Job/Position DescriptionThe Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks highly qualified candidates to fill the Program Specialist VI position with Community Services (CS), Community Care Services (CCS), Community Care Services Contracts (CCSC) Section. HHSC is driven by its mission statement and#147;We Serve Texas.and#148; The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment that emphasizes fidelity to our mission, collegiality to internal and external stakeholders, nurturing talent within our team, open and transparent communication, and agility to adapt quickly to challenges and changes. Under the direct supervision of the CCSC Director, the CCSC Senior Advisor performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Work involves planning, developing, and implementing major CS/CCS/CCSC initiatives, projects, and advance technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders. Seeks clarification or direction from CS Leadership, Legal Services as needed or required. Disseminates information, policy, and procedures. The CCSC Senior Advisor provides consultation, coordination, and oversight and research of projects, assignments, studies, and analysis of operations. Also prepares reports associated with planning, developing, and implementing or administering projects for CCSC. Facilitates and assists in the establishment of priorities, standards, and measurements for determining progress in meeting goals. Prepares and facilitates the coordination of administrative reports and studies, legislative and other executive management presentations, and performs specialized research projects. Responsibilities include state and federal audit coordination and legislative coordination including legislative bill analysis for CCSC. As needed, participates in executive or personnel meetings with or as a representative of the CCSC Director. The CCSC Senior Advisor exercises sound judgement in making critical decisions, analyzing complex information, interpreting State and Federal laws. Supports overall CCSC operations. Applies appropriate intervention and administrative remedies. Represents CCSC at meetings, workgroups, projects, and conferences. This position may serve as a lead worker providing direction to others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The position requires professional communication and interaction with agency executive management and program staff, other state agency staff, elected officials and their staff, contractors, service providers, advocacy groups, consumers, families, and other stakeholders.Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Must also perform other duties as assigned and necessary. EJF 1 Develops and manages highly complex initiatives for CCSC by leading/participating in workgroups and projects. Conducts analysis of legislative bills, audit findings, Texas Administrative Code, contracting policy and procedures. Completes research, white papers, and provides high quality reports. Reviews contract policy and procedures to provide technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders. Collaborates with staff across areas and agencies to oversee the development and implementation of policies related to contracting. Works to identify risks and issues and develops mitigation strategies and solutions. (Percentage of Time Spent on Tasks https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=612790 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.