Program Manager

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Functional Title: Program Manager Job Title: Program Manager Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: CCSE Region 08 Eligibility Det Posting Number: 6464 Closing Date: 10/02/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Community and Social Services Salary Range: $5,098.66-$8,304.83 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-23 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 30% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: DEL RIO Job Location Address: 173 WILDCAT DR Other Locations: San Antonio MOS Codes: 0203,0207,0302,0370,0520,0602,0802,1802,1803,2340,5502,6302,6502,7202,7208,7210,7220,7502,8005,8858 9702,16GX,3D0X1,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,86P0,8U000,9G100,BOSN,ELC,ISS,MAT,MED,MLES,MSSD MSSE,MSSR,OSS,WEPS The Program Manager manages Community Care Services Eligibility (CCSE) direct delivery program activities. Provides effective leadership to a team of CCSE direct delivery supervisors and their staff as well as administrative support staff. Manages regional program eligibility and enrollment activities to ensure performance targets are met. Participates in workgroups, meetings and trainings to include presentations to community partners, internal staff, and others. Assists Community Care Services Eligibility Regional Director in administrative activities. Ensures timely and effective delivery of services to individuals. Essential Job Functions Selects, manages, and develops staff through conferences, mentoring, training, and performance appraisal. Prepares management reports and analyzes information to keep management informed. Plans, coordinates, and monitors service delivery to ensure effective and efficient program operations. Provides appropriate interpretation of policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and standards to regional staff, state office staff, applicants, consumers, providers, vendors, the public, public officials, etc. Collects, organizes, analyzes, and prepares information and data in response to requests for information, reports, and inquiries. Manages office operations and internal resources effectively. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with management, staff, community partners, other state agencies, federal agencies and others. Communicates on a complex level with community groups, stakeholders, and private agencies associated with programs and services to resolve problems, provide and exchange information, respond to inquiries, and improve program effectiveness and participants in group and/or community presentations. Supports the Regional Director by assisting in management and administrative operations. Participates in Disaster Relief activities to include volunteer scheduling and tracking as well as the development and maintenance of regional business continuity plans and procedures. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policies, adheres to agency work rules and policies, and performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge Skills Abilities Selects, manages, and develops staff through conferences, mentoring, training, and performance appraisals. Prepares management reports; analyzes information to keep management informed; and responds effectively to issues. Coordinates and monitors service delivery to ensure effective and efficient program operations. Knows and interprets policies, procedures, rules, regulations, or standards to others (for example: staff, applicants, individuals, providers, the public, vendors, and public officials). Working knowledge of HHSC eligibility systems such as Microsoft SharePoint and the ability to establish and maintain effective monitoring systems. Develops and maintains working relationships with others (for example: agency staff or representatives of community resources, other state agencies, federal agencies, or the public). Collects, organizes, analyzes, and prepares materials in response to requests for information and reports. Manages office operations and internal resources effectively. Develops and maintains community resources and public relations, which includes representing HHSC on committees and work groups and consulting with public and private agencies to identify and resolve problems and discuss program effectiveness. Responds to and coordinates the resolution of Legislative and individual inquiries and complaints. Skill in the development and maintenance of business continuity plans and procedures. Registration or Licensure Requirements Must have current valid driver's license. Initial Selection Criteria Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university preferred. Minimum of 2 years’ managerial experience at a supervisor level or above in CCSE required. Excellent written communications as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the state application. Additional Information Must be willing to attend training and/or meetings which may require overnight stay. Must be willing to travel up to 30% of the time. Must be willing to work overtime as needed. Other Location 1067 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX 78228 Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC. 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 to those 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 Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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. 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. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev