Deputy Director of Federal Funds Job Austin area,Texas USA,Finance & Banking

Date:
Aug 28, 2026

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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Functional

Title:

Deputy Director of Federal Funds

Job Title:

Director II

Agency:

Health & Human Services Comm

Department:

HHSC FEDERAL FUNDS OFFICE

Posting Number:

20785

Closing Date:

10/27/2026

Posting Audience:

Internal and External

Occupational Category:

Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range:

$7,015.16 - $11,864.50

Pay Frequency:

Monthly

Salary Group:

TEXAS-B-27

Shift:

Day

Additional

Shift:

Telework:
Eligible for Telework

Travel:

Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Exempt

Job Location City:

AUSTIN

Job Location Address:

4601 W GUADALUPE ST

Other Locations:

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Brief

Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the Federal Funds Director, the Deputy Director of Federal Funds supports the Federal Funds Office by coordinating federal funding activities, compliance, reporting, training, audits, contracts, and agency-wide efforts to maximize federal funding. The position serves as an additional resource for managers and staff who report to the Federal Funds Director and helps maintain the Federal Funds Office SharePoint site and fund source setup process.

Essential

Job Functions (EJFs):

Provides senior-level leadership in budget planning and the development of goals and objectives. Leads key budget activities, including agency fiscal note responses and supplemental needs requests. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. (20%)
Oversees the daily operations and activities of the MCS, AES, HDIS, and IDDBH Budget teams. Plans, assigns, and supervises staff work; guides development and implementation of operating budgets; analyzes and reports departmental funding by method of finance; reviews financial reports, source documents, trends, variances, procedures, and performance; and represents the department on internal and external work groups, meetings, and committees. (30%)
Oversees development, coordination, preparation, completion, implementation, and submission of the agency's Mid-Year Budget Review, annual operating budget, and LBB Monthly Financial Report. Oversees legislative appropriations requests (LAR) and operating budget submissions to the Governor's Office of Budget and the Legislative Budget Board. Reviews appropriation requests and supporting schedules; prepares and analyzes cost estimates and fiscal notes; reviews fiscal impacts of proposed rules;

evaluates the effect of state and federal legislation on HHSC programs; and responds to budget inquiries from legislative, state, and federal stakeholders. (35%)
Manages and develops staff through training, performance appraisals, and consultation. Responsible for hiring and selection, assigning and prioritizing work, completing performance evaluations, recommending disciplinary actions, and scheduling and approving leave. (15%)

Knowledge Of:

State government and health and human services accounting and budget processes and procedures.
State of Texas legislative processes and procedures.
State of Texas strategic planning and budgeting processes and principles.

Skill In:

Analyzing complex financial data.
Written and oral communication.
Using computer software and state or governmental financial and human resources applications, including Excel, Word, Access, HHSAS, and CAPPS.

Ability To:

Manage program activities and establish goals and objectives.
Identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
Develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures and explain them to others.
Coordinate the collection and analysis of detailed and complex financial data.
Prepare concise reports and communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Train others and plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or

Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

A minimum of a four-year degree from an accredited college or university. A course of study in business, finance, public policy or health administration is preferred.
Five years’ experience performing advanced budget, financial, accounting, or federal funds work.
Three years’ experience leading, supervising, or directing the work of others.
Experience analyzing complex financial data and preparing financial or budget reports preferred.
Experience communicating complex financial, budgetary, or…