Remote-Eligible OADRC Policy & Grants Specialist

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Program Specialist VI in the Local Access and Support department. The role leads policy development, supports legislative initiatives, conducts focused research, and ensures grant compliance across ADRCs. Telework may be available per policy.

The position reports to the Program Supervisor of the OADRC and focuses on enhancing service delivery for 28 ADRCs statewide. Strong analytical and policy-writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Texas administrative rule development and state legislative processes.
• 2 years of experience in grant-funded programs and performance monitoring.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, policies, rules related to health and human services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, revision, and implementation of OADRC program rules and administrative policies.
• Monitor, analyze, and support compliance with federal and state grant requirements.
• Conduct and apply research on populations served by ADRCs to inform program design.
• Provide technical expertise and draft responses to legislative inquiries and executive information requests.
• Design and deliver training and technical assistance to ADRC staff and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-system collaboration and contribute to strategic planning with internal and external partners.
• Represent the OADRC program in HHSC workgroups, public meetings, and interagency task forces.
• Prepare briefing materials, issue papers, and legislative reports to support informed decision-making by leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Policy development

Grant compliance

Research and analysis

Training delivery

Stakeholder collaboration

Policy writing

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Program Specialist VI in the Local Access and Support department. The role leads policy development, supports legislative initiatives, conducts focused research, and ensures grant compliance across ADRCs. Telework may be available per policy.

The position reports to the Program Supervisor of the OADRC and focuses on enhancing service delivery for 28 ADRCs statewide. Strong analytical and policy-writing skills are essential.