RS IV Campus Administrator

Texas Health and Human Services; Mexia (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Defined benefit pension

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services is seeking a RS IV - Campus Admin at Mexia State Supported Living Center. You will serve as after-hours on-duty oversight staff, monitoring facilities and responding to incidents, with rotating 4p-12a or 12a-8a shifts depending on schedule.

The position requires knowledge of IDD services, strong incident response, and ability to coordinate investigations. Telework is not available; weekend/holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Two years of experience with people who have IDD, responding to emergencies or conducting audits/monitoring.
• Able to pass background checks and meet program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Attends regular shifts as scheduled, including rotating evenings/nights.
• Monitors homes and grounds, documents incidents and communicates with administration.
• Act as liaison for abuse/neglect allegations and first respondent on critical incidents.
• Coordinate and assist with investigations and trend analyses to improve programs.
• Train staff on approved policies and procedures and participate in audits.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Date: Oct 8, 2026

Location: MEXIA, 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.

Job Details

• Functional Title: RS IV Campus Administrator
• Job Title: RS IV - Campus Admin
• Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
• Department: Incident Management
• Posting Number: 22220
• Closing Date: 10/22/2026
• Posting Audience: Internal and External
• Occupational Category: Community and Social Services
• Salary Range: $4,094.50 - $5,372.41
• Pay Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Group: TEXAS-A-17
• Shift: Regular Night
• Additional Shift: Evenings (Second); Nights (Third)
• Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
• Travel: Up to 5%
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location: Mexia State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: MEXIA

Job Location Address: 540 CHAPEL DRIVE

Other Locations:

MOS Codes: No military equivalent

Brief Job Description

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you! The Campus Administrator serves as the after-hours on-duty professional oversight staff. This position will work five (5) 8 hour shifts on either the 4p-12a shift or the 12a-8a shift on a rotating schedule. The Campus Administrator is responsible for continuously monitoring the homes and grounds, watching for unusual occurrences and addressing emergencies and incidents immediately upon discovery. Documents nightly issues, concerns, and incidents for administrative review. Serves as the contact person for abuse/neglect allegations and as the first responding professional staff on the scene of a critical incident. Initiates Preliminary Unusual Incident Reports and other investigations. Evaluates incidents and makes recommendations for changes and/or improvement to the team and to administration. Completes special audits and trending projects to ensure ongoing service delivery and the health and safety of the people served. Works closely with administrative/supervisory staff to coordinate and monitor service delivery. Works under limited supervision with the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports directly to the Incident Manager. Within 6 months of hire, must complete Fundamentals of Investigations training course. This position may require non-traditional work hours such as overnights, 10-hour shifts, and/or 12-hour shifts.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.
• Completes routine, ongoing monitoring of homes and grounds, addressing unusual occurrences, emergencies, and incidents immediately upon discovery. Documents and reports findings.
• Serves as contact person for abuse/neglect allegations, and serious incidents and responds immediately to ensure the safety and health of individuals. Serve as the liaison with the Health and Human Services Commission – Provider Investigations division.
• Serves as first responding professional staff on the scene of a critical incident providing direction and guidance to staff and making sound decisions to deescalate the incident.
• Coordinates and/or assists with unusual incidents including preliminary investigations to ensure compliance with appropriate rules and standards. Serves as a member of the Incident Management Team, providing recommendations for issue resolution.
• Conducts special audits and monitoring as scheduled or requested to ensure on-going service delivery and the health and safety of individuals served. Follows up with Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Impairments (ICF/IID) issues and implementation of plans of correction.
• Provides input into the Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QAQI) to improve facility operations and services.
• Instructs, trains, and provides in-service to facility staff on approved policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Investigates and analyzes trends and assists in resolving technical problems and recommending activities to produce improved programs and operations.
• Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge, or ability to gain knowledge, of ICF/IID standards.
• Knowledge, or ability to gain knowledge, of the facility Operating Procedures Manual (OPM).
• Knowledge, or ability to gain knowledge, of Physical and Nutritional Management Plans (PNMP), Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP), Ukeru and Safe Use of Restraints (SUR) techniques.
• Ability to communicate with others orally and in writing.
• Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers.
• Ability to use good judgment in dealing with unusual incidents.
• Ability to train staff in job-related subject areas.
• Ability to perform SUR and Ukeru once trained.
• Physical ability to perform direct contact duties and to complete regular rounds over a wide area.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

None

Required

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent;
• Two (2) years of experience which includes one or more of the following: working with people who have Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), responding to emergencies and incidents, conducting audits or monitoring, investigating alleged abuse, neglect or exploitation.

Preferred

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university;
• Experience supervising others, training others or supervising projects;
• Experience dealing with unusual incidents (such as abuse, neglect and exploitation, allegations of serious injuries or assaultive behaviors, choking incidents, fires, etc.) in an ICF-IID setting, or other residential setting.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

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.

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