Housing Program Specialist

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous time off

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Austin seeks a Program Specialist V for the Housing program in BH-Adult Mental Health Svcs. The role is full-time and located at 4601 W Guadalupe St, Austin, TX. Salary ranges from $4,523.16 to $7,253.83 per month, with telework eligibility and up to 20% travel.

FLSA: Nonexempt; Regular, Day shift; Primary posting 20864; Closing date 09/16/2026. Eligible benefits include 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time staff, defined benefit

Job description

Date: Sep 2, 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: Housing Program Specialist

Job Title: Program Specialist V

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: BH-Adult Mental Health Svcs

Posting Number: 20864

Closing Date: 09/16/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Community and Social Services

Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $7,253.83

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21

Shift: Day

Additional Shift: Days (First)

Telework: Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 20%

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:

MOS Codes: 16GX,60C0,611X,612