Description
Job Posting:
00058955
Opened:
06/12/2026
Closes:
06/26/2026
Position Title:
Contract Administration Manager II (Cooperative Contract Manager/Team Lead)
Class/Group:
1962/B28
Military Occupation Specialty Code:
Army: 51C; Marine Corps: 3044, 3006; Air Force: 6C0X1, 64PX
Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Exempt
Number of Vacancies:
1
Division/Section:
Chief Procurement Office/Contract Management Office
Salary Range:
$9,333.34 - $9,583.34
Duration:
Regular
Hours Worked Weekly:
40
Travel:
Occasional
Work Location:
300 W. 15th Street, #1300 / Austin, Texas 78701
Web site:
https://dir.texas.gov/
Refer Inquiries to:
People and Culture Office
Contact Information:
[email protected]
How To Apply:-
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Special Instructions:-
Applicants must provide in-depth information in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section to demonstrate how they meet the position qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
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Resumes may be uploaded as an attachment but are not accepted in lieu of the information required in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section of the application.
Interview Place/Time:
Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee.
Selective Service Registration:
Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.
H-1B Visa Sponsorship:
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Department of Information Resources does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. Please call 512-475-4922 to request reasonable accommodation.
Position Description What We Do
We are a technology agency powered by people.
DIR offers secure, modern, and cost-effective technology to help government entities in Texas serve their constituents.
DIR is a fast-paced and collaborative environment with highly motivated, innovative, and engaged employees dedicated to achieving the best value for the state. We have over 260 professionals working at DIR who are honored to serve as the cornerstone of public sector technology in Texas. By joining DIR, you will be an integral part of transforming how technology serves Texans.
Position Summary
Performs highly advanced (senior-level) strategic statewide contract administration and vendor management work for internal and external customers. Work involves overseeing the administration of statewide strategic information technology contracts by defining contract and vendor management principles, establishing contractual requirements, negotiating, and monitoring vendors and contracts. Works under the limited supervision of the Director of the Contract Management Office with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to highlight their strengths in the following functions:
- Serves as the team lead for the Contract Management Office staff, providing support and guidance to other team members and serves as backup support to the agency Contract Management Office Director. Serves as a resource to other Chief Procurement Office staff on escalated issues of an unusual nature; Provides guidance and training and assists the CMO Director in coordinating special projects or work activities for other CMO staff as needed.
- Oversees the operations and activities of monitoring contract performance, ensuring contract compliance, developing, and tracking key metrics, fiscal data, identifying cost savings. Develops short- and long-term strategies and goals for the administration of contracts; prepares contracts; assists in developing negotiation strategies; and awards new contracts.
- Oversees the processing of contract documents in alignment with contract and vendor management principles and ensures that management understands and authorizes contract terms. Works with Office of General Counsel on contract terms, clauses, and other related updates to contract management documents.
- Investigates and resolves discrepancies, complaints, and disputes by negotiating settlement agreements or by suspending or terminating contracts and assessing outcomes for risk management.
- Serves as the principal contract liaison between agency management, contractors, the Legislature, and other customers.
- Supports the review and analysis of legislation related to procurement and contract management, including tracking legislative bills, and assisting with bill analysis.
- Leads discussions and development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and related refinement of processes. Coordinates and oversees all templates and policy and procedure updates for department. Plans, develops, and conducts presentations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
