Trafficking and Sexual Violence Prevention Program Specialist (Program Specialist III)

Job #: 2024-59

  • TWC Job #: 16556794
  • Opening Date: 4/25/2024
  • Travel Required: Up to 10%
  • Monthly Salary: $4,583.34 - $5,000.00
  • Position Location: Austin, Texas
  • Group Step: B19
  • Class: 1572
  • Status: Open

Trafficking and Sexual Violence Prevention Program Specialist – Austin, Texas

The Office of the Governor is looking for a Trafficking and Sexual Violence Prevention Program Specialist (Program Specialist III) to work in the Public Safety Office - Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force (SASTF) and the Child Sex Trafficking Team (CSTT).

Who We Are

The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.

What You’ll Earn

The salary is $4,583.34 - $5,000.00 a month ($55,000.08 - $60,000.00 a year).

Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

What You’ll Do

This is a job that performs complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work to support the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force (SASTF) and the Child Sex Trafficking Team (CSTT). Work includes coordinating meetings, disseminating information to various parties including members, frequent contact with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, and performing other internal support work.

  • Coordinates SASTF and CSTT meetings, SASTF Steering Committee meetings, and other meetings as required.
  • Coordinates, prepares, edits, and distributes meeting materials, meeting minutes, meeting correspondence, and other documents.
  • Maintains and updates program documents including membership lists, timelines, reports, summaries, policies and procedures, and training and operating manuals.
  • Compiles and edits data for charts, graphs, and databases.
  • Assists in analyzing data and supports preparation of data summaries and reports.
  • Ensures that SASTF and CSTT website and online resource directory content is comprehensive and up to date.
  • Assists with preparation of periodic and special reports and ensures that deadlines are met.
  • Assists with research and editing of agency publications such as brochures, forms, manuals, and reports.
  • Manages and maintains schedules.
  • Prepares and compiles presentation and training materials.

How You’ll Qualify                                       

Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative assistance, support, and coordination.

Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

You’re a Great Fit with

  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in government, criminal justice programs, business, or a related field; and
  • Experience in the field of criminal justice, victim advocacy, or crime victim rights.

Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply

It’s a great job for someone interested in providing support to trafficking and sexual violence prevention programs. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.

Telework opportunities are available upon request. Reliable internet is required. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

Veterans

Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.


How to Apply

Applications are received only through Work In Texas. The OOG requires all sections of the state application to be completed. Omission of data on the state application is grounds for disqualification of the application. Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources office as early as possible in the application/employment process. 

Apply Online at Work in Texas

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Office of the Governor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Office of the Governor 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. Male candidates between 18 and 25 years of age are required to show proof of Selective Service registration (or exemption) prior to an offer of employment being extended. Such proof is not required to be filed with an application but must be provided upon request by the Human Resources office. For additional information pertaining to Selective Service registration, you may visit www.sss.gov. View a copy of the Agency's Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.

Notice to Applicants Who May Require Reasonable Accommodation in the Interview Process

Applicants with disabilities who may need to discuss special accommodations during the interview process should email the OOG’s Reasonable Accommodation Program Manager or call 512-463-8315 in the Human Resources Department. If reasonably possible, please call at least 48 hours in advance to afford our representative and the hiring division sufficient time to properly review and coordinate your request.

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(512) 463-5873

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