Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)-Remote in Austin TX

Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)-Remote in Austin TX
Location: Texas Remote
** This position is a remote position, however the worker maybe required to come into DFPS Office for Team meetings and other meetings as directed by DFPS leadership **

Resume and Photo ID required: For the safety and security of our clients and their systems,

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Client requires the services of 1 IT Contract Process Improvement worker, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of an Information Technology Contracting and Procurement worker with the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.

DFPS is seeking individuals with the defined skills and qualifications to work as a team with other DFPS contracted resources to produce defined deliverables which will aid the agency in requesting funding and other resources needed to implement a new case management system. The worker will interact with various other roles (e.g., business analysts, project managers, contract developer, organizational change manager) to develop work products, prioritize assigned work, and provide recommendations, options, and alternatives as required.

The Worker is responsible for planning and developing a solicitation(s) for a case management system for DFPS using a project management approach to elicit details for creation of the deliverable.

The worker is also responsible for the following:

Identify, analyze, and improve existing business processes to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall quality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that drive measurable improvements in performance and outcomes.
Utilize data analysis and performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of current processes and recommend evidence-based improvements.
Reviewing internal DFPS documentation and compiling information to meet the goals and objectives of the project; developing contract guidelines and schedules based on timelines to achieve successful contract development.
Facilitating, collaborating, and communicating with internal and external DFPS stakeholders to develop a solicitation that meets the agency s needs for a new case management system.
Facilitating kick-offs, status reporting, team briefings, and other identified sessions.
Development of a solicitation plan with comprehensive specifications, key performance measures and deliverables, liquidated damages, and special terms and conditions for the development of a contract with a vendor to deliver a case management system for the agency.
Recommendations and/or development of a bid evaluation instrument.
Ensuring all procurement and contract documents comply with state statutes and rules, including all applicable Terms and Conditions.
Development of a contract management plan for the implementation of a case management system.

All work products resulting from the project will be considered works made for hire and are the property of DFPS. DFPS may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their worker(s)) must submit to and satisfy such as criminal background checks and fingerprint completion as required by Texas law and DFPS policy. DFPS will pay no fees for interviews, discussions or fingerprinting, which occur during the process of selecting a Worker(s).

CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years

Required/Preferred

Experience

8

Required

Advanced skills and experience in IT procurement preparations and solicitation development (i.e., Statements of Work, Request for Offers, Request for Information, Request for Proposals).

8

Required

Advanced knowledge of negotiation strategies and techniques, of contract administration and cost monitoring for large scope or high-dollar value contracts

8

Required

Advanced knowledge of systems and procedures used to evaluate vendors performance; and of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of state funds.

8

Required

Ability to write and edit comprehensive contract requirements and specifications while working under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

8

Required

Elevated skills in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing and advanced skills in gathering, assembling, and correlating information and interpreting complex data.

8

Required

Experience with version control management, incorporating input and comments from internal and external program stakeholders. Ability to review edited materials and recommended revisions or changes in scope, format, and content.

8

Required

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions to analyze complex information while developing plans.

8

Required

Strong interpersonal skills to include research, planning, organizing directing, coordinating and attention to detail.

8

Required

Ability to work in a team environment and interact with a diverse level of staff to exchange and/or extract information including presenting material / recommendations to senior and executive level staff.

8

Required

Experience with the Microsoft Suite of tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project and SharePoint)

8

Required

Ability to evaluate material data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements.

1

Preferred

State of Texas Procurement experience

1

Preferred

Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).

1

Preferred

Knowledge of state of Texas, Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) and Department of Information Resources (DIR) contracting and procurement rules and regulations.

1

Preferred

Knowledge of CPA Contract Management Guide.

1

Preferred

Knowledge of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) and IT Solutions and services offered.

1

Preferred

Awareness or knowledge of DFPS systems and programs.