Regional Director

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Functional Title: Regional Director
Job Title: Director II
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: FACILITY AND WAREHOUSE SERVICE
Posting Number: 21339
Closing Date: 03/11/2027
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range: $7,015.16- $9,439.83
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27
Shift: Day
Additional Shift:
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 8003,8040,8041,8042,10C0,111X,112X,113X,114X,20C0,30C0,40C0,611X,612X,631X,641X,648X,90G0,91C0,91W0
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Job Description:

Director II- Under the general direction of the Director of Facilities, administers and directs programs for a geographic area designated by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Serves as Regional Director in the geographic area, employs appropriate organizational and management skills to carry out policies, procedures, and standards. Accountable for the quality of management employed in carrying out this mission. Performs complex managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning for both the financial and business divisions of the regional RAS team. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others. Manages all aspects of the budget, including budget requests, monitoring of budget, allocation, and expenditures of funds. Develops and maintains working relationships with internal leaders, community leaders, advisory groups, advocacy groups, and elected officials including county judges and state legislators. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

(35%) Provides vision, directions and leadership in developing, implementing, or monitoring programs goals/objectives, policies, protocols, or training initiatives.

(20%) Communicates on a complex level with others (internally or externally) to provide, exchange or verify information, answer inquires, address issues, or resolve problems or complaints.

(10%) Supervises unit/staff including planning work schedules, monitoring output, and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

(10%) Selects, manages, and develops staff through conferences, mentoring, training and performance appraisal.

(10%) Directs or coordinates the activities of units (for example, budgeting, time and labor, data processing, fiscal, contracts, property management, complaint investigations, daily operations).

(10%) Interacts with staff or customers to discuss results of special reviews, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance to resolve issues.

(5%) Analyzes current/potential effect of current/proposed legislation, regulations, policies, or court rulings on agency operations.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program area; and of the principles and practices of public administration and management.

Knowledge of facilities management principles and related state and federal policies, rules and requirements.

Knowledge of contract management.

Skill in working collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse groups and in conflict resolution.

Skill in managing multiple and competing priorities.

Ability to direct and organize program activities. Ability to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.

Ability to identify problems, evaluate policies and procedures and implement effective solutions. Ability to develop and evaluate policies and procedures. Ability to prepare concise reports.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing as demonstrated in the application.

Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and creative problem-solving techniques in emergency, stressful, and/or complex situations.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Experience within facility management, financial, supply and leasing programs. Management experience above the first line supervisor level . Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Finance, Property Management / Real Estate, or similarly related degree. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis up to four years.

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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 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 aiapply.co. 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.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

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.