DAC of IT - Director IV

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Functional Title: DAC of IT - Director IV 
Job Title: Director IV 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Purchasing - Consolidated 2 
Posting Number: 8283 
Closing Date: 09/01/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-29 
Salary Range: $8,488.33 - $13,750.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework:  
Travel:  
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 (DHSB) 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 8003,8040,8041,8042,10C0,111X,112X,113X,114X,20C0,30C0,40C0,611X,612X,621X,631X,641X,648X,90G0,91C0 
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Job Description: 

The Deputy Associate Commissioner (DAC) for Information Technology (IT) Procurement is selected by and reports to the Associate Commissioner for Procurement. The DAC of IT Procurement provides management, leadership, and technical expertise guidance for Health and Human Services (HHS) procurement and contracting staff on the IT procurement team. Work is performed under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This position is required to come into the office at least three days per work week. Telework availability is subject to agency policy and procedure.

Essential Job Functions:

Provides direction and guidance to the IT Procurement team to ensure procurements solicited by HHS agencies are procured in a timely, efficient, and ethical manner. Responsible for establishment of goals and objectives that support overall team strategies; plans, develops, and/or approve schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals. Provides oversight of procurements, ensuring they are solicited and awarded in accordance with state and federal laws to include compliance with Comptroller of Public Accounts and/or Department of Information Resources (DIR) requirements and guidance when applicable, Contract Advisory Team requirements, and HHSC policies and procedures. (25%)

Manages the daily operations of the IT procurement teams to obtain services or goods using the most applicable and cost-effective purchasing methods based on laws, rules, policies and established guidelines. Plans, assigns and supervises the work of assigned staff to ensure that administrative needs and complex IT services requested by HHS agencies are procured in a timely, efficient, effective and ethical manner. Plans, develops and approves schedules, priorities and standards for achieving goals. (20%)

Reviews and provides recommendations to executive management related to in-flight procurements. Develops and maintains tracking reports designed to ensure current procurements are processed timely, and ensures executive management has visibility into the status of procurements. (15%)

Provides direction and guidance and recommends effective strategies to resolve issues or trends related to procurement and contracting services. Identifies procurement related issues and works with contract specialists, management, requesters, subject matter experts, other agency staff, and stakeholders to manage and resolve issues; responds to phone and e-mail inquiries from requesters and other staff regarding procurements in a timely and customer service-oriented manner. Analyzes information to keep PCS leadership informed of deadlines. (15%)

Hires, manages, and develops staff. Establishes and maintains a positive team culture.  Identifies staff development and training needs and consults with appropriate team members in developing training curriculum. (15%)

May direct the preparation, development, review and revision of legislation and participate in establishing the agency’s position regarding legislative impact; assists with planning and executing legislative implementation. Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, conferences, and seminars and on boards, panels and committees as a part of system-wide procurement activities. (5%)

Provides input on special projects as assigned. (5%)

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge of State of Texas purchasing laws, requirements, applicable guidance, methods and procedures.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to establish and maintain professional and productive working relationships.

Ability to train and motivate others.

Ability to prioritize, schedule, manage multiple tasks and issues simultaneously.

Strong skills in using personal computers and applications such as spreadsheets and databases and other software systems used in the Procurement fields.

Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with customers both orally and in writing.

Ability to direct and organize program activities.

Ability to establish and evaluate program policies, procedures, goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.

Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.

Ability to coordinate multiple assignments, organize and set priorities, and meet deadlines.

Ability to logically assemble and evaluate information.

Ability to prepare concise reports.

Ability to make presentations and testify at hearings.

Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, staff and others.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Five years’ experience with state procurement practices, statutes, rules and regulations. Three years’ experience managing staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

Existing certifications: Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) – preferred not required.

Knowledge of IT procurements and DIR Cooperative contracts.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university – preferred not required.

Additional Information:

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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 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.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS 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 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.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.