Job/Position DescriptionContract Specialist IV - Under the supervision of the CMS Monitoring Branch Manager, provides support in contract management by participating in contracting activities such as contract quality management activities, extensive contract monitoring, and other contract management activities to support DSHS agency contracts. With minimal supervision, and with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, performs highly advanced, senior level, technical and consultative work assisting with the contract management activities from development to closeout within the Contract Management Section (CMS). Responsible for completing analysis of contractor performance by reviewing and tracking receipt of contractor performance reports, deliverables, monitoring events, and other pertinent data as it relates to contractor performance. Responsible for implementing goals and objectives; developing contract guidelines, policies, and procedures; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established performance measures; monitoring contract compliance with federal and state laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures. Provides guidance regarding contract administration policies and procedures to program staff, management, and other Department staff as appropriate. Provide technical assistance and assists with the close out of contracts. Provides high-quality customer service and interacts routinely with internal and external customers including program managers, staff, contractors, stakeholders, organizations, and other state agencies to ensure appropriate contractor performance according to contract terms. Essential Job FunctionsEssential Job Functions:Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.EJF 1. Performs the monitoring and maintenance of contract reporting and tracking databases, including detailed quality assurance and analysis of key contract requirements. Track the execution status of contracts and amendments, perform regular data analysis of contract information in the SCOR contracting system. Work with internal partners regularly to coordinate risk assessments, deliverable tracking, and confirmation of contract monitoring events post execution. Routine communication and follow up with internal and external partners to ensure contract compliance. Coordinate contract closeout activities including SCOR audit of all documentation, review of financial close out activities, and preparation of contract close out packet. Ensures all contract closeout activities are performed according to DSHS policy. Completes analysis of contractor performance by reviewing contractor expenditure data, performance reports, technical assistance and training documentation, and other pertinent data as it relates to contractor performance. (35%)EJF 2. Coordinates the risk assessment process for contract monitoring and planning. Facilitate collaborative meetings with Program and assigned contract manager (ACM) to determine monitoring events schedule and finalize monitoring plan. Coordinate monitoring reviews to encompass both financial and programmatic compliance. Performs SCOR audit and work with all pertinent parties to resolve identified issues outlining criteria/requirements/processes and recommending appropriate dispositions. (25%)EJF 3. Prepare highly professional management reports for contracts on a weekly basis, including special rep https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=615385 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.