Enterprise Technology Coordinator

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services is seeking an Information Technology BA IV in Austin to serve as an enterprise technology coordinator within the CTO organization. You will manage complex IT projects, coordinate with vendors, architects, and delivery teams, and translate technology direction into concrete execution across programs including AI initiatives.

The ideal candidate has senior-level project management experience, strong governance knowledge, and the ability to communicate effectively

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information systems, business administration, mathematics, or a related field is generally preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in enterprise IT environments, including experience coordinating vendors, projects, financial management, or technology deployment initiatives.
• Experience working within a CTO, enterprise architecture, or centralized technology organization specific to health and human services is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Project coordination and management involving scope, schedules, resource plans, budgets, and communications.
• IT governance, financial reporting, and risk/issue management within HHSC context.
• Translate enterprise technology direction into coordinated execution of AI technology initiatives across programs and vendors.
• Engage with architects, IT governance, and delivery teams to ensure alignment with enterprise direction.

Skills

IT governance

Portfolio management

Financial management

Project management

Agile and Waterfall

Communication with IT teams

Enterprise cloud platforms

System integration

Cybersecurity awareness

Vendor engagement

Executive-level presenting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems / business administration / mathematics

Tools

None

Job description

Date: Jul 30, 2026

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Enterprise Technology Coordinator

Job Title: Information Technology BA IV

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICE

Posting Number: 19549

Closing Date: 10/28/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical

Salary Range: $7,015.16 - $10,416.66

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27

Shift: Day

Additional Shift: Days (First)

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: 8846,8848,8858,14NX,15AX,16KX,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,25B,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,782X,CYB10,CYB11,ISM

IT,Z Prefix

This position is open to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents.

This onsite role requires the selected candidate to work from an HHS office in Austin, Texas.

The Enterprise Technology Coordinator performs advanced (senior-level) enterprise technology coordination and project management work within the HHSC-CTO organization. In addition to strong coordination, technical, financial, project, and leadership skills, this role requires a practical understanding of modern enterprise technologies including a broad understanding of project management practices at HHSC to effectively engage with vendors, architects, IT governance, and delivery teams.

The role serves as an IT delivery coordinator, working closely with the CTO architects, and other IT areas to translate enterprise technology direction into coordinated execution of artificial intelligence technology across programs and vendors. This role offers opportunities for growth for individuals with a clear understanding of Texas Health and Human Services business practices and processes for IT deliveries.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Project coordination and management involve defining and managing scope and customer expectations; detailed project schedules; resource plans; project plans; communications plans; budgets and cost tracking; presentations and briefings; metrics reporting; risk / issues and associated mitigation activities; quality control; change management processes; customer acceptance; lessons learned; and archiving project documentation. (25%)

IT and systems integration standards to perform project planning work, alternatives analysis, and risk analysis/management. Support the programs to address desired business process and technology improvements. Develops productive working relationships with program area. Understands IT governance and financial reporting processes. (25%)

Apply principles of HHS Monitors and manage projects to completion. Monitors and management project quality to ensure project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications. (20%)

Supports the development of vendor technical strategies, organizational strategies, project plans, charts, diagrams, tables, monthly and final reports that depict present and proposed systems in terms of costs, benefits derived, and tasks accomplished. (15%)

Initiates, develops, maintains, and completes, in collaboration with the Enterprise Technology Manager, a clearly defined technical and project management professional learning path to support the successful delivery of artificial intelligence technology initiatives. Completion of this learning path is required as part of the employee’s regular daily duties and responsibilities. (15%)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of IT governance, portfolio management, financial management, and technology planning processes
• Ability to plan, prioritize and implement assigned projects, including contributions to project management tasks or personnel
• Experienced with Agile and Waterfall development methods in the HHSC environment.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of systems analysis, including technologies, products, trends, standards, operations, best practices and related governance
• Ability to communicate effectively with IT teams and others at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of enterprise application ecosystems, cloud platforms, and shared technology services
• Knowledge of system integration, data flows, and dependencies across enterprise platforms
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, resiliency, and operational considerations in large-scale IT environments
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, application ecosystems, and enterprise integration concepts
• Skill in coordinating across matrixed organizations without direct authority
• Skill in vendor engagement and technology delivery coordination
• Skill in synthesizing complex technical and delivery information for executive audiences
• Skill in engaging in credible technical discussions with architects, engineers, and vendors
• Skill in translating technical concepts into executive-level summaries and recommendations
• Ability to align product and vendor activities to established enterprise direction
• Ability to surface risks, dependencies, and trade-offs for leadership decision-making
• Ability to understand and question technology approaches to ensure alignment with enterprise direction
• Ability to recognize operational risks and elevate them appropriately

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

None

Initial Screening Criteria

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information systems, business administration, mathematics, or a related field is generally preferred.

At least 7 years of experience in enterprise IT environments, including experience coordinating vendors, projects, financial management, or technology deployment initiatives, is required.

Experience working within a CTO, enterprise architecture, or centralized technology organization specific to health and human services is strongly preferred. Experience supporting executive leadership, governance, financial reporting, or portfolio coordination is also preferred.

Additional Information

Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

Selected candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Selected candidate must be willing to commute to the office on the required days.

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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 1-888-894-4747. 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.

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