CPS Program Spec FSS

Career Opportunities: CPS Program Support Spec FSS I (18638)

Posting  
18638 - Posted
- Dept of Family & Protective Services
- Region 6A CPS Dir Del
-Other
- Protective Services
- Not Eligible for Telework - $3000 - $4999 per month

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.

When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don’t match—often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.

Here’s what you get as a full-time employee:

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out‑of‑pocket medical costs
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance
  —at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

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  CPS Program Support Spec FSS I
• Job Title: CPS Prgm Support Spec FSS I
• Agency: Dept of Family & Protective Services
• Department: Region 6A CPS Dir Del
  -Other
• Posting Number: 18638
• Closing Date: 07/20/2026
• Posting Audience: Internal and External
• Occupational Category: Protective Services
• Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $7,253.83
• Pay Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21
• Shift: Day
• Additional Shift: None
• Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
• Travel: Up to 40%
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
• Facility
  
  Location:
  
  
• Job Location City: HOUSTON
• Job Location Address: 2525 MURWORTH
• Other Locations: None

CPS Program Support Spec FSS I:
Performs complex consultative and technical work in the planning department and implementation of an agency program. Work involves providing consultative and technical services to agency program staff, other governmental agencies, community organizations and the general public. May train and/or supervise the work of others. Handles special assignments and other duties as assigned. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The position interacts routinely with children and families, representatives from various organizations, Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, and the general public.

• Develop effective working relationships between Child Protective Services staff and law enforcement officials, judicial officials, legal resources, medical professionals, and other community resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.
• Promote and demonstrate appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.
• Assist with child without placement.
• Assist with child without placement scheduling and logistical maintenance.
• Attend work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy. Work closely with the Program Administrator and managers.

None required

• Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in running reports and tracking data.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and use various software packages including the Information Management Protecting Adults and Children System and Word.
• Ability to travel.

Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university. Three years cumulative Child Protective Services Specialist II or above experience.

Position will…