HR Programs Manager VI

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Austin, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.

The Human Resources (HR) Programs Manager VI performs highly advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of the designated HR Classifications & Compensation Program and Executive Support. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, and policies; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating business function activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; and monitoring budget expenditures. Supervises the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure per Governor Abbott Executive Order GA-48.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to a business function, division, or department; and the principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems; and the use of a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to manage business function, division, or department activities; to establish goals and objectives; to devise solutions to administrative problems; to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in human resources management, business or public administration, organizational development, or a related field.
• Five years of full-time employment experience as a Human Resources professional.

Nice To Haves

• Experience indicated above as a Human Resources professional in state government
• Experience with Job Classifications and Analysis
• Experience with the Texas State’s Position Classification Plan
• HR Certification as indicated.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (CP), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SCP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Approve budget expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments.
• Serve as backup to a Director(s).
• Oversee the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals; and monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of staffing levels.
• Oversee special projects and the implementation of special initiatives.
• Review and evaluate the impact of proposed federal and state laws on program objectives.
• Manage multiple business functions and provide oversight to associated staff.
• Oversee the implementation of changes resulting from new legislation.
• Oversee special investigations, program analyses, research studies, and internal audits.
• Confer with executive management to develop strategic plans and long- and short-term goals for the department.
• Manage the preparation, development, review, revision, and implementation of legislation.
• Review and approve documents and reports developed by employees to ensure professional quality and appearance, appropriate content, consistency, and responsiveness.
• Manages day-to-day activities within a business function(s), division(s), or department(s).
• Manages staff development plans and activities.
• Establishes goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and manages evaluation activities.
• Develops and implements techniques for evaluating business function, division, or department activities.
• Evaluates budget requests, monitors budget expenditures, and adjusts as necessary.
• Provides input in the development of new policies and procedures, and monitors compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance regarding questions related to the business function, division, or department.
• Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations.
• Prepares management and productivity reports.
• Provides professional oversight and guidance to other occupations or support staff, including management-level staff, to ensure compliance with and adherence to regulatory standards and established procedures.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance—at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager