Regional Director

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION; Grand Prairie (TX); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (100% paid)

Pension plan

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Regional Director to lead operations in Region 3. Based in Grand Prairie, TX, you will direct facilities programs, manage budgets, and collaborate with community and governmental partners to advance agency goals.

This exempt full-time role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to translate policy into effective programs. Telework is eligible; salary range is $7,015.16 to $9,439.83 monthly.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program area.
• Knowledge of facilities management principles and related policies.
• Knowledge of contract management.
• Skill in working collaboratively with diverse groups and in conflict resolution.
• Ability to direct and organize program activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provides vision, directions and leadership in developing, implementing, or monitoring programs goals/objectives.
• Communicates on a complex level with others to exchange information and resolve issues.
• Supervises unit/staff including planning work schedules and ensuring compliance.
• Directs or coordinates activities of units including budgeting, contracts, and operations.
• Interacts with staff or customers to discuss results of reviews and studies.
• Analyzes potential effects of legislation on agency operations.

Skills

Public administration

Facilities management

Contract management

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration

Job description

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: Regional Director Job Title: Director II Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Region 3 Administration Posting Number: 20902 Closing Date: 03/04/2027 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: Days (First) Telework: Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 30% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Facility Location

Job Location City: GRAND PRAIRIE
Job Location Address: 801 S STATE HIGHWAY 161
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 8003,8040,8041,8042,10C0,111X,112X,113X,114X,20C0,30C0,40C0,611X,612X,631X,641X,648X,90G0,91C0,91W0
97E0,SEI15

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

• (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 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.