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(Temporary) Contract Management Specialist II
$69k-90k (estimate)
Temporary | Public Administration
1 Week Ago
City of Austin is Hiring a (Temporary) Contract Management Specialist II Near Austin, TX
Position Information
Posting Title
(Temporary) Contract Management Specialist II
Job Requisition Number
COA091698
Position Number
T77502
Job Type
Full-Time
Division Name
Economic Development Admin
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.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
None.
Notes to Applicants
TEMPOPARY – Contract Management Specialist II (NO BENEFITS)
JOBPREVIEW:
The City of Austin Economic Development Department is hiring for Contract Management Specialist (Temporary). This role will focus on performing contract initiation; managing contracts for effectiveness; monitoring budgeted amounts; processing contract modifications; performing contract closure; managing contractor and subcontractor performance for compliance to contractor terms and collecting and summarizing information regarding contractor performance for reporting to management and team members.
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
JOBPREVIEW:
The City of Austin Economic Development Department is hiring for Contract Management Specialist (Temporary). This role will focus on performing contract initiation; managing contracts for effectiveness; monitoring budgeted amounts; processing contract modifications; performing contract closure; managing contractor and subcontractor performance for compliance to contractor terms and collecting and summarizing information regarding contractor performance for reporting to management and team members.
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
The City of Austin employment application is an official document. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history.
- Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
- A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates.
- A résumé is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
- A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.
If you are selected as a top candidate:
- Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
- And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
Pay Range
$26.26 – $31.45
Hours
Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Core Business Hours)
Effective January 1, 2024, non-executive staff eligible to telework must be in the office for at least 50% of their schedule within a two (2) week period.
Effective January 1, 2024, non-executive staff eligible to telework must be in the office for at least 50% of their schedule within a two (2) week period.
Job Close Date
05/20/2024
Type of Posting
External
Department
Economic Development
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
5202 E Ben White Blvd Suite 400, Austin, TX 78741
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with:
- Contract initiation;
- Managing contracts for effectiveness;
- Monitoring budgeted amounts;
- Processing contract modifications;
- Performing contract closure;
- Managing contractor and subcontractor performance for compliance to contract terms and conditions by monitoring contractor performance; and
- Collecting and summarizing information regarding contractor performance for reporting to management and team members.
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- Supervision 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
Criminal Background Investigation
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Temporary
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
SALARY
$69k-90k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/10/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/08/2024
WEBSITE
austintexas.gov
HEADQUARTERS
AUSTIN, TX
SIZE
7,500 - 15,000
FOUNDED
1999
TYPE
Private
CEO
STEVE ADLER
REVENUE
$1B - $3B
INDUSTRY
Public Administration
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