Contract Specialist

As the Contract Specialist you will perform complex contract management work in support of the division. You will work directly with internal and external stakeholders involving procurement of mission-critical goods and services.

Who You Will Be Working With

As one of the United States’ premier state military organizations, this Texas State agency provides the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities both domestically and internationally. The Adjutant General of Texas, the state’s senior military official appointed by the governor, leads them and prompts coordination with the Texas Army National Guard, the Texas Air National Guard, the Texas State Guard, and the Domestic Operations Task Force. They are customer service-oriented and works to serve and protect Texas communities.

Major Duties

• Manage complex contracts, including preparing Statements of Work (SOW), specifications, and awarding and monitoring contracts .
• Draft and maintain procurement and contract documents; oversees records of purchases and deliveries.
• Monitor legal and regulatory requirements for purchasing and contracts; ensures compliance.
• Coordinate with program requesters and staff to resolve procurement and contract issues.
• Prepare and review Pricing Requests, IFBs, RFPs, RFOs, and RFQs.
• Conduct vendor research, monitors performance, and manage inquiries regarding requisitions and deliveries.
• Expedite Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) requisitions as
  
  

What are we looking for?

• State of Texas experience with procurement .
• Experience handling contracts from beginning to end process.
• Valid CTCM/CTCD preferred
• Knowledge of CAPPS Financials, USAS, or similar financial systems that support procurement or contract administration activities is preferred
  
  

Exciting Opportunity Details

• Rate: $31 .00 per hour
• Assignment Length : ~ 5 -month contract assignment
• Days/Hours: Monday – Friday (Standard business hours)
• Location: Austin, TX 78703 (Onsite)
  
  

The Peak Performers Difference

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Our employees may participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities receive priority placement.
• We pay weekly through direct deposit.
• In business since 1994, our relationships span more than 27 years and thousands of job placements.
  
  

All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.

Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Peak Performers does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

Custom Job ID: 25-BM928

Onsite