Texas Health and Human Services
FSS Early Childhood Program Specialist V
Texas Health and Human Services, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
FSS Early Childhood Program Specialist V
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Texas Health and Human Services .
Location:
Austin, TX Posting Number:
12298 Closing Date:
01/22/2026
This role provides oversight and support to community-based grantees implementing FSS Early Childhood programs, such as the Texas Home Visiting Program (THV) and Texas Nurse‑Family Partnership (TNFP).
Responsibilities
Provide consultative services and technical assistance to grantees, service providers, other division staff, governmental agencies, community organizations, and the public.
Engage in program planning, writing policies and procedures, coordination, and facilitation of meetings.
Conduct site visits, training, and grantee orientation.
Prepare reports, develop program policies, procedures, standards, and manuals.
Monitor grantee performance, analyze data, recommend action plans to strengthen programs.
Oversee grant initiative implementation and offer support for performance measures.
Work collaboratively with Early Childhood team members, FSS Division staff, and community/state agency stakeholders.
Evaluate program operations, budget alignment, and program budget requests.
Travel routinely to attend meetings and conduct site visits (up to 20%).
Communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
Perform additional work as required and adapt to changing needs.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to early childhood services and public administration techniques.
Experience in statistical analysis, budget processes, research methods, training and marketing techniques.
Knowledge of evidence‑based parent education and implementing programs with families of young children.
Skill in identifying performance indicators and using computer software.
Ability to gather, analyze facts, devise solutions, prepare reports, evaluate policies, and provide leadership.
Qualifications Education:
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
Experience:
Early childhood services, social work, program operations, child development, counseling, data analysis, budget experience, training, presentations.
Preferred knowledge: program planning and development, grant or policy interpretation, and working with parents and caregivers.
Application & Eligibility All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Background and other due diligence checks may be required. HHSC uses E‑Verify; applicants must bring I‑9 documentation on the first day of work.
ADA Accommodations HHSC and DSHS agencies provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance.
Benefits Full‑time position with the following benefits: 100% employee health insurance, defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and career advancement opportunities.
Other Telework may be eligible for this position; subject to agency policy and supervisor discretion.
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FSS Early Childhood Program Specialist V
at
Texas Health and Human Services .
Location:
Austin, TX Posting Number:
12298 Closing Date:
01/22/2026
This role provides oversight and support to community-based grantees implementing FSS Early Childhood programs, such as the Texas Home Visiting Program (THV) and Texas Nurse‑Family Partnership (TNFP).
Responsibilities
Provide consultative services and technical assistance to grantees, service providers, other division staff, governmental agencies, community organizations, and the public.
Engage in program planning, writing policies and procedures, coordination, and facilitation of meetings.
Conduct site visits, training, and grantee orientation.
Prepare reports, develop program policies, procedures, standards, and manuals.
Monitor grantee performance, analyze data, recommend action plans to strengthen programs.
Oversee grant initiative implementation and offer support for performance measures.
Work collaboratively with Early Childhood team members, FSS Division staff, and community/state agency stakeholders.
Evaluate program operations, budget alignment, and program budget requests.
Travel routinely to attend meetings and conduct site visits (up to 20%).
Communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
Perform additional work as required and adapt to changing needs.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to early childhood services and public administration techniques.
Experience in statistical analysis, budget processes, research methods, training and marketing techniques.
Knowledge of evidence‑based parent education and implementing programs with families of young children.
Skill in identifying performance indicators and using computer software.
Ability to gather, analyze facts, devise solutions, prepare reports, evaluate policies, and provide leadership.
Qualifications Education:
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
Experience:
Early childhood services, social work, program operations, child development, counseling, data analysis, budget experience, training, presentations.
Preferred knowledge: program planning and development, grant or policy interpretation, and working with parents and caregivers.
Application & Eligibility All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Background and other due diligence checks may be required. HHSC uses E‑Verify; applicants must bring I‑9 documentation on the first day of work.
ADA Accommodations HHSC and DSHS agencies provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance.
Benefits Full‑time position with the following benefits: 100% employee health insurance, defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and career advancement opportunities.
Other Telework may be eligible for this position; subject to agency policy and supervisor discretion.
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