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Texas Health and Human Services

STAP Manager

Texas Health and Human Services, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Date: Oct 15, 2025

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Functional Title:

STAP Manager

Job Title:

Manager III

Agency:

Health & Human Services Comm

Department:

STAP - Prgm Admin

Posting Number:

10137

Closing Date:

10/29/2025

Salary Group:

TEXAS-B-24

Salary Range:

$5,425.33 - $8,886.16

Shift:

Day

Telework:

Eligible for Telework

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Exempt

Job Location City:

AUSTIN

Job Location Address:

701 W 51ST ST

Essential Job Functions Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Program Functions (50%)

Manages activities of STAP staff

Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others

Manages staff development plans and activities

Provides technical guidance for STAP staff, stakeholders, clients, and the general community

Program Monitoring (15%)

Oversees the preparation of management and productivity reports and studies

Oversees special investigations, research studies, and internal audits

Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations

May manage the preparation, development, review, and revision of legislation

Programming Goals (15%)

Establishes goals and objectives

Develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals

Manages evaluation activities

Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates policies and procedures

Monitors compliance with rules, policies, procedures, regulation, and guidelines

Program Planning (10%)

Develops and implements techniques for STAP activities

Develops and evaluates budget requests, monitors budget expenditures, makes adjustments as necessary

Develops STAP rules, policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations

Program Support (10%)

Enters STAP applications into the STAP application database system

Reviews and approves applications for voucher issuance, monitors certifier approvals and denials

Audits applications for quality; establishes voucher categories and values; void vouchers and review for reissuance

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Experience in the management of a services program. Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major coursework in a field relevant to the assignment is generally preferred. Experience & education may be substituted for one another.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations; principles and practices of public administration and management; statistical analysis processes; budget processes; research techniques; training techniques; and program management processes and techniques.

Knowledge of assistive telecommunications technology for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, speech impaired, or with other disabilities.

Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems; operating computers and applicable computer software.

Skill in writing professional reports and making presentations.

Ability to manage business functions; establish goals and objectives; interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; develop solutions to administrative problems; prepare reports; communicate effectively; and plan, assign, and supervise the work of others; work effectively in teams.

Ability to respond to public inquiries in a timely manner and provide information as needed to communicate effectively in writing.

Ability to provide services to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or with other disabilities; to communicate using American Sign Language.

Initial Screening Criteria

Experience in leading teams and/or project management.

Prior experience with assistive technology for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, speech impaired, or with other disabilities.

Must be able to communicate effectively in American Sign Language as indicated on the application/resume.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans 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 online 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. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

Nearest Major Market: Austin Austin

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