• Job Description

  Req#: 56953
  
  AUSTIN HQ (MAIN) (405TX-2270001)
  5805 N LAMAR BLVD
  PO BOX 4087 AUSTIN TX 78773
  Austin, 78752
  
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  ***THIS POSTING IS FOR DPS DLD EMPLOYEES ONLY. A COMPLETE UP TO DATE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED***

  *** Weekend work may be required, on occasion. ***

  *** This position is for an extended hours facility. Work schedules begin as early as 7:00am and may end as late as 8:00pm. ***

  PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

  SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
  

  GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform routine (journey-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of an agency’s program(s). Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, and rules; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating program activities; and developing and evaluating budget requests. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others. Work under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

  The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

  https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

  Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Manage activities of staff in program area(s).

  2. Establish goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and directs evaluation activities.

  3. Develop and implement techniques for evaluating program activities.

  4. Plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluates policies and procedures.

  5. Identify areas of needed change, and make recommendations to improve operations.

  6. Provide technical guidance in the program area.

  7. Oversee special investigations and research studies.

  8. May oversee the preparation, development, review, and revision of legislation

  9. May represent the agency at meetings, hearings, trials, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.

  10. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

  11. In conjunction with the Bureau Manager, plan, compile, and compute biennial budget request; monitor annual operating budget and expenditures.

  12. Compose correspondence and memoranda, composes and revises instructional and procedural manuals and related documentation, justification documentation for budgetary purposes, activity proposals, and related matters.

  13. Coordinate and oversee processing of requests for specific data from division records; perform deputy custodian of records duties in certifying records.

  14. Monitor interagency and vendor contracts to ensure compliance with contract conditions and fulfillments; resolve identified contract performance problems as needed.

  15. Perform other duties as assigned.

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  GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

  Education – Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in business management, personnel administration or a related field is required.

  Experience – Minimum of one (1) year progressively responsible work experience in office management and personnel administration or technical/analytical activities OR graduation from a standard senior high school or the equivalent and five (5) years of the required experience. (Technical/analytical experience specified must be related to the administration of government or business programs that encompass disciplines such as records management, data processing, information processing, systems design, etc.)

  Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

  Licensure and/or Certification – If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.

  Regulatory knowledge – Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures. General understanding of the Driver License and Safety Responsibility laws.

  Supervisory/Managerial/Leadership skills – Knowledge of management and supervisory methods and principles, performance and productivity standards, and fiscal/budget management. Able to develop plans, policies, and procedures for efficient workflow and overall effectiveness. Must exhibit integrity; provide clear direction to subordinates; promote teamwork and be able to motivate others to accomplish goals.

  Interpersonal Skills – Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers.

  Organizational and Prioritization Skills – Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.

  Presentation/Communication Skills – Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.

  Research and Comprehension – Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information, and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.

  Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail – Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.

  Technology (computers/hardware/software/operating systems) – Must possess appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems and be able to learn new software/systems. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

  Confidentiality and Protected Information – Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations, and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information.

  Safety – Must be able to work in safe manner at all times, avoiding shortcuts that have potential adverse results/risks, and must be able to comply with safety standards and best practices.

  Travel and/or Schedule – This position requires the possibility of extended work hours as early as 7:00 am to as late as 10:00 pm. Weekend work may be required.

  PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

  The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Environment: Office;
  • Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit;
  • Hand-eye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity;
  • Ability to speak, hear, and exercise visual acuity;
  • Ability to transfer weights of fifteen (15) pounds anticipated for this position;
  • Driving requirements: Infrequent and anticipated

  State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information: https://www.ers.texas.gov/

  A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change.

  A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.

  Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.

  DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

  State of Texas retirees may be rehired for full-time, non-commissioned positions only under very specific circumstances.

• About the company

  Texas is a state in the South Central region of the United States.

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