Compliance Review Officer (Contracts & Grants)

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Compliance Review Officer (Contracts & Grants) 
Job Title: Contract Administration Mgr II 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Compliance and Quality Control 
Posting Number: 9787 
Closing Date: 10/31/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-28 
Salary Range: $10,000.00 - $10,833.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 3006,3044,8640,310X,36A,36B,51C,60C0,62S0,63G0,63S0,64PX,651X,6C0X1,751X,FIN10,F&S,LS,LSS,SEI16,SK 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

The Compliance and Quality Control Division (CQC) is seeking a Compliance Review Officer to support the Contract Compliance Unit (CCU) of CQC. This position performs advanced (senior-level) contract and grant analysis; assessments of contract management and  grant monitoring and administration functions; and routine analysis of agency-wide audit findings.

Responsibilities include assessing the work of HHS agency partners towards the achievement of contract management and grant administration objectives and goals; developing relationships across divisions and agencies to ensure consultation and assessment activities are collaborative and coordinated among impacted parties; training staff in processes, procedures and established guidelines for the provision of oversight and guidance to HHS agency partners conducting contract and grant monitoring activities; exercising sound judgement in making critical decisions; interpreting state and federal laws, rules, and regulations; and ensuring all consultation and assessment tasks are performed with the highest level of accuracy and in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations, and HHSC policies and standards. Work involves overseeing and implementing organizational process improvements and making recommendations to advance consistency, accountability, and effectiveness of agency contract management and grant administration functions.

May supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

EJF1. Contract & Grant Reviews. Reviews agency contracts and grants to assess the adequacy of performance and deliverable requirements. Assesses contract and grant monitoring documentation to determine if performance monitoring activities, deliverable acceptance documentation, and other monitoring requirements have been performed in accordance with state and federal regulations, and agency policy. Provides recommendations to program area staff to resolve issues identified in the compliance reviews and improve contract and grant monitoring quality and compliance; may also provide technical assistance. Collaborates with program area staff to coordinate compliance reviews, consultation, and technical assistance. Coordinates and prepares responses to issues, inquiries, and other correspondence concerning the compliance reviews. Records the results of the assessments in the division’s Compliance Review System. (50%)

EJF2. Team Support and Training. Reviews the assessments of other team members for accuracy and supports other team members in following processes, procedures, and established guidelines for performing compliance reviews. Assists with training staff members in the processes, procedures and established guidelines for contract and grant compliance reviews. May assist with training division partners in development guidelines for grants and contracts. (25%)

EJF3. Document Maintenance. Monitors agency policy updates, as well as changes in state and federal regulations; recommends updates to division processes, procedures, and established guidelines to the CCU Director as appropriate, and completes the updates on behalf of the division. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with the maintenance of the Compliance Review Guidelines for Contracts, the Compliance Review Guidelines for Grants, and associated job aids, tools and training. (10%)

EJF4. Audit Finding Analysis. Reviews agency grant management audit findings and analyzes the findings and recommendations to determine the type of issue that has occurred. Collaborates with the internal audit division as needed to receive updated audit reports and resolve any questions regarding the reported findings and recommendations. Records the results of the audit finding and recommendation analysis in the division’s Contract Management Audit Tracker. (5%)

EJF5. Reports and Special Projects. Assists in drafting annual reports on the work and findings of the unit. Assists in the collection and maintenance of data for the purposes of reporting on the unit’s performance measures, as well as annual reporting on program area contract management issues and improvements. Assists in the development of systems and processes for the collection and maintenance of grant monitoring data. Manages special projects/reports for the division and directs the activities of staff involved in the development and implementation of special projects. Develops executive briefing documents and memoranda.  (5%)

EJF6. Other Duties. Represents CQC on workgroups, conferences, committees, and meetings. Works cooperatively and collaboratively to build effective business relationships with other HHS agency partners, which may include but is not limited to the following: assists in effectively communicating the unit’s responsibilities and marketing the value of its supportive functions to HHS agency partners; assists program areas by providing reviews and guidance to program area contract managers; supports the Solicitation Review Unit in providing guidance to program area staff to consider and incorporate language that supports the administration and monitoring of contracts and grants after award. Performs other duties as assigned. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of the Uniform Grant Management Standards (UGMS) and Texas Grant Management Standards (TxGMS)

Knowledge of grant management principles and practices.

Knowledge of State of Texas procurement and contracting laws, rules and procedures, including the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide and HHS Procurement and Contract Management Handbook.

Knowledge of contract management principles and practices.

Skill in SOW development for the attainment of desired contract and grant outcomes.

Skill in contract and grant monitoring and administration.

Skill in evaluating complex processes, systems, policies, and issues.

Skill in evaluating statute, rule, policies, and procedures.

Skill in developing and drafting policies and procedures for new programs or initiatives.

Skill in developing training resources, guides and templates.

Skill in cross-functional coordination and problem solving.

Skill in effectively communicating complex information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences.

Ability to direct and organize project activities.

Ability to work using independent judgment.

Ability to think strategically to evaluate problems and develop solutions.

Ability to develop and interpret policies and procedures.

Ability to work with and on teams to support critical business functions.

Ability to work with management and external and internal customers.

Ability to develop and execute new programs and initiatives.

Ability to understand client needs and convey the value of relevant assistive services.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must have Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) within six months of hire.

Initial Screening Criteria:

A minimum of five years of experience in any combination of the following:

1)     Experience in grant development, grant monitoring and administration, or auditing grant monitoring practices of government agencies is required; and

2)     Experience in contract development, contract monitoring and administration, or auditing contract monitoring practices of government agencies is required.

Experience in these fields of work with a State of Texas agency preferred. Experience at a management level preferred. Experience in health and human services grants preferred. Experience in health and human services or information technology contracts preferred.

Experience with HHSC’s System of Contract Operation and Reporting (SCOR) preferred.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a public administration field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Experience in cross-divisional or interagency collaboration in a large organization preferred.

Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.

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 to those 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 Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's 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 1-888-894-4747. 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.