Child Care Licensing Inspector

Job Information

Posting Date: May 20, 2026

Posting Number: 17229

Closing Date: 07/19/2026

Location: CONROE, TX

Functional

Title:

Child Care Licensing Inspector

Job Title: CCL Inspector III

Agency: Health & Human Services Commission

Department: Region 6 CCL DC Field Ops

Salary Range: $4,250.00 – $5,094.16 per month

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Shift: Day

Additional Shift: Days (First)

Telework Eligibility: Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 75%

Employment Type: Regular, Full time

FLSA Category: Nonexempt

This position monitors and investigates child‑care facilities throughout Texas, ensuring compliance with state laws and protecting the safety of children. The inspector conducts inspections, collaborates with child‑care providers, offers training, and addresses regulatory issues, including complaints and enforcement actions.

• Monitors licensed and registered child‑care facilities, documents compliance or noncompliance, and notifies providers of corrective action in accordance with CCR policy. Responsibilities include monitoring inspections, follow‑ups, and background checks. (30%)
• Investigates complaints and allegations of standard violations in child‑care facilities and homes, completing investigations timely and accurately according to law and policy. (25%)
• Evaluates new applications for child‑care facilities to issue permits, ensuring documentation reflects acceptance and issuance decisions. (15%)
• Identifies risk and references Child‑Care Enforcement when necessary, managing provider plans of action and following up on enforcement actions. (10%)
• Provides training and technical assistance to child‑care providers, including meetings and educational sessions. (10%)
• Responds to emergency complaints of high‑risk situations. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned to maintain unit operations. (5%)

• Valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of Texas laws and regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to apply emotional intelligence in all situations.
• Critical thinking with risk identification and mitigation.
• Experience working with diverse groups, promoting respect for cultural diversity.
• De‑escalation skills with tact and diplomacy.
• Self‑start, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Operation of basic office equipment, including camera/AV equipment.
• Travel capability.

• Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in regulatory services such as inspections and investigations (preferred).

• Experience in regulatory services, including as a regulatory inspector.
• Experience performing highly complex inspection or investigation work under limited supervision.
• Experience establishing priorities and methods for securing evidence and assessing programs and procedures.

• Experience in regulatory services as a regulatory inspector or investigator.
• Experience performing inspection or investigation work under minimal supervision.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising a team.

• Work hours are flexible; occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
• The position may qualify for up to 100% telework, conducted via mobile technology.
• Reliable transportation, a valid Texas driver’s license, and insurance are required.
• Background checks are required, including criminal history and Texas Child Abuse and Neglect Registry checks.
• Verification of degrees and/or licenses is required.

HHSC and DSHS agencies provide reasonable accommodation during hiring and selection for qualified individuals with a disability. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance.

HHSC uses E‑Verify. Bring I‑9 documentation on the first day of work.

All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.