Contract Manager

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Functional Title:Contract Manager
Job Title:Manager II
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Hospital Financial
Posting Number:17911
Closing Date:07/15/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range:$5098.66-$8304.83
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-23
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:None
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Exempt
Facility Location:San Antonio State Hospital
Job Location City:SAN ANTONIO
Job Location Address:6711 S NEW BRAUNFELS
Other Locations:San Antonio
MOS Codes:0X112X113X114X16GX41AX
611X612X631X632X641X648X86M086P08U0009G100SEI15

Brief Job Description:

The Manager II reports directly to the HSCS Regional Business Manager. This position manages daily contract operations and activities of HSCS Regional Contract team. Reviews the execution and administration of various contracts including Interlocals Interagency MOU/MOAs Affiliation Agreements by defining requirements/statement of work developing and monitoring contracts for assigned Regional Business Unit Facilities. Serves as lead technical advisor in the Region in CAPPS Financials procurement/contracts/requisitions and SCOR users.

This position has a working knowledge of the HHSC rules and HSCS facility policies and procedures demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing and provides training as needed to other employees. Completion of job duties requires work under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment and provides excellent customer service to all customers co-workers and supervisory staff.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Manages the daily operations and activities of the contract management staff in the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) Regional Business office by setting and communicating performance measures to ensure performance and output goals are met. Directs and accesses the evaluation and performance of staff. (40%)

Works with designated facility staff management and the HSCS Business Management office to provide technical assistance on program specific requirements for facility level contracts amendments and renewals including contract management of executed contracts and/or purchase orders. Ensures contract specialists duties meet established policies procedures and deadlines. (30%)

Provides contract data as requested by HHSC or the Business Management office to meet required requested or established deadlines. Ensures data integrity of contracts for the region by monitoring contract activity in CAPPS Financial and SCOR. (20%)

Performs related work as assigned professionally accurately competently and on a timely basis. Attends and participates in all mandatory training in order to meet HHS and HSCS Facilities requirements certification requirements and to maintain job competence. (10%)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge and experience in local state and federal laws related to Procurement and Contract Management (HHSC Comptroller DOJ Settlement Agreement for SSLCs Jt Commission requirements for State Hospitals) to write and edit contract requirements and specifications; to communicate effectively; and to negotiate features of a contract.

Ability to evaluate contracts and procurement information to develop contracts to prepare reports and to communicate effectively. Skill in operating a computer and applicable software applications used by HHSC. Ability to plan assign train and supervise the work of others.

Requires a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification and must meet the CEUs required to maintain certification.

Registrations Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Current Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification required or the ability to obtain CTCM certification within 12 months of hire and maintain certification.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Experience as a supervisor or a team lead in a procurement or contract management environment.

Experience related to contract administration and procurement rules policies and procedures.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting finance or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Additional Information:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check pre-employment drug screen and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS) Nurse Aid Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Terrell and Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B measles mumps rubella varicella (chicken pox) tetanus diphtheria pertussis (whooping cough) and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.

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Active Duty Military Reservists Guardsmen and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but not limited tothose listed in this posting. All active-duty military reservists guardsmen and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditors Job Descriptions Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditors Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.