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Job/Position DescriptionContract Specialist IVUnder the supervision of the Branch Manager, provides support in contract management and/or project management by participating in developing activities such as contract funding reviews, quality and project management activities, extensive contract/project monitoring, and other contract or project management activities. 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 oversight of the daily operations and contract or project management activities from development to closeout within the Contract Management Section (CMS). Responsible for completing analysis of contractor/vendor performance by reviewing expenditure data, performance reports, and other pertinent data as it relates to performance. Responsible for implementing goals and objectives; developing contract/project guidelines, policies, and procedures; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established performance measures; monitoring compliance with federal and state laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures, as applicable. Coordinates and implements changes as new federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and agency policies become effective. Provides guidance regarding contract/project administration policies and procedures to program staff, management, and other staff as appropriate. Monitorand#146;s contractor/vendor performance and expenditures, provide technical assistance and will assist with the close out of the contracts or projects. Provides high-quality customer service to external and internal customers by prompt responses to inquiries, taking the initiative to solve problems, exercising flexibility, and continuing to seek improvements. Interacts routinely with customers including program managers, staff, contractors, vendors, stakeholders, organizations, and other agencies to ensure appropriate contractor performance according to contract/project terms. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. 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 of and/or monitors contract/project performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms and policies. Responsible for reviewing the supporting documentation related to contract billing for eligibility, if applicable. Ensures appropriate tracking of contractor/vendor expenditures and performance data as well as appropriate contract/project reporting, if applicable. Completes analysis of contractor/vendor performance by reviewing expenditure data, performance reports, technical assistance and training documentation, and other pertinent data as it relates to contractor/vendor performance. Projectand#146;s expenditures to ensure appropriate use of funds. Communicates the results and recommends actions on a routine basis. (40%)EJF 2. Performs written and oral communication with contractors or project stakeholders. Assists with the delivery of financial and programmatic technical assistance and training, if necessary. Provides guidance to internal and external customers regarding contract/project administration, policies, and procedures. Identifies training need https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=597139 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.