DRM Unit Manager

Posting 22405
-Posted
10/16/2026

- Health & Human Services Comm

- DDS - Program Admin

- Business and Financial Operations

- Not Eligible for Telework
- Additional Shifts available (1) -c. $5000 - $6999 per month

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:

DRM Unit Manager

Job Title:

Manager IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: DDS - Program Admin
Posting Number: 22405
Closing Date: 10/30/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range: $5,797.67-$9,508.25
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility

Location:


Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 6101 E OLTORF
Other Locations: None
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The DDS Unit Manager/Manager IV is selected by and is accountable to a Senior Director/Directorate Manager at Disability Determination Services (DDS). Manager IV performs highly complex managerial work administering the day-to-day unit operations and activities of the Social Security state disability program. Works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The manager is responsible for managing unit program and business operations, and the business function, including staff supervision and development, establishing goals and objectives, and overseeing budgets. The manager will request, review and respond to special investigations, federal and state Office of Inspector General (OIG) reviews and audits, and studies that impact the title II and XVI disability program.

Develops and implements methods for evaluating business performance and operational effectiveness. Provides input into the development of policies and procedures, ensures compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements, and monitors adherence to established standards. Serves as a technical resource by providing expertise and guidance on business function‑related matters, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and leading initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Prepares management and performance reports for assigned unit and teams. Manages the implementation of process redesigns, policy changes, change management, and process improvements resulting from regulation, legislative and disability jurisdictional court decisions.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Manages and maintains oversight of departmental units and every aspect of the Disability Determination Services (DDS) role in the Social Security Administration (SSA) disability program using a combination of highly complex programs, systems, services, operations, policies, and procedures. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of unit and departmental personnel. Provides training, mentoring, and coaching to meet the unit and agency's business needs and provides accelerated learning and growth.

Establishes staff and program goals and objectives and develops business plans and standards to achieve outcomes. Manages, develops,…