TAG Human Resource Specialist IV

Texas Health & Human Services Commission • Edinburg, TX

5d • $4,801 - $7,762 • Onsite

About The Position

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Talent Acquisition Group seeks a Human Resources Specialist IV to support programs in planning, developing, and implementing recruiting and hiring strategies. The role applies talent acquisition strategies to help select high-quality staff for agency protective and regulatory services, particularly caseworker positions. It builds and maintains working relationships with program staff, Health and Human Services Commission staff, CAPPS Service Center staff, Professional Development Division staff, colleges and universities, and workforce professionals. The position may lead or supervise the work of others.

The specialist supports recruitment and selection from identifying talent sources and promoting the agency through job fairs and other events to screening applicants, coordinating interviews, conducting reference checks, and supporting hiring recommendations. The role also provides guidance on hiring policies and compliance, reports on hiring progress, and may develop and deliver training to regional supervisory staff. The position is based in Edinburg according to the posting's job-location fields, is not eligible for telework, and may involve frequent travel, including some overnight travel. The posting's additional information separately states that the position is housed at 1200 E. Copeland Rd, Arlington.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, subject to the stated substitutions.
• Three years of full-time consultative, supervisory, managerial, social service, professional, human resources, or technical work involving administrative work-problem analysis and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating support-service or program-operation requirements involving a wide range of demands and interpretation of complex written material; or Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience.
• Knowledge of successful employment recruiting practices and the U.S. Department of Labor and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
• Strong time-management, organizational, presentation, and public-speaking skills.
• Ability to conduct interviews effectively and fairly; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; complete tasks within defined timelines; establish and maintain effective working relationships; network with agencies, colleges, and companies; work independently with remote supervision and under stress; share knowledge and experience with team members; and make effective decisions in customers' best interests.
• Ability to use word-processing and spreadsheet tools and access and use warehouse-based data.
• Ability to follow appropriate safety precautions and consistently demonstrate the DFPS code of ethics.
• Must pass a background check and, if applicable, a driver's record check.
• Must complete applicable security and cybersecurity training and follow agency cybersecurity and communications-system usage policies.
• Must be familiar with WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 accessibility standards for creating accessible electronic information resources.
• Must provide I-9 documentation showing identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Identify and direct recruitment opportunities by researching new talent sources and building relationships with industry professionals; attend job fairs, community events, and nonprofit functions.
• Direct job-posting efforts; screen candidates, refer them for additional assessments when needed, schedule interviews, coordinate hiring panels with supervisors, conduct reference checks, and work with programs on hiring recommendations.
• Work with external entities, including Northgate Arinso and HHSC HR, on program hiring issues; represent the program at agency planning sessions, committees, work groups, and meetings related to hiring and recruitment; review and comment on policy changes as needed.
• Coordinate with agency supervisors to attend recruitment events and promote the agency as an employer of choice; serve as a liaison between applicants and hiring supervisors and help supervisors fill vacancies efficiently.
• Fill positions within division-established timeframes and in response to hiring needs.
• Interpret employment and hiring policies to support compliance with state and federal regulations, and provide technical assistance to agency staff and others.
• Provide regional staff with hiring-status reports as needed and develop and deliver training to regional supervisory staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for the employee and 50% paid coverage for eligible family members.
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus 401(k) and 457 savings plans.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance at rates described as lower than most private plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent-care expenses.
• Employee discounts on gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment.
• Possible eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

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