TCEQ - Contract Specialist III

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107239andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionAre you an experienced Contract Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency? Join TCEQ! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state's public health and natural resources.Note: To determine qualifications, TCEQ job postings require fully completed applications with a detailed job history. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. See below for more details. YOUR FUTURE TEAMAs part of TCEQ's Office of Water, you would contribute to ensuring clean and available water and protecting Texas' water resources. See details about what we do.This position is a member of our Water Quality Planning Division. HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BE DOINGProvide contract management support for the Water Quality Planning (WQP) Division of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).Review and and monitor invoices for contracts; checking for accuracy, completeness and compliance. Resolve discrepancies by defining causes and recommending appropriate corrective actions. Assist the budget analyst with tracking encumbrances and payments in the state accounting system.Develop highly complex solicitations, contracts and amendments and serve as a liaison with other agency staff (Office of Legal Services, Financial Administration Division, and other TCEQ Divisions) on the development of contracts and grants, including amendments, changes, and modifications. Maintain tracking spreadsheets and enter information into CAPPS for contracts and grants. Ensure information is accurate and up-to-date and produce documents and reports.Serve as a liaison with contract providers including coordinating and facilitating contract-related meetings. Train junior staff and provide highly complex technical assistance and guidance. REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCEGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus one year of fulltime experience in contracting or purchasing.ORFive years of full-time experience in contracting or purchasing. Note: Must obtain the Texas Contract Manager Certification (CTCM) within twelve (12) months of hire date. How to Apply:To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Recruit (TAM).Applications must be fully completed with a job history, including job title, employment dates (mo./yr.), full-time or part-time and hours per week, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and detailed description of duties performed. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.We strongly encourage all candidates to apply in the CAPPS Online Application system. TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORK: See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above. Work ScheduleStandard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Individual and work group schedule determined by the TCEQ Water Quality Planning Division. BENEFITSOptional 401(k) and 457 plansInsurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSAPaid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observesProfessional development opportunitiesLongevity pay based on your number of years working for the stateWellness Program and ActivitiesOnsite Nurse Practitioner in HQWork-Life Balance CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTTCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.In compliance with A A, if you need accommodation during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102. MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODESMilitary Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/. Please click the hyperlink under `Occupational Category' for the respective Class Title. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.