FGDM Spec FSS II

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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: FGDM Spec FSS II 
Job Title: FGDM Spec FSS II 
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc 
Department: Region 7 CPS Dir Del -FGDM 
Posting Number: 7778 
Closing Date: 08/21/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Protective Services 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21 
Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $7,253.83 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 70% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: BRYAN 
Job Location Address: 2400 OSBORN 
Other Locations: Bryan; Temple 
MOS Codes: 31D, 35L, 35M, 68X, 73A, 311A, 351L, 351M, HM, IS, NC, 183X, 230X, 683X, 783X, IV, MST, INV, ISS 
OAP12, 0149, 5821, 5822, 5832, 1N0X1, 4C0X1, 4E0X1, 14NX, 42SX, 43HX, 71SX, 0868, 66C, 47L, 66R 
67D, L24A, 001387 
 

CPS FGDM Spec FSS II The position works under the direct supervision of the Child Protective Investigations (CPI) and functions as the CPI Family Group Decision Making (FGDM) supervisor over Family Team Meetings for the region. This position will assist the region in developing action plans, timelines and expected outcomes for the family team meeting program. The position will supervise and train additional staff to perform the facilitator function, as well as perform the roles of coordinator for preparation before and follow up after the meetings. The position will provide support by identifying previous research, training staff on the family group decision making model, assist in documenting the process developed for the region and provide routine program updates. The FGDM specialist will assist in developing policies and procedures for family group decision-making and collaborate with the CPS state office Liaison and CAPTA evaluation staff. The position will provide technical assistance to other areas of the region as expansion and region-wide implementation is planned. The position will be responsible for assisting in the development of regional policies, procedures and protocols to expand FGDM from pilot phases to additional field sites and will help the regional staff increase family-centered practice, engage the family in the planning process and use family strengths to overcome safety, permanency and wellbeing barriers. The position will work in conjunction with regional management, CPS state office, and caseworkers, to create a statewide process that embraces family strengths to resolve family issues.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

• Serves as lead FGDM facilitator, including supervising FGDM Staff, preparation, facilitation and follow up for family meetings in the program.

• Serves as the lead in developing the regional Family Group Decision Making (FGDM) model by developing action plans, time lines and expected outcomes for the project.

• Assists in the development and implementation of regional policies, procedures and protocols for FGDM pilot, and subsequent expansion and replication, in close coordination with other FGDM Specialists and the identified CPS state office liaison.

•Trains and informs regional staff and community stakeholders in the FGDM model and monitors district staff procedures to ensure the program goals are being realized.

• Works with community and professional groups to coordinate, improve and strengthen knowledge between CPS and external stakeholders.

• Prepares administrative reports to facilitate collection of region/district data associated with the FGDM model to monitor performance outcomes and the initiative effectiveness and makes recommendations for improvements.

• Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.

• Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among co-workers and all work-related contacts.

• Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• In depth knowledge of CPS/CPI program policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations.

• Skill in supervising and leading others.

• Skill in solving problems.

• Organizational and time management skills.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with agency staff at all levels and with community groups.

• Ability to work with volunteers, individuals and groups from diverse populations.

• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

• Ability to develop work teams.

• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.

• Four years full-time consultative, supervisory, managerial, social service, professional or technical work which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material or Texas Department of Family & Protective Services experience. Acceptable Substitutions:

• One additional year full-time consultative, supervisory, managerial, social service, professional or technical work which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material or Texas Department of Family & Protective Services experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education, with a maximum substitution of four years.

• Graduate degree may be substituted for the required experience, with a maximum substitution of two years.

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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.