Job Description
This posting is open to current DPS employees only.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In: https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs highly advanced managerial (seniorlevel) and analytical work supporting the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). Work involves overseeing workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, reporting, communications, and policy administration activities. Provides leadership with data analysis, and recommendations to support informed decisionmaking and achievement of divisional goals. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf
Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manages workforce planning, workforce analytics, employee engagement, succession planning, and organizational development programs and initiatives.
2. Oversees the development, coordination, and analysis of organizational reports, performance measures, strategic initiatives, and executive briefings.
3. Develops and implements programs and initiatives that support employee engagement, retention, professional development, and workforce effectiveness.
4. Oversees division communications, executive messaging, presentations, and organizational informationsharing activities.
5. Coordinates policy development, review, implementation, maintenance, and compliance activities.
6. Leads organizational assessments, operational reviews, process improvement efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives.
7. Supervises assigned staff and manages Strategic Operations programs and activities.
8. Supports strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned.
9. Supports organizational change management and implementation efforts.
10. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:
Education ¿ High School Diploma/equivalent required.
Experience ¿ Minimum of five (5) years¿ experience in workforce planning, organizational development, business operations, strategic planning, program management, or related experience required. Four (4) years¿ experience supervising staff is required. Experience researching, analyzing, and presenting information to support decisionmaking preferred. Experience developing reports, performance measures, presentations, or executive briefings preferred. Experience leading projects, programs, process improvement efforts, or organizational initiatives preferred. Experience coordinating activities among diverse stakeholders preferred.
Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described or other related education may be substituted for one another on a yearforyear basis.
Licensure and/or Certification ¿ If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.
Regulatory knowledge ¿ Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures.
Supervisory/Managerial/Leadership skills ¿ Knowledge of management/supervisory methods and principles, performance/productivity standards, and fiscal/budget management. Ability to develop plans, policies, and procedures for efficient workflow and overall effectiveness. Ability to provide clear direction to others, promote teamwork and motivate others to accomplish goals.
Technology ¿ Proficiency with Microsoft Office and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems (e.g. CAPPS, SharePoint) and be able to learn new software/systems.
Workforce Planning Skills ¿ Must be able to apply workforce analytics, support employee engagement initiatives, and contribute to organizational development efforts to meet evolving operational needs.
Strategic Planning Skills ¿ Must be able to utilize performance measurement, conduct operational analysis, and apply continuous improvement practices to support organizational goals and strategic priorities.
Interpersonal Skills ¿ Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers. Must demonstrate DPS¿ core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.
Organizational and Prioritization Skills ¿ Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multidemand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.
Presentation/Communication Skills ¿ Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations and/or communications to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.
Research and Comprehension ¿ Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.
Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail ¿ Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.
Confidentiality and Protected Information ¿ Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information.
Safety ¿ Must be able to work in safe manner at all times, avoiding shortcuts that have potential adverse results/risks, and must be able to comply with safety standards and best practices.
Schedule and Travel ¿ This position may have the ability to telecommute based on the needs of the division/agency.
PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
¿ Environment: Office/Indoors;
¿ Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit, reach, climb, balance, kneel, crouch;
¿ Handeye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity;
¿ Ability to speak, hear, and exercise visual acuity;
¿ Ability to transfer weights of up to fifteen (15) pounds anticipated for this position;
¿ Driving requirements: Occasional ¿ short trips 12x/month.
State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information: https://www.ers.texas.gov/
Current DPS employees who submit applications for posted DPS positions shall notify their immediate supervisor in writing.
A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change.
A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.
Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.
State of Texas retirees may be rehired for fulltime, noncommissioned positions only under very specific circumstances.
