Analyst- Contracts Oversight

4 weeks ago

Austin, United States Legislative Budget Board Full time
Salary : $50,000.00 Annually

Location : Austin, TX

Job Type: Full time Regular Employment

Job Number: 20240808-CO-78

Team: Contracts Oversight

Opening Date: 08/08/2024

General Information

**Minimum salary is listed. Actual salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience**.

The State of Texas awards billions of dollars of contracts every year, many of which directly impact the lives of Texans. The Contracts Oversight Team provides legislative oversight of those contracts and the State's procurement activities. Contracts Oversight Analysts monitor and review contracts to ensure adherence to procurement rules and best practices. Additionally, Analysts assist in the legislative and budget process as needed.

The position reports to the Contracts Oversight Manager and works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Conduct contract reviews to determine compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Analyze large data sets to identify high-risk contracts and formulate appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
  • Develop procedures and tools to measure and monitor agencies' performance and compliance. Identify potential topics for future review.
  • Evaluate operations and outcomes in light of legislative intent and industry best practices.
  • Maintain expert knowledge in state procurement laws, rules, and best practices.
  • Present and explain findings to LBB management, legislative committees, and others.
  • Write and edit reports that are suitable for publication.
  • Prepare fiscal impact estimates for proposed bills and resolutions during the legislative session.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with other LBB analysts on budget, performance, and revenue issues, as appropriate.
  • Communicate with state agencies to assist with required contract reporting.
  • Contribute to agency projects and perform related work as assigned.
Essential Attributes and Skills
  • Think critically, take initiative and use good judgment.
  • Communicate professionally in writing and orally (including presentations in formal and informal settings).
  • Create timely, relevant, accurate, and polished work products.
  • Use business tools successfully (i.e. Microsoft Office, internet browsers, email, customized applications, desktop pc, laptop/tablet, and smart phone).
  • Analyze, synthesize, and summarize quantitative and qualitative information. Identify alternatives and make recommendations supported with evidence.
  • Maintain confidential and sensitive information and follow agency protocols.
  • Understand the legislative and budget processes.
  • Work at a computer and desk for extended periods.
Attributes Required of Every LBB Employee
  • Embrace agency mission/core values and follow policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Work effectively with LBB management and staff, as well as all external customers.
  • Coordinate, collaborate, and employ good interpersonal skills; demonstrate positive outlook.
  • Balance concurrent projects, work under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities/deadlines.
  • Act with motivation, organization, and attention to details; complete tasks with an appropriate level of independence.
  • Be punctual and have regular attendance.
  • Work overtime on nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary to meet agency deadlines.

Education and Experience
  • Graduation with a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university is required.
  • Earned graduate degree is preferred.
  • Advanced experience with Excel (formulas, Pivot tables, macros) and Tableau (data visualizations) is preferred.
  • Experience developing, administering, managing, or overseeing complex contracts or purchases is preferred.
  • Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Management (CTCM) certification is preferred. Opportunities to obtain certification will be provided.
  • Course-work or degree in public policy or administration, program evaluation, quantitative/qualitative research, educational measurement/research, financial affairs, accounting, academic affairs, legal research or a related field is preferred.
  • Two years of progressively responsible full-time work experience in a relevant policy area is preferred.

Supplemental Information

To apply for this position, you may apply directly through the posting selected on our website, which will redirect you to NeoGov or go to website . Human Resources will not be able to retrieve your credentials or reset your password. Only on-line applications will be accepted via NeoGov.Examples of an applicant's work product and/or copies of transcripts may be required as condition of interview. Finalist may be given a work-related exercise. The person hired may be required to submit official transcripts. Credentials earned at foreign colleges and/or universities must have been evaluated by an acceptable entity and must be equivalent to credentials awarded by U.S. regionally accredited institutions of higher education.

The person hired may not simultaneously be employed by the Legislative Budget Board (LBB) and another state agency or Texas public institution of public/higher education. Any job offer from the LBB is contingent upon proof of eligibility/authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis and proof of compliance with the Selective Service Law for males between the ages of 18 and 25.

LBB is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or in the provision of services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to LBB Human Resources at .

Employees fo the Legislative Budget Board are entitled to all State employee benefits which include paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Employees Retirement System of Texas handles most of the state employee benefits. Visit their website: for detailed information about those benefits.

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