TWDB - 26-03: Contract Developer (Contract Specialist III)

Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking a highly skilled individual to perform complex contract management work. This role involves developing and evaluating a broad range of contracts and amendments, providing professional support to TWDB staff, and ensuring compliance with state procurement policies. The position requires a proactive approach, with considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative. The successful candidate will report to the Manager of the Contracts Department in the Procurement and Contract Services Division.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Three years of relevant work experience in contract development, negotiations, monitoring, management, invoicing, or payment processing.
• Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or ability to obtain certification within six months after hire date.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD).
• Experience in contracting, procurement, accounting, bookkeeping, budgeting, and/or preparing financial statements.
• Experience with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Python or other scripting languages for Document Automation.
• Contracting experience for the State of Texas or other governmental entity using the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).
• Experience with State and/or Federal grants and grant programs.
• Familiarity with TWDB agency programs, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional and constructive support to TWDB staff on contract administration, policies, and procedures.
• Supports staff in initiating or amending contracts with external parties.
• Drafts and reviews contracts, amendments, and solicitation documents.
• Adheres to work schedules and submits accurate timesheets by deadlines.
• Completes assigned work reliably and with minimal supervision.
• Coordinates with stakeholders to ensure contract compliance.
• Tracks contract status and deliverables using agency systems.
• Supports contract-related meetings and maintains documentation.
• Ensures adherence to state procurement policies.
• Maintains organized contract records and supports reporting needs.
• Manages the pending work log and tasks of the Procurement and Contract Services Division.
• Assists in the development of bid evaluation scoring instruments.
• Monitors legal and regulatory requirements related to contracting.
• Coordinates the risk assessment process for contract monitoring.
• Facilitates procurement-related meetings.
• Conducts needs assessments for the purchase of goods or services.
• Provides input regarding the cancellation of contracts.
• Prepares specifications for requests for bids.
• Resolves audit exceptions and maintains confidential information.
• Ensures files are maintained and disposed of according to retention procedures.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses.
• May operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending
• Flexible work alternatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree