Federal Funds Director

WHY WORK FOR DFPS?

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected — children, elderly, and people with disabilities — from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's Mission, Vision, & Values in service to the citizens of Texas. DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts on many products and services through the Discount Purchase Program, longevity pay, generous paid leave, access to the Wellness program, lifetime retirement annuity, Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.

Functional Title: Federal Funds Director 
Job Title: Director II 
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc 
Department: Federal Funds 
Posting Number: 6915 
Closing Date: 09/16/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27 
Salary Range: $7,015.16 - $11,000.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD 
Other Locations: Austin 
MOS Codes: No direct military equivalent. 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) managerial work within the Office of Finance providing direction and guidance in operations and planning pertaining to federal funds management. Oversees the development of federal funds and best practices. Provides consultation to the Budget Director for Federal Funds, Forecasting and Client Services pertaining to federal funds operations, and coordinates with agency divisional and executive leadership to implement fiscal policies, programs, and procedures. Provides subject matter expertise, performance metrics and data regarding federal funds operations to agency and division leadership and develops program improvements. Supervises the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. 

Essential Job Functions

•Manages and directs the development and implementation of federal funds policies, procedures, and best practices for federal cost allocation including.
•Directs the planning and coordination of major budgeting activities of the Federal Funds team, including assisting with federal budget reporting ,state plan request ,the Legislative Appropriations Request, and Annual Financial Report.
•Identifies policy or programmatic conflicts with funding sources and identifies changes to avoid noncompliance,
•Oversees implementation of improvements related to federal plans and funding.
•Establishes and implements long-term program performance, policy and program goals and objectives consistent with the agency’s mission and strategic plan.
•Develop, review, and/or approve federal applications and budgets.
•Monitor federal spending and provide guidance on allowable expenses.
•Recommend changes to allow for maximum utilization of funds.
•Assists Budget Director of Federal Funds, Forecasting and Client Services with providing oversight to ensure compliance with agency and fiscal policy meeting state and federal requirements.
•Plans, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and directs evaluation activities.
•Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, legislative sessions, conferences, or on boards, panels, committees, and intra-agency and external workgroups.
•Oversees the preparation and dissemination of budget reports, studies and information relating to federal funds and federal cost allocation operations and programs.
•Reviews results of internal audits, forecasts and other research studies pertaining to federal funds and the RMTS to provide direction and guidance on financial operations to foster efficient and effective delivery of financial services to the agency.
•Reviews and approves financial planning documents, as well as monthly and annual financial reports pertaining to federal funds and the RMTS.
•Provides subject matter expertise, performance metrics and data regarding federal funds and RMTS operations to agency and division leadership and develops program improvements.
•Develops processes to address critical agency needs and to maximize the use of federal funds.
•Plans, assigns, and supervises the daily activities of professional staff with responsibilities for the development, monitoring and modifications assigned program budget areas. Establishes goals and standards for the team and develops measurement tools for determining progress for meeting goals/standards. Tracks, monitors, and reports on staff workload to Director and leadership. Recruits, hires, coaches, and counsels’ employees. Performs other HR functions. 

 Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications

None

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Knowledge of federal grant process.
•Knowledge of the State of Texas legislative processes and procedures.
•Skill in written and oral communications.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to business and operational challenges.
•Ability to establish goals and objectives.
•Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
•Ability to develop and evaluate financial and administrative policies and procedures.
•Ability to explain policies and procedures to others.
•Ability to train others.

•Ability to analyze detailed and complex policies and financial data.
•Ability to prepare concise reports.

Initial Screening Criteria

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field is generally preferred but not required. Work experience in federal government grants and programs may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis. Prior management experience is preferred. Requires a minimum of three years of relevant experience in public administration, grants management, finance, or a related field.

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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. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.

Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver’s record check.

State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.

As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files. 

DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS 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/DFPS 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.