HR Generalist - Flex Schedule (Day Shift & Night Shift)

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don't match-often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.
Here's what you get as a full-time employee:

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members-saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that's time off you're actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance -at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster.

ERS recruitment brochure
Functional Title: TAG Human Resources Specialist IV Job Title: Human Resources Spclst IV Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc Department: Talent Acquisition Group Posting Number: 17860 Closing Date: 06/24/2026 Posting Audience: TEXAS-B-22 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First) Telework: Travel: Up to 35% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: DALLAS Job Location Address: 8700 N STEMMONS FWY Other Locations: MOS Codes: 0102,0111,0147,0170,0171,4801,4802,4803,4804,4810,4821,8411,8412,8421,8422,8840,120X,168X,38FX,3F0X1
The purpose of this position is to support all programs in the planning, development, and implementation of recruiting and hiring strategies aimed at selecting high-quality staff able to provide effective protective and regulatory services to families in need. The position implements recruitment efforts by following talent acquisition strategies that support the success of agency caseworker positions. Identifies and directs recruitment opportunities by researching new sources for talent and developing positive relationships with industry professionals to include attending job fairs, community events and non-profit functions.
Directs posting efforts, conducts interview screening, refers candidates for additional assessments as needed, schedules interviews, coordinates hiring panels with supervisors, conducts reference checks and works with program to make recommendations for hire.
Interfaces with other entities (Northgate Arinso , HHSC HR, etc.) on program issues related to hiring. Represents program area at agency planning sessions, committees, work groups, and meetings related to hiring and recruitment. May review and comment on policy changes.
Coordinates with agency supervisors to attend recruitment events and help promote the agency as an employer of choice. Serves as liaison between applicants and hiring supervisors. Works with supervisors to help fill vacancies efficiently.
Fills positions within expected timeframes as established by the division and in response to hiring needs.
Interprets hiring policies related to employment to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and provides technical assistance to agency staff and others. Provides reports as needed to regional staff on the status of hiring. Develops and delivers training to regional supervisory staff as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.
Knowledge of successful employment recruiting practices
Ability to network with other agencies, colleges, and companies
Ability to work independently with remote supervision
Ability to make effective decisions in the best interest of customers

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
Three years full-time consultative, supervisory, managerial, social service, professional, human resources, or technical work which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material or Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience.
One additional year full-time consultative, human resources, supervisory, managerial, social service, professional or technical work which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material or Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education, with a maximum substitution of four years.
Graduate degree may be substituted for the required experience, with a maximum substitution of two years.
TAG Hiring Specialists hire for DFPS direct delivery positions in Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, Child Care Investigations, Residential Child Care Investigations, and Statewide Intake. The position will provide hiring support for other program areas as needed.
Demonstrable working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and access and use of warehouse-based data

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to talk and hear, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone. Due to the multi-site responsibilities of this position the incumbent must be able to carry equipment and supplies (up to 35 pounds). The position requires standing and/or walking in excess of 7 hours a day.

TRAVEL:

• Frequent travel may be required; some overnight travel is possible
Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment may require travel in aircraft.
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. Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver's record check.
Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.
As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

Please review the following link for authorized documents: .
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS 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/DFPS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io.