Remote Legislative & Policy Coordinator

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission seeks a Program Specialist VII (Legislative Coordinator) to support strategic initiatives and legislative analyses in the Regulatory Services Division. The role coordinates inquiries, drafts communications, and tracks rulemaking and reporting tasks.

The position requires a four-year degree with two years in government relations, and offers telework eligibility, day shifts, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, plus two years of experience in government relations.
• Experience with Health and Human Services programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced consultative services and technical assistance in legislative and government relations issues.
• Coordinates responses to legislative and media inquiries and supports legislative implementation.
• Drafts and edits internal and external communications; maintains SharePoint sites and assists with rule routing and tracking.
• Plans, organizes, and monitors multiple projects, meeting deadlines and adapting to shifting priorities.

Skills

Legislative process

Public administration

Policy development

Communication skills

Project management

SharePoint

Writing analyses

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission seeks a Program Specialist VII (Legislative Coordinator) to support strategic initiatives and legislative analyses in the Regulatory Services Division. The role coordinates inquiries, drafts communications, and tracks rulemaking and reporting tasks.

The position requires a four-year degree with two years in government relations, and offers telework eligibility, day shifts, and a comprehensive benefits package.