible for reviewing and processing contractor invoices, maintaining program- and contractor-level budgets, and making data-driven recommendations for funding allocations.

Reporting to the Associate Commissioner (AC) for FCS, the Director serves as a member of the FCS leadership team. The Director supervises the work of others, working under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position is a hybrid position based in Austin with telework available in accordance with agency policy.

The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment that emphasizes innovation through new ideas, striving for excellence by taking pride in their work, embracing differences as a source of strength, accomplishing more through partnership, leading by example, and learning for continuous improvement. Essential Job Functions:
(40%) Provides effective leadership, direction, and oversight of the FCS CFDM section. Uses established leadership strategies to provide guidance and direction to staff, including supervising the work of others and managing teams. Develops program goals, strategies, and initiatives for the FCS CFDM section in accordance with HHSC mission, vision and goals. Identifies initiatives and works with department and division leadership to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of contracting, fiscal, and data management work. Ensures consistent, high-quality, and timely work. Recognizes and escalates issues appropriately. Upholds FCS cultural values.

(30%) Manages and coordinates day-to-day FCS contracting administration, management, and oversight. Oversees fiscal and data activities, including reviewing and approving proposed funding methodologies and budgets. Provides guidance and technical assistance for complex contracting, fiscal, and data issues. Establishes program performance measures in alignment with HHSC strategic goals and program mission and vision. Identifies, develops and implements data-driven continuous quality improvement to effectively perform unit responsibilities.

(20%) Directs, plans, and assigns work and supervises section staff and operations. Provides direct reports with clear direction and information on responsibilities and work performance expectations. Performs timely performance evaluations. Recommends appropriate personnel actions in compliance with HHS HR policies. Ensures staff development and training. Routinely and effectively communicates leadership decisions to staff regarding relevant departmental and division activities.

(10%) Develops and maintains working relationships with agency staff, executive and senior leadership, program grantees, stakeholders, and the public. Represents FCS at business meetings, seminars, conferences, panels, workgroups, legislative meetings and committees as required. Leads or serves on workgroups as requested. Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations relevant to health and human services programs and the Texas health and human services system.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
Knowledge of procurement processes and best practices.
Knowledge of contract negotiation strategies and techniques and contract administration and monitoring for large-scope or high-dollar contracts.

Skill in planning, organizing, and managing a team.
Skill in assessing risk and developing actionable contingency plans.
Skill in using independent judgment to evaluate problems and make good decisions and recommendations.
Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Skill in handling multiple assignments, prioritizing, and delegating to meet deadlines.

Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
Ability to interpret complex data, offer relevant insights, and make actionable recommendations.
Ability to adapt to changing conditions and direction.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
Ability to perform well under pressure.
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.

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