Emergency Preparedness and Response Program Manager
Listed on 2026-08-01
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Healthcare
Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief, Healthcare Management -
Management
Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief, Healthcare Management
Career Opportunities:
Emergency Preparedness and Response Program Manager (18832)
Posting 18832
-Posted
07/30/2026
- Dept of State Health Services
- Region 2/3
- Management
- Not Eligible for Telework
-c. $5000 - $6999 per month
DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas . If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us.
Employee Benefits:
DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page .
FunctionalTitle:
- Job Title:
Manager IV - Agency:
Dept of State Health Services - Department:
Region 2/3 - Posting Number: 18832
- Closing Date: 08/14/2026
- Posting Audience:
Internal and External - Occupational Category:
Management - Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $7,652.91
- Pay Frequency:
Monthly - Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25
- Shift: Day
- Additional Shift: None
- Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework - Travel:
Up to 30% - Regular/Temporary:
Regular - Full Time/Part Time:
Full time - FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt - Facility
Location: - Job Location City: ARLINGTON
- Job Location Address: 1301 S BOWEN RD STE 200
- Other Locations:
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Job Description
Under the general direction and supervision of the Deputy Regional Director (DRD), position performs highly complex senior level managerial work overseeing the operations and activities of the Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (PHEPR) program in DSHS Public Health Region (PHR) 2/3 with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Supervises seven (7) program team members and manages day-to-day activities of the program.
Establishes, in collaboration and consultation with the Regional Medical Director and DRD, strategic goals, objectives and priorities for the regional PHEPR program. Develops and monitors program budgets. Oversees and directs the planning and response activities related to planning / response functions and collaborates with the region’s Chief Epidemiologist to respond to infectious diseases-related emergencies, all-hazard emergencies, bioterrorism events, and other public health emergencies.
Works with DSHS Center for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (CHEPR) in Austin to ensure coordination and integration of statewide planning efforts. Serves as a member of the region’s Incident Command Structure in response to public health emergencies. May be required to work other than normal business hours and locations to respond to public health emergencies. Independent travel throughout the State of Texas is required to meet the Essential Job Functions of this position.
This position is office-based in the Arlington Office, Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm.
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/DEVELOPMENT:
Collaborates with RMD and DRD to develop strategic goals and plans. Performs advanced managerial work overseeing and directing the operations and activities of the PHR 2/3 PHEPR program team that is responsible for Emergency Support Function (ESF) 8 public health and medical emergency planning. Develops and maintains effective relationships and networks of communication with local, regional and state partners. Attends program meetings within the region and statewide, many of which are in-person meetings and may require overnight travel.
Provides technical review and approval of standard operating guidelines for response plans. Coordinates with DSHS CHEPR and other DSHS Public Health Regions to develop strategies, goals, and standards associated with public health preparedness and response activities. Plans and coordinates the development and implementation of the Regional Health and Medical Operations Center…
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