Program Specialist IV

Contract Specialist (Program Specialist IV) – IT ProcurementAustin, TX (Onsite with Potential Hybrid)A large public-sector organization in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced Contract Specialist to support its procurement and contract oversight team. This role will focus heavily on developing and managing IT-related solicitations (IFBs) and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliant, high-quality procurement processes.This is a full-time contract opportunity offering competitive pay and the chance to work on complex, high-impact procurement initiatives.Assignment DetailsJob Title: Contract Specialist (Program Specialist IV)Location: Austin, TX (Onsite; potential hybrid after training)Duration: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours/weekPay Rate: $33.50/hourWork Environment: Professional office settingKey ResponsibilitiesLead development of Invitation for Bids (IFBs) for IT procurements, ensuring clarity, completeness, and compliance.Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, legal, finance, procurement) to gather requirements and define project scope.Translate technical and business requirements into structured, competitive solicitation documents.Ensure all procurement documents comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.Develop evaluation criteria, scoring methodologies, and administrative requirements.Facilitate stakeholder meetings to support requirements gathering and document validation.Manage solicitation processes including Q&A periods, addenda, and vendor communications.Support evaluation of bid responses for responsiveness, completeness, and alignment with requirements.Maintain organized procurement records and documentation.Assist in developing procurement timelines and project schedules.Participate in post-award activities, including contract kickoff coordination.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university(Relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis)Minimum three (3) years of experience drafting procurement documents, including:Scopes of workService Level Agreements (SLAs)Performance metrics and deliverablesIFBs, RFPs, RFIs, or similar solicitationsExperience facilitating meetings and communicating with stakeholders across multiple levels.Strong writing, editing, and document structuring skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.Preferred QualificationsCertified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD)Experience developing IT procurement solicitations.Background in public-sector or regulated procurement environments.Knowledge of government purchasing laws, rules, and compliance standards.Familiarity with IT concepts such as:Software developmentCloud servicesCybersecurityNetworking and infrastructureProven ability to manage multiple procurements simultaneously.Additional InformationPosition requires onsite work initially, with potential for hybrid flexibility after onboarding.Candidate must be able to work in a confidential, compliance-driven environment.Background check required prior to start.Candidates who have lived outside of Texas within the past two years may be subject to an additional federal background check.Remote work (if approved) requires candidates to provide their own equipment.ChaseSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.By applying for this position, you consent to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and emails from ChaseSource, its affiliates, and contracted partners regarding job opportunities and related updates. Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP or get assistance by replying HELP. For more information, please review our privacy policy at https://chasesource.com/privacy-policy/.