HR Management Specialist

May 7, 2026

Working title:

HR Performance Management Specialist
Class title:
Human Resources Specialist IV
Posting No.: 0506-26
Opening Date: 05/07/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Location:

Bush Building, 1801 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
Class Code: 1735
FLSA:
Administrative-Exempt
Salary Group/Salary: B22, $57,614.04 – $74,000.04/yr.
Division:
Human Resources
Number of positions: 1

Performs highly complex (senior-level) human resources management work focused on strengthening performance management, enhancing employee engagement and retention, supporting change initiatives, and other expanded HR duties associated with the legislative transfer of state programs to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Performs work in a team environment with responsibilities assisting division and agency staff and contributing to a positive agency culture.

Key responsibilities include planning, testing and implementing a uniform performance management system and monitoring the completion of performance evaluations, supporting talent development efforts, and improving employee engagement, all while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and alignment with agency strategic goals. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position reports directly to the Human Resources Division Director.

This is a hybrid position, 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely each week.

• Serves as the TDLR HR Performance Management Specialist. Keeps the Director and Assistant Director informed of performance management issues, root causes, and recommended resolutions.
• Coordinates the planning and project implementation of an agency-wide uniform performance management system, including timeline, testing and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Designs agency implementation training materials to train staff and provides continual assistance for end users.
• Plans, implements, and maintains performance management processes, procedures and related initiatives.
• Serves as an internal consultant by providing guidance, interpretation, and assistance to all levels of management regarding Employee Performance Evaluations (EPEs).
• Communicates effectively and promptly with agency supervisors in response to questions or issues regarding documentation of employee performance evaluations.
• Designs and delivers agency performance management training materials, ensuring staff receive ongoing support and resources for successful system use.
• Reviews completed Employee Performance Evaluations for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with agency standards and applicable regulations and logs completed EPEs to the appropriate spreadsheets/databases.
• Identifies areas for improvement and develops actionable plans to address gaps in performance management, engagement, or related processes.
• Collects and analyzes employee satisfaction and performance metrics through surveys and other feedback tools.
• Develops and implements strategies to enhance job satisfaction and foster a positive, agency culture where employees are engaged, motivated, and committed to agency goals.
• Provides training, guidance, and coaching to managers on strategies to strengthen employee engagement and retention.
• Demonstrates a spirit of teamwork by offering constructive ideas, encouragement, and support to colleagues, while upholding the agency’s core values.
• Keeps management appropriately informed of ongoing activities and critical matters that may impact agency operations or employee retention.
• Responds to emails and calls received in Human Resources and responds to inquiries or routes them to the appropriate…