Preparedness Programs Associate Administrator (Program Specialist VI)
Job #: 2026-26
- TWC Job #: 16936104
- Travel Required: Up to 20%
- Monthly Salary: $6,700.00 - $7,235.16
- Position Location: Austin, TX
- Group Step: B23
- Class: 1575
- Status: Open
Preparedness Programs Associate Administrator – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor is looking for a Preparedness Programs Associate Administrator (Program Specialist VI) to work in the Public Safety Office (PSO) – Preparedness Programs.
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 $6,700.00 - $7,235.16 a month ($80,400.00 - $86,821.92 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
PSO makes public investments through grant programs to promote strategies that enhance the statewide intelligence capability to reduce the threat of terrorism and criminal enterprises that pose the greatest risk to the security and resilience of Texas and the Nation. This position performs highly advanced (senior-level) grant development, coordination, analysis, monitoring, and administration. Work involves planning, developing, and implementing funding strategies; evaluating grant applications for eligibility and appropriateness; assisting with monitoring schedules and reports; and analyzing performance data to determine the efficacy of funded programs. Writes and edits reports, briefs, plans, and other documents. Effectively communicates with industry leaders and other professionals to accomplish mutual business objectives. Provides consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, and other community organizations.
- Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates grant-funded programs.
- Analyzes grant applications to determine eligibility and compliance with state/federal statutes and best practices.
- Negotiates changes with potential grantees to make adjustments that ensure accountability and that the project scope meets the requirements and priorities established by PSO or the federal government.
- Works with Program Administrator to develop funding plans and priorities that align with designated state and federal sources of funding.
- Reviews and approves requests for payments involving multimillion-dollar state and federal appropriations. Initiates contacts with requestors to discuss potential ineligible items or to request additional documentation to support requested funds.
- Actively monitors grant reporting to ensure timely filing of all required grant reports; collects and reviews programmatic information from grant managers to prepare and submit required grant reports.
- Analyzes performance data to identify discrepancies and ensure follows-up with grantee to revise data, as appropriate.
- Professionally communicates with city and county leaders; state agency executives; and other professionals about grant priorities, guidelines, and requirements.
- Develops, establishes, and maintains productive and effective business relationships with other state and local agencies and organizations as required to fulfill the objectives of this position.
- Analyzes grant activities, identifies problem areas, provides technical assistance, and works with grantees to develop corrective action plans. Identifies agencies who fail to comply and initiate a request for PSO to hold further funds to the agency.
- Represents the Governor’s Office (PSO) at meetings related to division and section funding opportunities and allowable activities.
- Provides guidance to staff, grantees, applicants, and others, including via conferencing and other means.
- Determines a grantee’s compliance with conditions of funding placed on their grant and removes or clears the conditions when all requirements are met.
- Prepares administrative reports and studies and performs specialized research projects.
- Manages the collection, organization, and analysis of grant-related data using Excel and Access databases.
- Assists the Program Administrator in coordinating the workflow of section activities.
- Provides training for new staff and guidance in the development and integration of new methods and procedures.
- Develops and maintains clear, accessible, and updated training and operations manuals, educational materials and information.
- Provides training to potential and current grant recipients on the application process and reporting requirements.
- Identifies, presents, and implements effective and ethical business solutions as needed.
- Attends conferences, trainings, and other professional development opportunities to increase job knowledge and technical expertise.
How You’ll Qualify
- High school graduate or equivalent; and
- Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in grants or program management.
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 emergency management, government, criminal justice, business, public administration, or a related field; and
- Knowledge of the state’s Uniform Grant Management Standards.
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s a great job for a professional who is skilled in coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating grant-funded programs. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.
Valid Texas Driver’s License or be willing to obtain a valid Texas Driver’s License within 90 days if moving from another state.
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.
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.
Contact Human Resources
(512) 463-5873