JOB SUMMARY:

Who is TFC: The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) builds, supports, maintains, and manages over 28 million square feet of state-owned and leased facilities that house over 62,000 state employees in over 100 state agencies, all working in the service of the citizens of Texas.

The Opportunity: TFC is seeking a Program Management Specialist to serve as our Sunset Program Manager. The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and leads the daily operations of the Sunset and Process Improvement Precision Team. This leadership opportunity will direct the team on a multi-year program working towards the optimal outcome for TFC’s Sunset Review. This includes numerous milestones and deliverables that will be presented to executive leadership within the agency and state oversight entities. This position performs advanced managerial work providing direction/guidance in strategic operations and planning under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative.

Ideal Candidate: Successful candidates will need to understand, maintain, and translate the program’s strategic objectives. This role requires a candidate able to oversee multiple data streams and effectively communicate with leadership and program staff. The ability to manage timelines, budgets, and resources is critical to be successful in this role. Must be able to navigate competing priorities and relay the value of the Sunset and Process Improvement Precision Team’s mission. They will be able to foster a team culture that promotes continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages a program throughout its life cycle by defining goals, objectives, and controls.
• Manages program planning, including the development, implementation, monitoring, and documentation of policies and processes for specific programs involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing programs, operations, or service offerings.
• 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, risks and to support performance goals, contract compliance, customer satisfaction, and quality service delivery.
• Identifies program requirements and establishes methodology 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.
• Ensure that program management team continues to learn new technologies to enhance program knowledge and skill sets.
• Address compliance challenges and implement changes to address concerns.
• Represent the agency at business meetings, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Minimum Qualifications)

Education and Experience: 

• Six (6) experience in program management in relevant areas of assignment.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a field relevant to assignment is generally preferred.
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure of the State of Texas.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of project/program management theories and practices; project/program costing, estimating, and scheduling; systems and procedures used to evaluate project/program performance; and local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project/program undertaken.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship building, and communication competencies, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in public speaking and facilitation, with the ability to organize and lead meetings and events.
• Knowledge of program engagement strategies and best practices, particularly within the context of public service.
• Proficiency with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office suite) and familiarity with social media and digital communication tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing program deadlines.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions:

• Frequent work under stress, as a team member, and in direct contact with
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, listening, and
• Occasional bending, stooping, lifting and

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 611X LDO-Deck, Surface, SEI16 Acquisition Project Management, 2611 Cryptologic Cyberspace Analyst, 8058 Acquisition Core Member, 16KX Software Development Officer (SDO), 63A Acquisition Manager, 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 accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-3433.

WIT Number: 16938408

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