Texas Facilities Commission

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* Must be able to work flexible hours during a legislative session and as needed.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs senior-level managerial work, providing strategic direction and guidance. Responsibilities include establishing strategic plans, goals, and objectives; developing policies and procedures; setting priorities and standards; coordinating and evaluating program activities; and reviewing and approving budgets. The HUB Director leads the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program, requiring exceptional leadership, communication, collaboration, and advocacy to increase business participation in state agency contracts. Supervises others and works with minimal supervision, exercising significant initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight

• Drives program excellence and strategic alignment: Directs all HUB program activities and business functions, ensuring they are aligned with Comptroller requirements and the agency’s strategic plan and promote growth and equity.
• Innovates and refines program effectiveness: Develops and implements advanced techniques for evaluating HUB program activities, proactively identifying opportunities for enhancement and necessary changes to optimize outcomes.
• Champion’s goal setting and achievement: Collaborates with stakeholders to develop and establish clear, measurable HUB program goals and objectives that directly support the agency’s strategic vision.
• Manages resources strategically and ethically: Develops, reviews, and approves HUB program budgets and department expenditures, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strict adherence to funding source requirements.
• Establishes and upholds best practices: Develops, reviews, and approves comprehensive HUB policies, procedures, and guidelines, and meticulously monitors their implementation to ensure compliance and fairness.
• Orchestrates planning and evaluation: Plans, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving HUB program goals, and expertly directs evaluation activities to measure success and inform future initiatives.
• Shapes long-range vision: Proactively develops and contributes to both long-range and short-term strategic plans for the HUB program, anticipating future needs and opportunities. Utilizing data & trends to support programs and agencies strategies and goals.

Communication, Collaboration & Advocacy

• Serves as a compelling ambassador: Represents the agency and the HUB program with clarity and impact at business meetings, hearings, legislative sessions, conferences, and on various boards and committees, effectively articulating and testifying the program’s value and objectives.
• Fosters cross-functional partnerships: Collaborates extensively with internal departments, external organizations, and the HUB community to build strong relationships, identify opportunities, and overcome challenges.
• Advocates for HUB success: Actively champions the needs and growth of Historically Underutilized Businesses, identifying and addressing barriers to their participation and success within agency procurements.
• Translates data into actionable insights: Reviews and approves comprehensive management, productivity, and financial reports, studies, and analyses. Prepares input for Legislative Appropriation Request, Exceptional Items, Fiscal Notes and Agency Strategic Plans. Synthesizes results from investigations, audits, research, and forecasts to provide insightful direction and guidance that empowers HUBs.

Team Leadership & Development

• Cultivate a high-performing team: Provides inspiring and supportive supervision to HUB program staff, fostering a collaborative and empowering environment that encourages professional growth and excellence.
• Mentors and empowers staff: Delegates effectively, provides constructive feedback, equips staff, and offers opportunities for team members to develop their skills and take ownership of their work.  Prepare evaluations and performance improvement plans to help employees meet job requirements.
• Change Management: leading the Team with the development and implementation of change initiatives, assessing resources, promoting new methods, and addressing concerns to minimize the impact of potential consequences.

Operational Excellence

Ensure operational continuity and effectiveness: Performs related work as assigned, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of all HUB program functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a field related to the agency program. Graduation from high school and or an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field relevant to the assignment is generally preferred.
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• 10+years’ experience in management in HUB, MBE/WBE/DBE, procurement, contracts, and/or construction
• Must possess the ability to attest to and maintain the security or integrity of the state’s critical infrastructure requirement to be considered for hire and to maintain employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)
• Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD)

(obtain within one year of employment)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• Extensive Knowledge of HUB/Diversity Programs: In-depth understanding of Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) programs or applicable programs, including relevant state, federal and local statutes, rules, and regulations (e.g., Texas Government Code, Texas Administrative Code related to procurement and HUBs).
• Governmental Procurement & Contracting: Thorough knowledge of state, local, and federal procurement laws, policies, processes, and contract management best practices.
• Budget & Financial Management: Comprehensive understanding of governmental budgeting, fiscal responsibility, expenditure review, and adherence to funding source requirements.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Strong understanding of data collection, analysis, and reporting methodologies, including preparing input for Legislative Appropriation Requests, Exceptional Items, Fiscal Notes, and Agency Strategic Plans or for Commissions or Council reports.
• Legislative & Policy Environment: Familiarity with city, county and or legislative processes, public policy development, and the ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Audit & Compliance Frameworks: Knowledge of audit processes, compliance requirements, and risk management principles related to procurement and diversity programs.
• Technology for Data Automation: Knowledge of utilizing technology platforms, including B2GNow and other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, for efficient and automated data collection and management.

