Date: Jul 18, 2025
Location:AUSTIN, TX
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Functional Title: Rules Support Specialist
Job Title: Program Specialist VI
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: POLICY & RULES OFFICE /SEPA
Posting Number: 7252
Closing Date: 08/01/2025
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-23
Salary Range: $5,098.66 - $7,532.75
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Rules Support Specialist reports to the Director of the Rules Coordination Office, under the Deputy Executive Commissioner of Policy and Rules. Performs highly advanced consultative and technical assistance work for rules development within the Health and Human Services System (HHS System). The Rules Support Specialist drafts and edits rules in accordance with Texas Administrative Code rulemaking guidelines; conducts research and analysis to determine the need for rules; and assists System program staff in the development and writing of rules. Works with the Director, the Rules Coordination Office team, the Policy Coordination Office team, and other System staff on the development of rule packet work plans and timelines. Communicates with internal and external stakeholders, program and executive management and other relevant parties about rules status or emerging issues. Works under minimal supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS):

Knowledge of:

• Rules process for HHSC or other state agencies.
• HHS System programs, including applicable laws and regulations preferred.

Skill in:

• Project management oversight, including monitoring of deadlines and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to the project.
• Program and policy analysis.
• Drafting and editing written documents.
• Drafting rules preferred.
• Performing research.
• Developing interpersonal relationships, including the ability to work with people under pressure, negotiate among multiple parties, resolve conflicts, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Analyzing and evaluating complex program and policy issues.
• Facilitating meetings and ensuring that participants meet their deliverables

Ability to:

• Identify problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Set and manage priorities.
• Organize and develop work plans and adhere to strict deadlines.

REGISTRATIONS, LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS OR CERTIFICATIONS:

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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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.

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