Program Specialist VI

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Functional Title: Program Specialist VI 
Job Title: Program Specialist VI 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: BH Decision Support Staff 
Posting Number: 6944 
Closing Date: 07/24/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-23 
Salary Range: $5,098.66 - $6,701.75 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework: Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,86P0,88A0,88B0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

The Data Analyst performs highly advanced data analysis and research functions, working under the limited direction of the Data Services Director within the Decision Support Services within the Behavioral Health Services Division of HHSC. Work involves complex computer and statistical programming for the BHS. Projects span all lines of business and may require coordination with other Program and Contractor Services Units, other divisions of HHSC, and other state and federal agencies. Provides data-related consultative services and technical assistance and to Program Services and Contractor Services, as well as staff and managers of other HHSC sections, providers, and stakeholders. Coordinates with program areas to initiate program evaluation studies and quality improvement projects including design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination. Computes and reports performance measures, including development of appropriate targets. Conducts data analyses and interpretation of data to identify trends and evidence-based best practices. Completes analyses, reports, and presentation on multi-state-agency data-sharing projects. Prepares reports, studies, presentation and specialized research projects. Creates system documentation and specifications, and data files related to community mental health and substance use. Represents DSS on committees, work groups, and projects to meet data analysis needs. Other duties as assigned.  

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

EJF1. Serves as the project lead for substance use and mental health, in applied statistics to behavioral health data analyses for the State of Texas. Plans, develops and assigns projects related to statistical and data analyses. 40%

EJF2. Provides data-related consultative services and technical assistance. Coordinates with program areas to initiate program evaluation studies and quality improvement initiatives including design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination. 20%

EJF3. Produces data for planning, performance measurement initiatives, risk assessment and other requests from LBB, federal partners, HHSC staff and stakeholders. 15%

EJF4. Creates system documentation and specifications with data quality checks, SAS code and data files related to community mental health and substance use. 15%

EJF5. Represents DSS on committees, workgroups, and projects to meet data analysis needs. Represents the state at the national level on data analyses or statistical issues. 5%

EJF6. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations. 5%  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge and experience with data systems and warehouses and ability to work with large databases. Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and methods. Knowledge of evaluation and performance measurement techniques for programs and policies. Skill in effective verbal communication, including preparation and presentation of complex data analyses. Skill in project management with complex projects that cross divisions, agencies and several lines of business. Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives and negotiating and implementing solutions to data problems. Skill in advanced technical writing, reporting and interpretation of complex client and provider data. Ability to develop and evaluate policies and procedures. Ability to work in collaboration with others to manage multiple deadlines.    

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

 “N/A”

Initial Screening Criteria:

Degree from an accredited college or university or technical school. Experience can be substituted for education on a year-to-year basis. Experience in the use of statistical packages, especially SAS, SQL or related databases is preferred.  

Additional Information:

In-basket exercise required.

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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.

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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.