IT Director of Service Delivery

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.

Brief Job Description:

This position reports to the Deputy Chief Information Officer within the Information Technology Services Division at the Department of Family and Protective Services. The role will have management and oversight of delivery of software solutions supporting the business functions of DFPS to include Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Investigations, Statewide Intake and Administrative Functions.

This position performs highly advanced (senior-level) managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning. Work involves establishing the strategic plan and goals and objectives; developing policies, procedures, and guidelines; establishing priorities, standards, and measurement tools for determining progress in meeting goals; coordinating and evaluating program activities and/or business functions; and reviewing and approving budgets within a department or division. Supervises the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Directs program activities and/or business functions within a department(s) or division(s).

Oversees and/or prepares a division(s) or department(s) budget and reviews and approves major expenditures; and ensures that requirements of funding sources are met.

Oversees the collection, organization, analysis, and preparation of reports and studies, including management, productivity, and financial reports.

Develops and/or oversees the implementation of long-range and short-term plans. Develops and implements techniques for evaluating program activities and/or business functions; and identifies need for changes.

Develops, establishes, and implements goals and objectives consistent with the agency’s strategic plan; and develops standards for achieving those goals.

Develops policies, procedures, and guidelines; and monitors compliance.

Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.

Reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance.

Responds to legislative inquiries and requests for information, and participates in developing legislative appropriation requests.

Plans, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and directs evaluation activities.

May participate in or oversee strategic communication efforts.

Supervises the work of others.

Performs related work as assigned. Attends work on a regular basis and in accordance with agency policy. 

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program activities and/or business functions; and the principles and practices of public administration and management.

Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy. 

Ability to direct and organize program activities and/or business functions; to establish goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.

Registrations, License Requirements Or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience and education may be substituted for one another; or accredited Associate's degree plus two (2) years of relevant work experience or 60 accredited college credit hours plus two (2) years relevant work experience or 90 accredited college credit hours plus one (1) year of relevant work experience.   

Experience must be progressive and demonstrate management of large and complex programs. 

Experience in health and human services or child welfare experience is preferred. 

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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.

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.