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TxDOTContract Specialist I, II, III, and IV - Lufkin District Maintenance
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LocationUST-Texas-Lufkin-Lufkin District Headquarters
Work modeon-site
SeniorityMid
Experience1+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live10h ago
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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field (relevant work experience may substitute degree on a year per year basis)
Contract Specialist I: 1 YEAR in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting
Contract Specialist II: 2 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting
Contract Specialist III: 3 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting
Contract Specialist IV: 4 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting
Valid driver’s license
Considerable knowledge of applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications
Considerable knowledge of contract development and oversight
Considerable knowledge of contract record-keeping
Proficient skill in developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information
Proficient skill in public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups
Proficient skill in writing, reviewing and revising documents
Proficient skill in administrative support practices and procedures
Proficient skill in preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
Proficient skill in using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to exercise logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to make decisions that support business objectives and goals
Skills
applicable computer operating systems
relevant applications
programs
Benefits
Retirement plans
Flexible schedules
Paid leave
Holidays
Health insurance
On the job training
Tuition assistance
Wellness program
Career development
Family friendly policies
Make a Difference with the Lufkin District Maintenance Office
Are you looking for a career where your work has a direct impact on your community? The Lufkin District Maintenance Office is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team. In this role, you will help maintain and improve the transportation infrastructure that keeps Texas moving. From supporting roadway maintenance activities to assisting with emergency response efforts, your contributions will help ensure safe and reliable travel for the public. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, values safety, and enjoys being part of a team committed to public service. If you are dependable, hardworking, and ready to build a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply today.
Benefits
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
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Retirement Plans
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Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
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Paid Leave and Holidays
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Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
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On-the-Job Training
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Tuition Assistance Program
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Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
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Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
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Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and/or monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with division and district personnel. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
Essential Duties for a Contract Specialist I, II, III, and IV include:
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Assists in developing, writing or revising contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions.
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Audits payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms of contract and governmental contracting rules, regulations and procedures
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Conducts audits, researches and identifies problems with proposals, contracts, contractors or lettings and proposes solutions
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Coordinates start-work date ensuring all necessary materials will be available for the contractor
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Ensures contracts are payable and meet all legal requirements.
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Executes agreements and contracts
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Maintains, updates and compiles detailed data, reports, summaries, files, records, logs, statistics or specific contracts including procurement documents and revisions; writes routine and unique correspondence
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Prepares bid proposals including previous contracts, writing specifications, advertising notice to bid: contacting bid contractors; scheduling and conducting pre-construction/pre-bidding conferences and public bid openings
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Provides technical and administrative support to include reviewing, processing, answers questions, provides assistance and handles complaints and resolution of discrepancies and problems regarding contracts, billing, payments and warrant actions
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Reviews contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procurement documents, change orders, work orders, supplemental agreements, time extensions, acceptance testing and consultant qualifications
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Additional essential duties for a Contract Specialist II, III, and IV include:
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Assists with recommending policy and/or procedure changes
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Develops, writes, revises, or prepares contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and provisions, financial/statistical graphs and/or reports
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Assists in monitoring contractors’ insurance certificates
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Composes and transmits conditional award notices
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Reviews, interprets and clarifies statutes, regulations, standard policies to ensure compliance with department and governmental regulations
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Additional essential duties for a Contract Specialist III, and IV include:
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Analyzes, interprets legislation and coordinates the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulations
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Assists in researching and making recommendations concerning contract administration systems
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Assists with contract negotiations
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Research state and federal statutes and opinions, Department policies and previous contracts
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Reviews contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procurement documents, change orders, work orders, supplemental agreements, time extensions, acceptance testing and consultant qualifications
Additional essential duties for a Contract Specialist IV include:
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Acts as a consultant and provides technical assistance to plan, develop, implement, and monitor effective programs; researches and makes recommendations concerning contract administration systems
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Acts as a liaison with Regional Mobility Authorities, Metropolitan Planning Organizations, districts, divisions and other state Department of Transportation agencies concerning contract administration systems
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Analyzes, interprets legislation, statutes, federal regulations and coordinates the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department and governmental regulations
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Confers with legal staff and management on various legal matters; inspects and reviews contracts for compliance with certification requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
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Develops, writes, revises and/or prepares complex contracts, amendments, procedures, forms, related documents and financial/statistical graphs and reports.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
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Contract Specialist I: 1 YEAR in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting.
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Contract Specialist II: 2 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting
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Contract Specialist III: 3 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting
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Contract Specialist IV: 4 YEARS contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting
For all levels; (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
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Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
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Cert TX Contract Mgr (CTCM)
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Cert TX Contract Dev (CTCD)
Competencies:
Competencies for Contract Specialist I, II, III, and IV include:
Considerable knowledge of:
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Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications
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Contract development and oversight
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Contract record-keeping
Proficient skill in:
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Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information
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Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
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Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures
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Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, record meeting notes, record keeping and records management
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Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuations; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency
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Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Ability to:
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Communicate effectively
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Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Additional competencies for Contract Specialist II, III, and IV include:
Considerable knowledge of:
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Contract writing and specifications
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Contract administration/management systems
Proficient skill in:
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Monitoring contracts and procedures
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Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
Additional competencies for Contract Specialist III, and IV include:
Extensive knowledge of:
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Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications.
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Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures.
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Contract record-keeping.
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Contract billing procedures.
Expert skill in:
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Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area.
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Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management.
Additional competencies for Contract Specialist IV include:
Extensive knowledge of:
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Contract development and oversight.
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Contract negotiation, development and management methods
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Contract writing and specifications.
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Contract administration/management systems
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Applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
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Legal terminology.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
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Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
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Standing-prolonged periods of time
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Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers
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Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Hiring process
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
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