Texas Health and Human Services
Policy and Rules Program Specialist VII
Texas Health and Human Services, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Policy and Rules Program Specialist VII - Texas Health and Human Services
Agency:
Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC)
Department:
CCL Policy & Program Ops
Posting Number:
12473
Closing Date:
01/19/2026
Location:
701 W 51ST ST, Austin, TX
Salary:
$7,438.29 – $9,508.25 per month (Monthly pay)
Shift:
Day;
Telework:
Eligible;
Travel:
Up to 15%
Employment Type:
Regular, Full time;
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Job Summary Under the direction of the Child Care Regulation Director for Policy, Rules and Program Support, the Program Specialist VII plans and executes advanced consultative services and technical assistance. The role manages high‑priority projects, develops project schedules, monitors progress, leads meetings, resolves challenges, and provides training. During legislative sessions, the specialist tracks and analyzes legislation, develops cost estimates, and reports implementation status. The position operates with significant independence, leads rule development, and collaborates with agency staff, external stakeholders, and the public.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate projects with senior leadership to implement legislation, major initiatives, and high‑priority projects across rule development, IT, policy changes, website updates, and stakeholder communication.
Lead project progress, maintain accountability tools, and report status to leadership and stakeholders.
Provide technical assistance to CCR staff, agency programs, and external stakeholders; facilitate communication; lead workgroups.
Prioritize and develop program initiatives; oversee staff work; train CCR staff on project management and legislative tracking.
Track legislation during sessions, develop implementation plans, analyze statements, estimate agency costs, and report progress.
Draft rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to child care regulation.
Maintain current knowledge of project management, child development, regulatory practices, health and safety, and related fields.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Project management principles, processes, and techniques.
Texas legislative and rule‑making processes.
Systems coordination within government agencies.
Implementing complex projects and legislation.
Research, analyze, and solve complex program and policy issues.
Setting goals and objectives; managing multiple priorities.
Developing and implementing effective solutions.
Communicating complex information clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Working with diverse teams; leading workgroups and meetings.
Using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Developing creative solutions to complex problems.
Leading multiple high‑priority projects to completion.
Planning, assigning, prioritizing, supervising, and reviewing others’ work.
Interpreting federal and state statutes, regulations, agency rules, and procedures.
Training others; preparing briefings, reports, and communications.
Adapting to team growth and organizational change.
Initial Screening Criteria Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university plus one year of experience writing or interpreting policy and rule; or four years of experience writing and implementing state or federal laws or regulations may substitute for the degree. Preferred experience includes: implementing policy or rule for a governmental agency, coordinating group discussions, organizing project information, tracking project progress, and writing reports.
ADA Accommodations HHSC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable accommodation during hiring and selection for qualified individuals with disabilities. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance.
Pre‑Employment Checks and Work Eligibility Selected applicants may need to pass background checks and other due diligence. HHSC uses E‑Verify; I‑9 documentation must be presented on the first day of employment.
Telework Disclaimer This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies, supervisor discretion, and business needs.
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Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC)
Department:
CCL Policy & Program Ops
Posting Number:
12473
Closing Date:
01/19/2026
Location:
701 W 51ST ST, Austin, TX
Salary:
$7,438.29 – $9,508.25 per month (Monthly pay)
Shift:
Day;
Telework:
Eligible;
Travel:
Up to 15%
Employment Type:
Regular, Full time;
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Job Summary Under the direction of the Child Care Regulation Director for Policy, Rules and Program Support, the Program Specialist VII plans and executes advanced consultative services and technical assistance. The role manages high‑priority projects, develops project schedules, monitors progress, leads meetings, resolves challenges, and provides training. During legislative sessions, the specialist tracks and analyzes legislation, develops cost estimates, and reports implementation status. The position operates with significant independence, leads rule development, and collaborates with agency staff, external stakeholders, and the public.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate projects with senior leadership to implement legislation, major initiatives, and high‑priority projects across rule development, IT, policy changes, website updates, and stakeholder communication.
Lead project progress, maintain accountability tools, and report status to leadership and stakeholders.
Provide technical assistance to CCR staff, agency programs, and external stakeholders; facilitate communication; lead workgroups.
Prioritize and develop program initiatives; oversee staff work; train CCR staff on project management and legislative tracking.
Track legislation during sessions, develop implementation plans, analyze statements, estimate agency costs, and report progress.
Draft rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to child care regulation.
Maintain current knowledge of project management, child development, regulatory practices, health and safety, and related fields.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Project management principles, processes, and techniques.
Texas legislative and rule‑making processes.
Systems coordination within government agencies.
Implementing complex projects and legislation.
Research, analyze, and solve complex program and policy issues.
Setting goals and objectives; managing multiple priorities.
Developing and implementing effective solutions.
Communicating complex information clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Working with diverse teams; leading workgroups and meetings.
Using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Developing creative solutions to complex problems.
Leading multiple high‑priority projects to completion.
Planning, assigning, prioritizing, supervising, and reviewing others’ work.
Interpreting federal and state statutes, regulations, agency rules, and procedures.
Training others; preparing briefings, reports, and communications.
Adapting to team growth and organizational change.
Initial Screening Criteria Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university plus one year of experience writing or interpreting policy and rule; or four years of experience writing and implementing state or federal laws or regulations may substitute for the degree. Preferred experience includes: implementing policy or rule for a governmental agency, coordinating group discussions, organizing project information, tracking project progress, and writing reports.
ADA Accommodations HHSC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable accommodation during hiring and selection for qualified individuals with disabilities. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance.
Pre‑Employment Checks and Work Eligibility Selected applicants may need to pass background checks and other due diligence. HHSC uses E‑Verify; I‑9 documentation must be presented on the first day of employment.
Telework Disclaimer This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies, supervisor discretion, and business needs.
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