Skills:

• Empowering Leadership & Management: Demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, and developing high-performing teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, and providing constructive feedback without condescension.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Proven ability to develop, implement, and direct strategic initiatives, set measurable goals, and drive program excellence aligned with organizational vision.
• Exceptional Communication & Presentation: Highly skilled in clear, concise, and impactful written and verbal communication, including public speaking, formal presentations, and legislative testifying.
• Interpersonal & Collaborative Engagement: Superior ability to build and maintain strong, productive relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, the HUB community, prime contractors, and essential in fostering collaboration agency-wide.
• Complex Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking: Adept at identifying inefficiencies, analyzing complex data, synthesizing information from various sources (e.g., investigations, audits, forecasts), and developing innovative, data-driven solutions.
• Negotiation & Advocacy: Strong negotiation skills and a proven ability to effectively advocate for the needs and growth of Historically Underutilized Businesses, identifying and addressing systemic barriers.
• Budget & Resource Management: Skill in developing, reviewing, and approving significant budgets and expenditures, ensuring fiscal accountability.
• Change Management: Ability to effectively lead teams through organizational change, assess resource needs, promote new methods, and address concerns to minimize negative impacts.

Abilities:

• Ability to consistently demonstrate an empowering and respectful leadership style, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ability to proactively identify and champion opportunities for HUB growth and participation.
• Ability to effectively represent the agency’s interests and the HUB program’s mission in high-stakes environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex state, local, and federal regulations to daily operations and strategic planning.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to make sound, ethical decisions based on comprehensive analysis and data.
• Ability to build consensus and gain buy-in from diverse groups for program goals and initiatives.
• Ability to respond effectively and strategically to audit findings and legislative inquiries.
• Ability to drive essential collaboration across all agency departments and functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS:

This classification functions in a standard office environment.  There are no unusual dangers involved, but the position will have exposure to dust, environmental allergens, pathogens, and other microorganisms consistent with business activities and human contact.  The position holder must be able to work effectively with people under varying conditions, must be able to work extended periods at a computer, and must be able to work longer than eight hours in a work-day as necessary. Physical requirements also include the ability to move items up to 30 lbs. and perform tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination

Veterans: Use your military skills to qualify for this position and others at TFC. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military experience, training, and formal education into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of OS Operations Specialist, 611X LDO Deck, OS Operations Specialist, OSS Operations Systems Specialist (Warrant), 8U000 Unit Deployment Manager, 16GX Airport Operations Staff Officer, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Please call Human Resources at (512) 463-1717 with questions or for additional information.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

TFC Recruiting Policy:

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Initial screening is based on the Education and Experience minimum qualifications defined in the job posting. Interviewee selection is based on applicant information explaining how they meet each Competency (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) requirement. Follow application instructions and fill out application form completely for further consideration.

As part of its employment process, TFC may conduct a criminal background check and/or a driver’s record check. An applicant with an unsatisfactory criminal background check report and/or drivers record is ineligible to be hired for the position for which the report is initiated.

If hired, an employee must prove their permanent right to work in the United States and provide document(s) within three (3) days of hire date that establish identity and employment eligibility.  We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Note: Any male between the ages of 18 and 25 must show proof of registration with the Selective Service System before he can be selected for employment with the Texas Facilities Commission.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Texas Facilities Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability. TFC provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodation, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-3433.

WIT Number: 16895216

Contact Information:

Richard W. Allen, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP

Human Resources Specialist

Recruiting and Staffing

Talent Management

Texas Facilities Commission

1711 San Jacinto Blvd.

Austin, Texas 78701

richard.allen@tfc.texas.gov

Direct: 512-463-3433