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Texas Health and Human Services Date: Sep 29, 2025 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. Functional Title:
Policy Analyst Job Title:
Program Specialist V Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm Department:
AES Prog Policy Medicaid/CHIP Posting Number:
9501 Closing Date:
10/29/2025 The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks highly qualified and motivated candidates to fill a Policy Analyst position within the Access and Eligibility Services (AES) Program Policy team. AES is driven by its mission to connect Texans to services and supports by helping individuals and families in need of food, medical care, cash assistance and other social services. The Policy Analyst performs complex policy research, analysis and policy development related to eligibility for the following programs administered by HHSC and AES: Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD), Texas Works Medicaid for Families, Pregnant Women and Children, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Job responsibilities include conducting complex policy research on federal and state policies and best practices; completing legislative bill analysis; reviewing, interpreting, and analyzing federal and state statutes, rules and regulations, guidance and procedures; identifying options and making recommendations for senior and executive leadership decisions; preparing high-quality briefing materials and policy documents; effectively communicating policy and research orally and in writing; and leading projects to implement policy and system changes. Essential Job Functions Performs complex research and analysis of federal and state laws, legislation, rules, regulations, and guidance relating to state and federal programs administered by HHSC and AES for impacts and considerations. Conducts research on national best practices and application for Texas programs. Prepares high-quality documents to support program planning, policy development, implementation and decision making. Represents Program Policy and AES on policy development and implementation projects, provides program policy expertise and works collaboratively to solve problems and ensure timely completion of goals and objectives. Leads project implementation and coordinates workgroups and meetings. Knowledge Skills Abilities Knowledge of Texas Works Medicaid, MEPD, CHIP, SNAP, and TANF programs and other state and federal programs administered by HHSC and AES. Knowledge of state and federal legislative and policy development processes. Strong skills in researching, interpreting, and analyzing complex data and policies. Skill in identifying policy options and impacts for decision makers. Skill in synthesizing complex information and translating it into clear and concise policy documents. Registration Or Licensure Requirements : N/A Initial Screening Criteria : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree with major coursework in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, social work, and public health) is preferred. Work experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis. HHSC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices.
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Policy Analyst
role at
Texas Health and Human Services Date: Sep 29, 2025 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. Functional Title:
Policy Analyst Job Title:
Program Specialist V Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm Department:
AES Prog Policy Medicaid/CHIP Posting Number:
9501 Closing Date:
10/29/2025 The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks highly qualified and motivated candidates to fill a Policy Analyst position within the Access and Eligibility Services (AES) Program Policy team. AES is driven by its mission to connect Texans to services and supports by helping individuals and families in need of food, medical care, cash assistance and other social services. The Policy Analyst performs complex policy research, analysis and policy development related to eligibility for the following programs administered by HHSC and AES: Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities (MEPD), Texas Works Medicaid for Families, Pregnant Women and Children, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Job responsibilities include conducting complex policy research on federal and state policies and best practices; completing legislative bill analysis; reviewing, interpreting, and analyzing federal and state statutes, rules and regulations, guidance and procedures; identifying options and making recommendations for senior and executive leadership decisions; preparing high-quality briefing materials and policy documents; effectively communicating policy and research orally and in writing; and leading projects to implement policy and system changes. Essential Job Functions Performs complex research and analysis of federal and state laws, legislation, rules, regulations, and guidance relating to state and federal programs administered by HHSC and AES for impacts and considerations. Conducts research on national best practices and application for Texas programs. Prepares high-quality documents to support program planning, policy development, implementation and decision making. Represents Program Policy and AES on policy development and implementation projects, provides program policy expertise and works collaboratively to solve problems and ensure timely completion of goals and objectives. Leads project implementation and coordinates workgroups and meetings. Knowledge Skills Abilities Knowledge of Texas Works Medicaid, MEPD, CHIP, SNAP, and TANF programs and other state and federal programs administered by HHSC and AES. Knowledge of state and federal legislative and policy development processes. Strong skills in researching, interpreting, and analyzing complex data and policies. Skill in identifying policy options and impacts for decision makers. Skill in synthesizing complex information and translating it into clear and concise policy documents. Registration Or Licensure Requirements : N/A Initial Screening Criteria : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree with major coursework in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, social work, and public health) is preferred. Work experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis. HHSC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices.
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