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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Contract Administration Mgr I in Austin, Texas
Job/Position Description100 PERCENT REMOTE WORK AVAILABLEThe Contract Administration Manager I (CAM I) reports to the director of Information Technology Contract Management and Oversight section; however, the CAM I receives direction from a team lead position classified as a Contract Administration Manager II (CAM II).This position performs advanced (senior-level) contract administration work that includes the execution and administration of contracts that are very large in scope, have a high degree of complexity, and have a total contract value which typically exceeds $10 million.Work involves developing, negotiating, executing, evaluating, and monitoring contracts. Work involves providing technical support for a wide range of information technology contracts.The position coordinates quality assurance activities. The position develops and reviews statements of work, including specifications, key performance measures, and special terms and conditions for the development of new or amended contracts.Ensures Information Technology (IT) management understands and authorizes the contract terms. Obtains approval from Contracting Services and Finance for purchases. Leads negotiation strategies, prepares contract documents, and performs quality assurance activities to ensure policy compliance in processing of IT contracts.Renders opinions and advice regarding drafting and administering contracts and provides technical assistance in the development of contracts or amendments based on provider resources, services required, information supplied by bidders, and related procurement specifications.Coordinates with Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) and Health and Human Services (HHS) system agencies regarding contract procurement and execution activities.Interprets federal regulations, state statute, agency administrative rules, and policies. Conducts reviews of contractor invoicing, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with contract terms and department policies and processes.Verifies that contractors are meeting HHSC's performance expectations and mitigates concerns. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Essential Job Functionsand#149; (20 percent) Works with the customer and IT staff to provide guidance for the completion of business case and use case documentation for clear and concise inclusion in Request for Offer (RFO)-related documents. Serves as a liaison between HHS agency leadership, division leadership, contractors, stakeholders, HHSC PCS, and customers. Develops, executes, and manages complex IT contracts not to exceed $10 million, providing a broad range of services across multiple organizational departments, including the development of strategies and goals for administration of IT contracts. Coordinates the investigation and resolution of discrepancies, complaints, or disputes by negotiating settlement agreements or by canceling or terminating contracts as needed or upon request. Provides input on contract budgets and budget allocations for proposed contract agreements, collaborates with the team lead (CAM II) and management to coordinate and monitor budget allocations, and offers proposed alternatives when appropriate. Reviews and analyzes legislation related to purchasing, including tracking legislative bills and assisting with bill analysis. Works with agency procurement staff to prepare for vendor conferences. Works https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=596485 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.