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Description
WHO WE ARE:
The Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity St., Austin, TX in the VR Contract Administration department.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
WHO YOU ARE:
The ideal candidate shares our department mission to ensure that the Contract Administration Services contract development, contract management, monitoring, and other contract development is done ethically, transparently, impartially, and professionally. We strive to ensure that program services are conducted with the best outcome for the customer and the State in mind.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Contract Specialist III performs highly complex (senior-level) contract management work. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
- Process agency contracts and amendments.
- Review and assist with the development of scopes of work.
- Perform contract management and monitoring functions for assigned contracts.
- Perform contract closeout activities according to TWC policy.
- Oversee compliance with contract performance standards.
- Maintain documentation and database records for contracts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Three years of full-time experience in contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers; or in the delivery of workforce development services which included contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- Currently holds a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Competitive salary: $5,133.50/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.
VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyManagementandProcurement.pdf
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Primary Location
: United States-Texas-AustinWork Locations
:Job
: Office ClerksOrganization
: TWC Business UnitSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Type
: StandardJob Level
: Non-ManagementTravel
: Yes, 10 % of the TimeJob Posting
: Nov 1, 2026, 1:00:00 AMDescription
WHO WE ARE:
The Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity St., Austin, TX in the VR Contract Administration department.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
WHO YOU ARE:
The ideal candidate shares our department mission to ensure that the Contract Administration Services contract development, contract management, monitoring, and other contract development is done ethically, transparently, impartially, and professionally. We strive to ensure that program services are conducted with the best outcome for the customer and the State in mind.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Contract Specialist III performs highly complex (senior-level) contract management work. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
- Process agency contracts and amendments.
- Review and assist with the development of scopes of work.
- Perform contract management and monitoring functions for assigned contracts.
- Perform contract closeout activities according to TWC policy.
- Oversee compliance with contract performance standards.
- Maintain documentation and database records for contracts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Three years of full-time experience in contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers; or in the delivery of workforce development services which included contract development, management, evaluation, monitoring, or training of contract providers or customers.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- Currently holds a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Competitive salary: $5,133.50/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.
VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyManagementandProcurement.pdf
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Primary Location
: United States-Texas-AustinWork Locations
:Job
: Office ClerksOrganization
: TWC Business UnitSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Type
: StandardJob Level
: Non-ManagementTravel
: Yes, 10 % of the TimeJob Posting
: Nov 1, 2026, 1:00:00 AMContract Specialist Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Anew Solutions17
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- lululemon13
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contract specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, or a related field
- Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and contract administration principles
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and procurement documents
- Proficiency with procurement or contract management software such as SAP, Deltek, or FPDS
- Professional certification such as CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, or FAC-C preferred
- Strong written communication skills for preparing statements of work and contract modifications
Tips for Your Contract Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to FAR
Contract specialists in federal and defense roles are expected to know the Federal Acquisition Regulation inside and out. Call out specific FAR parts you've applied, not just that you're 'familiar' with federal procurement rules. Vague claims get screened out fast.
Lead with contract dollar values
Hiring managers want to see the scale of contracts you've managed. State the total contract value or portfolio size in your resume bullets. A line like 'administered 14 service contracts totaling over a defined dollar threshold' lands better than a duties list.
Target openings by contract type
Job listings for contract specialists often specify fixed-price, cost-reimbursable, or IDIQ contracts. Match your application materials to the contract types named in the posting. Showing fluency with the specific vehicle type signals you won't need ramp-up time.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists contract specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing. Getting your application in early matters most for roles with defined competitive windows.
Prepare for scenario-based questions
Interviewers routinely ask how you handled a non-compliant vendor, a scope change, or a sole-source justification. Map two or three real situations from your experience to these scenarios before your interview so your answers are specific and structured, not improvised.
Negotiate using market-level data
Before discussing compensation, check Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for your occupation and region. Government and contractor roles often have defined pay bands, so knowing where an offer sits within the published scale gives you a factual basis for any negotiation.
Contract Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most contract specialists?
The companies hiring the most contract specialists right now include Anew Solutions, Planate Management, and lululemon, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal contractors and defense agencies consistently drive the highest volume of openings nationwide.
How many contract specialist jobs are remote?
About 68% of contract specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in commercial procurement and vendor management roles rather than positions that require handling classified documents or on-site contract oversight for government or construction clients.
How do you become a contract specialist?
Earn a bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, finance, or a closely related field. Build foundational knowledge of procurement principles and contract types, then pursue entry-level roles in purchasing or contract administration to gain hands-on exposure. Earning a certification such as CFCM or FAC-C significantly strengthens your candidacy for government and defense positions.
Can you get a contract specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level contract specialist roles exist, particularly in federal agencies and large defense contractors that have structured junior acquisition programs. Internships in purchasing or procurement, coursework in contract law or supply chain, and familiarity with FAR fundamentals can offset limited direct experience. Certifications like FAC-C Level I are designed specifically for candidates early in their contracting careers.
What does the contract specialist interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone screen focused on your procurement background and familiarity with contract types. A technical or panel interview follows, where interviewers present scenario-based questions around compliance issues, vendor disputes, or sole-source justifications. Federal roles often include a structured behavior-based interview tied to competencies outlined in the position description, with a conditional offer pending background clearance.
Where can I find and apply to contract specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to contract specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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