LTCR Licensed Inspector V

Position Overview

Join LTCR Licensed Inspector V role at Texas Health and Human Services
. The position is located in Houston, TX at 5425 POLK ST. This role requires on‑site inspections and investigations in long‑term care facilities to assess compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Functional
  
  Title:
  
  Inspector V Licensed Only - Health Facilities
• Job Title:
  
  Inspector V
• Agency:
  Health & Human Services Comm
• Department:
  Waiver Survey & Certification
• Posting Number: 7449
• Opening: 01/26/2026
• Posting Audience:
  Internal and External
• Occupational Category:
  Community and Social Services
• Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20
• Salary Range: $5,035.99 - $6,779.24
• Pay Frequency:
  Monthly
• Shift: Day
• Telework:
  Not Eligible for Telework
• Travel:
  Up to 80%
• Regular/Temporary:
  Regular
• Full Time/Part Time:
  Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
  Nonexempt
• Market Rate Salary: $60,431.88

Under the direction of a program manager, Inspector V conducts on‑site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations.

Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve issues or complaints regarding services provided in Texas long‑term care facilities.

Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings and can assist in developing a plan to correct deficiencies.

Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies, recommended remedies, and narratives to support regulatory findings.

Visits long‑term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.

Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others; for example, publications, assessments, and reports.

Occasionally may need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.

Completes referrals for the conduct, as appropriate.

• Knowledge of program regulations and procedures, and survey techniques.
• Knowledge of acceptable professional standards of care.
• Skill in operating personal computers and software.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to use the computer for writing reports.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions.
• Ability to integrate complex regulatory concepts, procedures, or processes.
• Ability to multi‑task and track multiple activities with competing priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and others.

Valid Driver's License.

• Experience in conducting investigations related to quality outcomes.
• Experience in quality assurance/compliance and oversight/auditing preferred.
• Four‑year degree from an accredited college or university, preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.

Flexibility in work hours is required. The job requires 80% travel, most during the day, with occasional overnight, weekend, and on‑call duties. Reliable transportation is required.

Note:

The position may work a compressed workweek with option Monday‑Thursday, Tuesday‑Friday, and Friday‑Monday, 10‑hour days.

All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.

If you are an active or former licensed nursing facility administrator, certified nurse aide, or medication aide, hiring will be pending until professional licensing and Employee Misconduct Registry checks are completed.

Applicants may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHS agencies use E‑Verify. Bring your I‑9 documentation on the first day of work. I‑9 Form –  to download the I‑9 form.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 if you need assistance with the online application or interview participation.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Writing/Editing
• Industries:
  Government Administration

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance

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