Project Manager IV

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: Project Manager IV 
Job Title: Project Manager IV 
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc 
Department: OFC OF INTERAGCY COORD. CONDCT 
Posting Number: 7090 
Closing Date: 07/30/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-26 
Salary Range: $6,377.50 - $10,785.83 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Eligible for 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:  
MOS Codes: No direct military equivalent. 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

Performs advanced (senior-level) project management work for the Office of Background and Search Services (OBSS) Division, including the Office of Interagency Coordination for Reportable Conduct (OICRC),  Background Checks (BC) and Family Inquiry Network/Database Research System (FINDRS). This position will serve as the project manager for implementation of the interagency reportable conduct search engine and as a program liaison for technology related projects in OBSS. Work involves coordinating the planning and initiation of diverse projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties. May direct, assign, and evaluate the work of project staff. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:

Directs, develops, and evaluates projects using accepted project management methodologies.

Initiates multi-agency or enterprise-level projects, obtains authorization and commitment, and demonstrates business need and project feasibility.

Develops criteria for evaluating programs, proposals, and other pertinent information related to project assignments.

Develops project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, and cost estimates and projections.

Develops and implements plans to communicate project methodology and processes to interested groups and team members.

Reviews and recommends proposals and bids to management.

Monitors and manages project quality and cost to ensure that project deliverables are acceptable, fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications, and are completed within budget.

Identifies potential project risks and difficulties and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.

Compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures.

Coordinates project activities with other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private sector partners and contractors.

Creates documentation procedures to capture and manage changes in original project plan.

May occasionally oversee multiple projects concurrently.

May testify before legislative and interested groups on project status and other issues of public interest.

May direct, assign, and evaluate the work of project staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of project management theories, lifecycles and practices applicable to projects that are highly complex in scope; systems and procedures used to evaluate a third-party vendor’s performance; and local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project undertaken.

Knowledge of software development lifecycles as well as the processes and best practices of business requirement elicitation, software development, testing, security, accessibility, and implementation for software products.

Skill in interpersonal relationships, including the ability to work with people under pressure, negotiate among multiple parties, resolve conflicts, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with various level personnel in governmental entities.

Ability to manage multiple projects and project activities; to establish project goals and objectives; to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions; to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues; to demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills; to identify project risks and gaps; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to direct, assign, and evaluate the work of project staff.

Ability to mentor others in a constructive manner and follow through on assignment completion.

Ability to adhere to established DFPS project management practices and drive improvements where appropriate.

Ability to analyze and interpret complicated technical information and translate it to easily understandable and concise documents and oral presentations for project team members, agency executives, and other stakeholders.

Ability to provide leadership of software development projects and work cooperatively in a team environment.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP), Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP), or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) from the Project Management Institute is preferred.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience leading and managing projects may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis up to four years.

Three years of experience leading and managing projects.

Experience with Department of Protective and Regulatory Services (DFPS) information and technology systems is preferred

Experience with background check related projects is preferred.

Additional Information:

Postion is eligible for telework as permitted by policy

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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. 

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