Senior Policy Advisor; AUSTIN, TX
Listed on 2026-09-21
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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:
Senior Policy Advisor
Job Title:Program Specialist VII
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:HCR Program Operations PA
Posting Number:21328
Closing Date:09/24/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Office and Administrative Support
Salary Range:$7,438.29-$9,508.25
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-25
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:
Telework:Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 25%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Exempt
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
The Program Specialist VII (Senior Policy Advisor) performs highly advanced policy, regulatory, and programmatic work for the Health Care Regulation (HCR) Policies and Rules Unit (PRU) within the HHSC Regulatory Services Division. HCR regulates acute care facilities and certain health care professional licensing programs across Texas.
The position serves as a senior advisor and resource to HCR leadership and staff, supporting complex initiatives, high-priority projects, strategic decision-making, and organizational goals through policy analysis, regulatory interpretation, research, planning, consultation, and process improvement. The position works under the PRU Director with minimal supervision and considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The role supports team strategy, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, and requires excellent communication, analytical, project management, research, process evaluation, and risk assessment skills.
Some statewide travel may be required to gather information on policy and rule needs and to represent the agency or team at meetings.
Essential Job Functions EFJ1 Project Development, Leadership, and Management (30%)Serves as the lead advisor, researcher, analyst, and developer on complex, high-priority projects and initiatives assigned by the PRU Director.
Maintains expertise in applicable laws, regulations, policies, and best practices related to HCR-regulated providers.
Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned projects and work products, collaborating with stakeholders to develop practical recommendations that support organizational priorities and informed decision-making.
Develops and proposes practical and attainable project development plans, recommendations, and implementation time frames for assigned work products and projects.
Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, resilience, and adaptability while ensuring the quality and accuracy of assigned work products.
EJ2 Program Planning, Evaluation, and Risk Assessment (30%)Assists the PRU Director with planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating complex, high-priority PRU and HCR initiatives.
Evaluates programs, processes, and practices using data, performance metrics, stakeholder feedback, and other relevant information to identify risks, gaps, efficiencies, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to assess operational effectiveness and support organizational priorities.
Develops and communicates practical, evidence-based recommendations informed by data analysis, program evaluation findings, and stakeholder input to improve program performance and service delivery.
EJ3 Legislative and Executive Support (20%)Analyzes state and federal legislation and provides implementation impact analysis and recommendations to support leadership decision-making.
Serves as a PRU liaison for legislative, media, and other external inquiries, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of responses.
Coordinates and prepares reports, analyses, and other materials to support organizational priorities.
EJ4 Team Leadership and Support (20%)Serves as a PRU team lead and as a resource to internal…
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