Program Specialist III

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Functional Title:Program Specialist III
Job Title:Program Specialist III
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Compliance and Quality Control
Posting Number:17518
Closing Date:07/08/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range:$4020.33-$4887.00
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-19
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
Telework:Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City:AUSTIN
Job Location Address:4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Other Locations:Austin
MOS Codes: 16GX60C0611X612X63G0641X712X86M08U000OSOSSPERSYNYNS

Job Description:

Performs complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work in the Single Audit Unit (SAU) of the Compliance and Quality Control Division (CQC). Work involves planning developing implementing utilizing and evaluating single audit program activities and systems. Coordinates and communicates with Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) funding agencies and vendors/contractors in support of single audit reporting requirements. Provides consultative services and technical assistance to HHS program staff and HHS vendors/contractors. Serves as a liaison between HHS program staff and HHS vendors/contractors. May provide guidance to others. Work is performed under general supervision of the SAU manager with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Serves as a liaison to HHS program staff regarding requirements for management responses for reported audit findings. Communicates and coordinates with HHS program staff on the submission of management responses to SAU. Performs quality assurance. Manages automated systems and processes notifications of single audit requirements and delinquencies to HHS vendors/contractors and HHS program staff. Manages single audit notifications by maintaining a tracking sheet and data system; tracks notifications for due dates. Provides consultative and technical assistance to HHS vendors/contractors and HHS program staff relating to single audit reporting and submission requirements. Responds to single audit inquiries via telephone or in writing. Escalates issues to SAU management when needed to ensure timely and accurate resolution. Provides technical support services including but not limited to running reports from an HHS system and creating annual and quarterly subrecipient lists for uploading into a data system. Provides ad hoc reports to program staff HHS vendors/contractors and CQC management. Participates in the development and updating of processes policies and procedures; provides technical services in support of SAU goals and objectives.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of state and federal laws relating to single audit reporting requirements preferred. Skill in using database and other automated systems. Skill in using Windows-based programs including Word Excel Outlook and Internet. Skill in interpersonal relations and conflict resolution. Ability to work and interact with people with diverse backgrounds. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to exercise judgment and work independently with minimum supervision.

Registrations Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

Experience with database and other automated systems. Experience with tracking critical dates and meeting deadlines. Experience with assessing the relevance and sufficiency of information. Experience using Windows-based programs including Word Excel and Outlook.

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Active Duty Military Reservists Guardsmen and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but not limited tothose listed in this posting. 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 Auditors Job Descriptions Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditors 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 on-line application contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-. 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.

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Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.