X-ray Inspections North Branch Manager

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Functional Title: X-ray Inspections North Branch Manager 
Job Title: Manager IV 
Agency: Dept of State Health Services 
Department: Radiation 
Posting Number: 11491 
Closing Date: 12/08/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Management 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25 
Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 20% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM) 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 0203,0207,0302,0520,0602,0802,1802,5502,6302,6502,7202,7208,7210,7220,111X,112X,113X,114X,16GX,41AX 
611X,612X,631X,632X,641X,648X,86M0,86P0,8U000,9G100,SEI15 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

Under the direction of the Radiation Section Director, the manager performs highly advanced, complex senior-level managerial work managing the daily operations and functions of the Radiation X-ray Inspections North Branch. Manages, plans, and coordinates the performance of statewide programs. Provides technical expertise, oversight, and direction to staff and functions.

The position sets goals for staff, establishes priorities, plans, assigns, supervises their work, and is responsible for performance measures and outcomes. Responsible for employing appropriate organizational and management skills to develop policies, procedures, guidelines, schedules, and standards for staff and operations. Work involves evaluating resources, developing guidelines, and evaluating business functions and procedures for the branch’s programs. Identifies areas of process improvement and implements change. Prepares or approves responses to legislative requests and public inquiries. Contributes to the development of department administrative rules.

The manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the branch's program-related projects and initiatives. Represents the respective environmental monitoring programs in meetings. Work involves collaborating as needed with division executives, section directors, vendors/contractors, and external stakeholders—works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule following agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

EJF 1 - 20%--Coordinates inspectors, trainers, and clerical staff work to ensure that Section goals regarding radiological sources are met. Identifies radiation protection goals; develops procedures and training for inspectors that support those goals efficiently and effectively. Allocates staff resources for inspections. Recommends program and resource improvements. Develops special budget reports, personnel justifications, and technical information to support recommendations.

EJF 2 - 35%--Performs supervisory duties by policies and procedures. Posts job vacancies, hires qualified personnel, trains personnel, monitors performance, coaches, and counsels as needed. Approves time sheets and travel requests/vouchers.

EJF 3 - 20%--In coordination with Operations and Registration, contributes to inspection policies and procedures, rules, legislative bill analyses, and evaluates other entities' regulations and policies. Performs radiation detection and equipment evaluations and provides equipment recommendations.

EJF 4 - 10%--Performs duties of DSHS employee. Follows agency work rules and policies. Maintains accurate and timely submits timekeeping records, travel records, and activity records. Safely operates a state or personally owned vehicle. Maintains an acceptable driving record.

EJF 5 - 10%--Represents the agency on radiation issues to the public, advisory boards, legislature, professional organizations, and legal proceedings.

EJF 6 -  5%--Actively participates or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Actively participates on the agency's radiological emergency response team. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Radiation control, radiological health, and radiation safety practices and techniques;

Health physics, physical science, radiation, and mathematics;

Radiation detection, measurement, control and environmental monitoring equipment;

Information sources for radiation control, health physics, and environmental surveillance;

Federal and State laws and regulations; and

Radiation control program operations 

Skill in:

Reading, analyzing, and interpreting complex applications, regulations, and regulatory requirements; 

Written and oral communication of technical material; 

Communicating technical information at an appropriate level;

Managing multiple and competing priorities; and

Leadership, communication and public speaking.

Ability to:

Make independent and sound technical judgments;

Interpret and use scientific and radiological data;

Use Microsoft Office programs at a level appropriate for a business office and technical environment;

Interpret laws and regulations;

Apply health physics and other scientific principles;

Communicate effectively;

Train others;

Review business processes/functions, and utilize the information to ensure resources are appropriately allocated;

Develop, implement, communicate, and lead an organizational vision; Implement and use new technology and work processes to enhance decision-making;

Plan, assign and/or supervise the work of others; and

Build, establish, and maintain effective working relationships.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

• Current or previous American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or Medical Radiologic Technologists Certification as a Radiologic Technologist;

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a physical science or health-related field.  Four years of experience in physical science or health-related field may be substituted for formal education on a year-for-year basis.
• Able to travel a minimum of 20% of the time statewide.

Preferred Criteria:

The following criteria are generally preferred but are not required; the hiring supervisor may consider any applicant that does not meet any or all the generally preferred criteria for this position, and may give preference to an applicant that meets one or more of the generally preferred criteria:

• Current or previous American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or Medical Radiologic Technologists Certification as a Radiologic Technologist;
• 5 years of experience working with state X-ray or laser regulations;

• 5 years of experience in training, planning or supervising the work of others.

Additional Information:

1. Applicants who fail to follow the written instructions in completing the State of Texas Employment Application may be disqualified.

2. PLEASE NOTE: Your application must be complete. It MUST contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer, name of supervisor, current/final salary, specific reason for leaving, and a summary of experience that demonstrates you meet the initial selection criteria at minimum. Missing information may lead to disqualification.
3. RESUMES DO NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF THE REQUIREMENT TO ENTER ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION IN THE APPLICATION.  Resumes attached and/or pasted into the resume field may not be considered equivalent to the State Application.

Information on application must clearly state how the applicant meets initial selection criteria in the summary of experience section of the application.

4. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work extended hours.

5. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

6. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHS Human Resources Manual. Internal applicants are encouraged to check the HR manual for any potential changes to their current salary.

7. Consideration will also be given to known past job performance, if applicable, and prior work history.

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 for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.  Download the I-9 form