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The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected—children, elderly, and people with disabilities—from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's mission, vision, & values in service to the citizens of Texas. DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts through the Discount Purchase Program, longevity pay, generous paid leave, access to the Wellness program, lifetime retirement annuity, Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. Position Summary
Program Specialist IV Functional Title: Program Specialist IV Job Title: Program Specialist IV Agency: Dept of Family & Protective Services Department: COA APS Contracts Posting Number: 10294 Closing Date: 01/29/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Protective Services Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20 Salary Range: $4,263.16-$6,779.25 Pay Frequency: Monthly Shift: Day Travel: Up to 20% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location Job Location City: San Antonio Job Location Address: 3635 SE Military Dr Other Locations: Austin; Abilene; Alamo; Alice; Alpine; Alvin; Amarillo; Anahuac; Andrews; Angleton; Anson; Aransas Pass; Archer City; Arlington; Athens; Atlanta; Bacliff; Ballinger; Bandera; Bastrop; Bay City; Baytown; Beaumont; Bedford; Beeville; Bellville; Big Spring; Boerne; Bonham; Borger; Bowie; Brady; Breckenridge; Brenham; Brownfield; Brownsville; Brownwood; Bryan; Burnet; Caldwell; Cameron; Canton; Canutillo; Carlsbad; Carrizo Springs; Carrollton; Carthage; Center; Centerville; Childress; Clarksville; Cleburne; Cleveland; Coldspring; Columbus; Conroe; Copperas Cove; Corpus Christi; Corsicana; Crockett; Crosby; Crystal City; Cuero; Cypress; Daingerfield; Dallas; Decatur; Del Rio; Denton; Dickinson; Dumas; Duncanville; Eagle Pass; Eastland; Edinburg; El Paso; Elgin; Elsa; Ennis; Fabens; Falfurrias; Floresville; Fort Stockton; Fort Worth; Fredericksburg; Gainesville; Galveston; Garland; Gatesville; Georgetown; Giddings; Gilmer; Goliad; Gonzales; Graham; Granbury; Grand Prairie; Grapevine; Greenville; Hallettsville; Hamilton; Harlingen; Haskell; Hearne; Hemphill; Hempstead; Henderson; Hereford; Hillsboro; Hondo; Houston; Humble; Huntsville; Hurst; Irving; Jacksonville; Jasper; Johnson City; Jourdanton; Karnes City; Katy; Kaufman; Kerrville; Kirbyville; La Grange; Lake Jackson; Lake Worth; Lamesa; Lampasas; Lancaster; Laredo; Levelland; Lewisville; Liberty; Linden; Littlefield; Livingston; Llano; Lockhart; Longview; Lubbock; Lufkin; Lumberton; Madisonville; Marble Falls; Marfa; Marlin; Marshall; Mcallen; McKenney; Mercedes; Meridian; Mesquite; Mexia; Midland; Mineola; Mineral Wells; Mission; Monahans; Mount Pleasant; Mount Vernon; Nacogdoches; Navasota; New Boston; New Braunfels; Odessa; Orange; Palestine; Pampa; Paris; Pasadena; Pearland; Pearsall; Pecos; Perryton; Pharr; Pittsburg; Plainview; Plano; Pollok; Port Arthur; Port Lavaca; Presidio; Quitman; Raymondville; Refugio; Richardson; Richmond; Rio Grande City; Robstown; Rockwall; Rosenberg; Round Rock; Rowlett; Rusk; San Angelo; San Antonio; San Benito; San Juan; San Marcos; San Saba; Schertz; Seguin; Seminole; Seymour; Sherman; Silsbee; Sinton; Snyder; Socorro; Sonora; South Houston; Stephenville; Sugar Land; Sulphur Springs; Sweetwater; Taylor; Temple; Terrell; Texarkana; Texas City; The Woodlands; Tomball; Trinity; Tyler; Uvalde; Van Horn; Vernon; Victoria; Waco; Washington; Watauga; Waxahachie; Weatherford; Webster; Weslaco; Wharton; Wichita Falls; Woodville; Zapata MOS Codes: 16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS Brief Job Description
This position supports the APS Division Manager and provides assistance to the APS Contract Unit housed throughout the state. Performs contract management work involving coordinating, developing, and evaluating a broad range of contracts. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for using initiative and independent judgment. The location is in Austin; other locations considered based on office availability and qualifications. Essential Job Functions
Conduct quality assurance checks within APS Purchased Client Services unit, ensuring contracts adhere to guidelines, handbooks, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Develop and maintain unit resources, document contract processes, assist with APS contract guidelines and procedures. Train, lead, and provide technical assistance and guidance on quality assurance strategies and contract management issues. Prepare documents and reports, evaluate expenditure data, and make projections to ensure appropriate use of funds. Coordinate and facilitate completion of requests and assignments. Process requisitions and work closely with HHS, chart field, operations, and program staff to ensure purchase orders are received timely. Lead, facilitate, and represent APS contracts in workgroups. Maintain effective communication and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Serve as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate and develop solicitations, contracts, and amendments, identify provider resources, describe services, evaluate bidder information, and negotiate contract specifications. Coordinate procurement-related meetings such as kick-off and pre-proposal meetings, post-award conferences, team briefings, and evaluation scoring. Coordinate the risk assessment process for contract monitoring and planning. Monitor contract performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms of contracts and policies, and recommend cancellation when deviations occur. Administer the billing process and eligibility monitoring functions for contract billings. