TESRS - Contract Specialist III

Contract Specialist III

The Texas Emergency Services Retirement System (TESRS) is the defined benefit public pension plan for Texas volunteer firefighters and other volunteer emergency services personnel.

Physical Work Address :

North Lamar Boulevard Building

4800 N. Lamar Blvd., Suite 320

Austin, Texas 78756

TESRS Offers :

• Flexible work schedule
• Telecommuting options after 6-month probationary period have been successfully completed
• Work-life balance
• Up to 96 hours of accrued vacation per year
• 96 hours of accrued sick leave per year
• 12 holidays + other optional holidays per year
• Paid comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees; State of Texas pays 50% of the premium costs for dependents

General Description

The Contract Specialist is responsible for performing highly complex (senior-level) contract management work. This role involves developing and evaluating a wide range of contracts, serving as a purchaser, acting as the public information officer, and managing agency property. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Primary Duties

Contract Manager :

Purchaser :

Public Information Officer :

Property Manager :

Work Hours

Eight-hour work schedule between 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m., 40-hour week, MondayFriday with occasional work schedule variance when necessary. Hours may change based on business need.

Performance Evaluation

New employees will be evaluated after six months of employment. The next time new employees will be evaluated is after their first 12 months of employment with that evaluation covering the entire 12-month period.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :