Contract Specialist II

1 month ago


El Paso, Texas, United States Health & Human Services Comm Full time
Job Description:

The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a highly skilled Contract Specialist II to join its Community Services (CS) team. As a key member of the Community Care Services Contracts (CCSC) Section, you will play a critical role in managing contracts for community care services programs.

This is a journey-level contract management position that requires strong analytical and communication skills. You will work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing and evaluating contracts for community care services programs
  • Providing orientation and technical assistance on program rules and policies to contractors
  • Negotiating and processing contracts and amendments
  • Conducting monitoring of contract performance, including service delivery and fiscal monitoring
  • Participating in State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH)
  • Developing and implementing corrective actions and/or sanctions
  • Investigating and validating individual, community, and department staff complaints relating to contract performance

You will also be responsible for:

  • Identifying training needs and assisting with the development of training materials
  • Providing guidance to contract or department staff to enhance performance, correct non-compliance issues, and improve quality of services to individuals
  • Carrying out special assignments as required by the unit manager

This position requires a strong understanding of contracting and procurement regulations, as well as business administration and accounting principles and practices. You must also have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

As a Contract Specialist II, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating with a team of professionals to achieve the mission of HHSC.

Requirements:

  • Journey-level knowledge of contracting and procurement regulations
  • 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
  • Ability to evaluate contracts and recommend continuation or termination of contracts, or adverse actions
  • 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

Preferred qualifications include experience in interpreting policies, rules, and regulations of state and/or federal laws, as well as experience with HHSC Community Care Services programs.

This is a full-time position that requires extensive travel and some overnight travel. You must have a valid driver's license to perform duties.

HHSC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at .

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

HHSC agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.



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