Program Specialist; Statewide

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The mission of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is to promote and support a workforce system that creates value and offers employers, individuals and communities the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We’re a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work‑life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.

This position is located statewide, in the Program Management for Blind Services department.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or be willing to relocate to Texas.

The Program Specialist VI is selected by and reports to the Program Management Specialist and performs highly advanced (senior level) consultative services and technical assistance relating to the programs administered by the VRS Office of Blind Services. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Serve as the subject matter expert and lead specialist on staff training needs related to blindness/visual impairments.
• Provide consultative and technical assistance to program staff and management.
• Assist with policy matters with VR/OIB and blindness/visual impairments.
• Coordinate information gathering and completion of reports and requests for information.
• Represent Office of Blind Services at meetings and work groups and make recommendations on action items.
• Work is performed under minimal direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Three years of full‑time experience in the development, implementation, or interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

• Experience in developing training curriculum in the fields of blindness and rehabilitation.
• Experience in conducting and coordinating training activities for staff.
• Experience in the fields of blindness and rehabilitation.
• Skill in analyzing program data and effectively communicating results.
• Skill in writing, editing and delivering high quality reports.
• Knowledge of VR/OIB policy manuals and state/federal regulations.

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
• Competitive starting salary: $5,098.67 - $6,701.67/month.
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan.
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts.
• Medical Insurance.
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave.
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Position travels up to 50% of the time. Must be able to lift/carry 10 pounds.

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To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at  or on Taleo (Job Search). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.