LTSS Policy Lead for Special Projects

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off benefits

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Austin seeks a Program Specialist IV to act as a Long Term Services and Supports Special Projects Policy Advisor. You will analyze federal and state legislation, prepare reports, and guide LTSS policy development in a collaborative, high-standards environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and accountability, with duties including policy analysis, meetings facilitation, and written documentation under limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in a related health and human services position.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular, predictable work schedule and perform other duties as assigned.
• Plan analysis, development, implementation, and documentation of federal/state legislation and regulations.
• Lead Medicaid LTSS workgroups and subcommittees to develop program materials.
• Prepare high-quality written documents, updates, memos, and legislative reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of Medicaid laws

Long term care services

Project oversight

Facilitating meetings

Policy research & analysis

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Austin seeks a Program Specialist IV to act as a Long Term Services and Supports Special Projects Policy Advisor. You will analyze federal and state legislation, prepare reports, and guide LTSS policy development in a collaborative, high-standards environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and accountability, with duties including policy analysis, meetings facilitation, and written documentation under limited supervision.