Program Management Specialist

Class title: Program Management Specialist IV
Posting No.: 1002-27
Opening Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Location: Bush Building, 1801 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701

Class Code: 1673

FLSA: Admin-Exempt

Salary Group/Salary: B28, $92,600.04-$110,000.04/yr.

Division: Administration

Number of positions: 1

General Description
Performs advanced (senior-level) program management specialist work within the Administration Business Operations

Department to manage agency internal audit services as procured through an Internal Audit Services contract. Work

involves creating, developing, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and overseeing agency programs and primarily

internal audit services; planning resources; monitoring budgets and program performance; and providing consultative

services and programmatic assistance. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative

and independent judgment. Reports directly to the Director of Administration.

Essential Job Functions

• Manages primarily the internal audit services program throughout its life cycle by defining goals, objectives, and

controls, performing highly complex, visible, and impactful program management work.

• Manages program planning, including the development, implementation, monitoring, and documentation of policies and

methodologies for specific programs involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new

or existing programs, operations, or service offerings.

• Manages contracts following execution that are associated with delivery of program services.
• Manages communications with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, contractors, other agencies,

internal divisions/departments, senior management, and the general public to ensure alignment with program updates,

changes, and risks and to support performance goals, contract compliance, customer satisfaction, and quality service

delivery.

• Identifies program requirements and establishes methodologies to measure the effectiveness of agency initiatives;

identifies program gaps and proposes improvements or enhancements.

• Ensures that program decisions are made in accordance with program requirements; other applicable rules, policies,

and procedures; and the agency’s strategic objectives.

• Coordinates with internal divisions and departments to achieve complex cross-functional program and business

outcomes consisting of multiple work streams.

• Develops in-depth technical and non-technical knowledge of programs to mitigate problems.
• Recommends, develops, and manages the development of program standards and tools.
• Identifies opportunities to enhance program activities and outcomes using industry and State of Texas best practices

and methodologies.

• Ensures that program management team continues to learn new technologies to enhance program knowledge and skill

sets.

• Addresses compliance challenges and implement changes to address concerns.
• Represents the agency at business meetings, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.
• Oversees the preparation of status reports, studies, and specialized financial reports.
• Monitors legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to contract management.
• Complies with division and/or agency training requirements.
• Collaborates and keeps management appropriately informed of ongoing activities and critical matters affecting the

operation and well-being of the agency.

• Demonstrates the ability to use critical thinking to solve problems and identify/implement continuous improvements.
• Demonstrates a spirit of teamwork offering positive and constructive ideas, encouragement, and support, to other

members of staff and team, while upholding the agency’s core values.

• Adheres to all agency personnel policies and performs related work as assigned.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in project management, accounting,

business, finance, management, public administration, or a legal field is required. (Experience in program

management, audits, contract management, or legal experience in excess of the required five (5) years, may be

substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis.)

• Five (5) years of experience in program management, audits, contract management, or legal experience is

required.

• Experience with personal computers to include experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
• Willingness to work extra hours as required.
• Willingness to travel up to 5% as required.
• Considerable experience with audits of state government is strongly preferred.
• Considerable experience in program management is preferred.
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) is

preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of internal audit laws, standards, guidelines, and procedures.

• Knowledge of project/program management theories and practices.

• Knowledge of project/program costing, estimating, and scheduling.

• Knowledge of systems and procedures used to evaluate project/program performance.

• Knowledge of change management practices and techniques.

• Skill in project/program management, scheduling, resource allocation, and budgeting.

• Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.

• Ability to provide leadership and motivate others and to monitor project/program status.

• Ability to prepare and/or analyze project cost estimates.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions, to analyze project/program-related information, and

develop plans to address identified issues and risk.

• Ability to prepare reports and charts.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to review the work of others.
• Ability to identify innovative ways to solve problems.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, work well in stressful situations under strict deadlines,

and operate standard office equipment and computer software.

Military Occupational Specialty Codes:
Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a MOS or additional duties or other related fields pertaining to the minimum

experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are encouraged to apply.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at:

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_ProgramManagement.pdf

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for a position, you must submit your application, resumé, and TDLR agency required application questions either

online through the Texas Workforce Commission’s WORKinTEXAS.com website at https://www.workintexas.com orto

TDLR via email at: [email protected] by the closing date stated on the job posting. For applications submitted via email,

please list the job posting title and job posting number in the subject line. Applications submitted must be received the

posting’s closing date. When a job posting is listed as "Open Until Filled", it is best to apply as quickly as possible, as the

posting may close or be placed on hold at any time with or without prior notification. Applications will NOT be accepted via

mail, fax, or hand delivery. Incomplete applications may not be considered. If you desire an acknowledgement of the receipt

of your application, you should apply via WorkInTexas and one should be auto generated by TWC. Only applicants

interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection. All candidates recommended for IT, Lottery, and Bingo

positions will be subject to an extensive criminal background investigation, including fingerprinting.

SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION
In accordance with legislation effective September 1, 1999, male candidates aged 18 to 25 are required to show proof of

selective service registration (or exemption) prior to an offer of employment. Such proof is not required to be filed with an

application but must be provided upon request by the Human Resources office.

E-VERIFY
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the

Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work

authorization.

TDLR is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those

currently on student or post-graduate visas. All candidates must be approved to work in the United States by E-Verify and

must present the needed documentation upon request.

TDLR IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), TDLR will provide reasonable accommodation. If you are scheduled for an interview
and require reasonable accommodation in the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview.
Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.