Long Term Services and Supports Special Projects Policy Advisor; PSIV Job Austin area,Texas USA,Government

Position: Long Term Services and Supports Special Projects Policy Advisor (PSIV)

Date:

Sep 4, 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:

Long Term Services and Supports Special Projects Policy Advisor (PSIV)

Job Title:

Program Specialist IV

Agency:

Health & Human Services Comm

Department:

Program Policy Spec A

Posting Number:

21099

Closing Date:

09/18/2026

Posting Audience:

Internal and External

Occupational Category:

Community and Social Services

Salary Range:

$4,263.16 - $6,779.25

Pay Frequency:

Monthly

Salary Group:

TEXAS-B-20

Shift:

Day

Additional

Shift:

Days (First)

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:

701 W 51ST ST

Other Locations:

Austin

MOS Codes:

16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS

Brief

Job Description

The Program Specialist IV (Long Term Services and Supports Special Projects Policy Advisor) performs advanced consultative services and technical assistance with an emphasis on long-term services and supports (LTSS). Work involves researching, planning, developing and implementing policies and procedures. The position must be able to research and analyze federal and state policy information and prepare written reports and responses to requests for policy information.

The ideal candidate thrives in an environment that emphasizes: teamwork to achieve goals, excellence through high professional standards and personal accountability, curiosity to continuously learn and grown, critical thinking, and integrity to do things right even when what is right is not easy.

The position works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

(40%) Plans for the analysis, development, implementation, and documentation of federal and state legislation and regulations. Develops legislative analyses, research papers, and presentations.
(40%) Participates in and leads meetings related to Medicaid LTSS including work groups and subcommittees as needed to develop program materials. Sets goals and objectives, makes assignments, and reviews work products. Consults with other sections or divisions within HHSC regarding the application of and interpretation on existing program policy and rules.
(10%) Prepares high quality written documents, including project updates, memos, summaries, legislative reports, and other documents.
(10%) Other duties as assigned.

Registrations, Licensure, Requirements Or Certifications

N/A

Knowledge Of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

State and federal laws and regulations governing the Medicaid program.
Long term care services for the IDD population.

Skills In

Project oversight, including monitoring of deadlines and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to the project.
Facilitating meetings and ensuring that participants meet their deliverables.
Researching and analyzing program and policy issues.

Ability To

Exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
Identify project risks and gaps and to develop recommendations to address issues.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.…