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excel, PowerPoint, Word, IMPACT, SCOR, CAPPS, CAPPS Fin, SharePoint, and other applicable systems. Contracting regulations and policies: billing/invoicing, monitoring, management, and closeout processes. Basic legal concepts related to contracting. Local, state, and federal laws related to contracting and procurement. Contract monitoring and evaluation of contractor performance. Evaluate fiscal and programmatic data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements. Understand new information effectively and quickly and relay it to others. Professional and effective written and verbal communication. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Calculate detailed math formulas accurately. Organize, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks with deadlines. Function as a team member. Interpret and apply state policies, rules and regulations. Identify problems and make recommendations to correct. Work in a stressful environment and meet deadlines. Work independently with little supervision. Lead the work of others. Prepare clear and concise reports. Manage contracts in SCOR and ensure all contract close‑out activities are performed according to policy. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
The successful applicant must earn a CTCM (Certified Texas Contract Manager certification) within 18 months of hire and comply with all ongoing certification requirements. Initial Screening Criteria
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university. Two years full‑time contract management or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for an entire program area where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material and analysis of data. Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience preferred. Additional Information
The position will require travel to meetings and training around the state on a periodic basis. This position must earn a Texas Contract Manager Certification (CTCM) within 18 months of hiring and maintain the certification. Salary will be calculated according to DFPS salary policy. This position is housed in Austin; however other locations will be considered based on office availability and qualifications. Military Occupation(s) and Eligibility
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but are not limited to those listed in this posting. All active‑duty military, reservists, guardmen, 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. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions. Background and Security
Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and, if applicable, a driver’s record check. Security and Infrastructure
State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies. Accessibility and E‑Verify
As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files. DFPS uses E‑Verify. You must bring your I‑9 documentation on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the U.S. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on‑line application, contact the HHS/DFPS 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.
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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Overview
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected—children, elderly, and people with disabilities—from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's mission, vision, & values in service to the citizens of Texas. DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts through the Discount Purchase Program, longevity pay, generous paid leave, access to the Wellness program, lifetime retirement annuity, Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. Position Summary
Program Specialist IV Functional Title: Program Specialist IV Job Title: Program Specialist IV Agency: Dept of Family & Protective Services Department: COA APS Contracts Posting Number: 10294 Closing Date: 01/29/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Protective Services Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20 Salary Range: $4,263.16-$6,779.25 Pay Frequency: Monthly Shift: Day Travel: Up to 20% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location Job Location City: San Antonio Job Location Address: 3635 SE Military Dr Other Locations: Austin; Abilene; Alamo; Alice; Alpine; Alvin; Amarillo; Anahuac; Andrews; Angleton; Anson; Aransas Pass; Archer City; Arlington; Athens; Atlanta; Bacliff; Ballinger; Bandera; Bastrop; Bay City; Baytown; Beaumont; Bedford; Beeville; Bellville; Big Spring; Boerne; Bonham; Borger; Bowie; Brady; Breckenridge; Brenham; Brownfield; Brownsville; Brownwood; Bryan; Burnet; Caldwell; Cameron; Canton; Canutillo; Carlsbad; Carrizo Springs; Carrollton; Carthage; Center; Centerville; Childress; Clarksville; Cleburne; Cleveland; Coldspring; Columbus; Conroe; Copperas Cove; Corpus Christi; Corsicana; Crockett; Crosby; Crystal City; Cuero; Cypress; Daingerfield; Dallas; Decatur; Del Rio; Denton; Dickinson; Dumas; Duncanville; Eagle Pass; Eastland; Edinburg; El Paso; Elgin; Elsa; Ennis; Fabens; Falfurrias; Floresville; Fort Stockton; Fort Worth; Fredericksburg; Gainesville; Galveston; Garland; Gatesville; Georgetown; Giddings; Gilmer; Goliad; Gonzales; Graham; Granbury; Grand Prairie; Grapevine; Greenville; Hallettsville; Hamilton; Harlingen; Haskell; Hearne; Hemphill; Hempstead; Henderson; Hereford; Hillsboro; Hondo; Houston; Humble; Huntsville; Hurst; Irving; Jacksonville; Jasper; Johnson City; Jourdanton; Karnes City; Katy; Kaufman; Kerrville; Kirbyville; La Grange; Lake Jackson; Lake Worth; Lamesa; Lampasas; Lancaster; Laredo; Levelland; Lewisville; Liberty; Linden; Littlefield; Livingston; Llano; Lockhart; Longview; Lubbock; Lufkin; Lumberton; Madisonville; Marble Falls; Marfa; Marlin; Marshall; Mcallen; McKenney; Mercedes; Meridian; Mesquite; Mexia; Midland; Mineola; Mineral Wells; Mission; Monahans; Mount Pleasant; Mount Vernon; Nacogdoches; Navasota; New Boston; New Braunfels; Odessa; Orange; Palestine; Pampa; Paris; Pasadena; Pearland; Pearsall; Pecos; Perryton; Pharr; Pittsburg; Plainview; Plano; Pollok; Port Arthur; Port Lavaca; Presidio; Quitman; Raymondville; Refugio; Richardson; Richmond; Rio Grande City; Robstown; Rockwall; Rosenberg; Round Rock; Rowlett; Rusk; San Angelo; San Antonio; San Benito; San Juan; San Marcos; San Saba; Schertz; Seguin; Seminole; Seymour; Sherman; Silsbee; Sinton; Snyder; Socorro; Sonora; South Houston; Stephenville; Sugar Land; Sulphur Springs; Sweetwater; Taylor; Temple; Terrell; Texarkana; Texas City; The Woodlands; Tomball; Trinity; Tyler; Uvalde; Van Horn; Vernon; Victoria; Waco; Washington; Watauga; Waxahachie; Weatherford; Webster; Weslaco; Wharton; Wichita Falls; Woodville; Zapata MOS Codes: 16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS Brief Job Description
This position supports the APS Division Manager and provides assistance to the APS Contract Unit housed throughout the state. Performs contract management work involving coordinating, developing, and evaluating a broad range of contracts. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for using initiative and independent judgment. The location is in Austin; other locations considered based on office availability and qualifications. Essential Job Functions
Conduct quality assurance checks within APS Purchased Client Services unit, ensuring contracts adhere to guidelines, handbooks, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Develop and maintain unit resources, document contract processes, assist with APS contract guidelines and procedures. Train, lead, and provide technical assistance and guidance on quality assurance strategies and contract management issues. Prepare documents and reports, evaluate expenditure data, and make projections to ensure appropriate use of funds. Coordinate and facilitate completion of requests and assignments. Process requisitions and work closely with HHS, chart field, operations, and program staff to ensure purchase orders are received timely. Lead, facilitate, and represent APS contracts in workgroups. Maintain effective communication and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Serve as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate and develop solicitations, contracts, and amendments, identify provider resources, describe services, evaluate bidder information, and negotiate contract specifications. Coordinate procurement-related meetings such as kick-off and pre-proposal meetings, post-award conferences, team briefings, and evaluation scoring. Coordinate the risk assessment process for contract monitoring and planning. Monitor contract performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms of contracts and policies, and recommend cancellation when deviations occur. Administer the billing process and eligibility monitoring functions for contract billings. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excel, PowerPoint, Word, IMPACT, SCOR, CAPPS, CAPPS Fin, SharePoint, and other applicable systems. Contracting regulations and policies: billing/invoicing, monitoring, management, and closeout processes. Basic legal concepts related to contracting. Local, state, and federal laws related to contracting and procurement. Contract monitoring and evaluation of contractor performance. Evaluate fiscal and programmatic data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with contract requirements. Understand new information effectively and quickly and relay it to others. Professional and effective written and verbal communication. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Calculate detailed math formulas accurately. Organize, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks with deadlines. Function as a team member. Interpret and apply state policies, rules and regulations. Identify problems and make recommendations to correct. Work in a stressful environment and meet deadlines. Work independently with little supervision. Lead the work of others. Prepare clear and concise reports. Manage contracts in SCOR and ensure all contract close‑out activities are performed according to policy. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
The successful applicant must earn a CTCM (Certified Texas Contract Manager certification) within 18 months of hire and comply with all ongoing certification requirements. Initial Screening Criteria
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university. Two years full‑time contract management or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for an entire program area where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material and analysis of data. Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience preferred. Additional Information
The position will require travel to meetings and training around the state on a periodic basis. This position must earn a Texas Contract Manager Certification (CTCM) within 18 months of hiring and maintain the certification. Salary will be calculated according to DFPS salary policy. This position is housed in Austin; however other locations will be considered based on office availability and qualifications. Military Occupation(s) and Eligibility
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but are not limited to those listed in this posting. All active‑duty military, reservists, guardmen, 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. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions. Background and Security
Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and, if applicable, a driver’s record check. Security and Infrastructure
State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies. Accessibility and E‑Verify
As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files. DFPS uses E‑Verify. You must bring your I‑9 documentation on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the U.S. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on‑line application, contact the HHS/DFPS 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.
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