Research Specialist (Research Specialist IV-V)
Job #: 2026-05
- TWC Job #: 16917599
- Opening Date: 9/15/2025
- Travel Required: 10%
- Monthly Salary: $5,888.50 - $7,500.00
- Position Location: Austin, TX
- Group Step: B22 - B24
- Class: 0606-0608
- Status: Open
Research Specialist – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor is looking for a Research Specialist (Research Specialist IV - V) to work within the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities.
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 $5,888.50 - $7,500.00 a month ($70,662.00 - $90,000.00 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
Performs highly complex to advanced (senior-level) research work, including detailed technical analysis of disability policy issues. Work involves coordinating the development, implementation, and monitoring of specialized research projects pertaining to fiscal, administrative, or program functions.
- Plans the development, implementation, and monitoring of research projects.
- Collects, compiles, and analyzes research data about people with disabilities.
- Prepares reports of research findings.
- Plans and conducts surveys and analyzes results.
- Develops and reviews policies and procedures used in conducting and administering research activities.
- Researches, analyzes, and summarizes state and federal disability rights laws and information.
- Analyzes, synthesizes, tracks, and summarizes proposed changes to state disability-related laws and regulations including during the Texas Legislative Session.
- Identifies each current long-range plan relating to persons with disabilities in Texas created by a state agency, a committee of a state agency, or a nonprofit organization required by federal law to produce such a plan and links the website address of the reports for each long-range plan, if available, on the Internet website of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities.
- Analyzes and evaluates the state agency’s long-range plans to identify gaps in state laws and services for persons with disabilities.
- Prepares biennial recommendations in the committee's report to address identified gaps.
- Prepares disability-related data, information, and resources in user-friendly formats for publications in a professional manner.
- Disseminates disability-related information to stakeholders.
- Conducts trainings and presentations on a variety of disability issues.
- Works closely with staff, constituents, and outside agencies and organizations to provide a coordinated approach to all Committee programs.
- Provides technical assistance to Committee members to support their participation in Committee meetings.
How You’ll Qualify
Research Specialist IV
- High school graduate or equivalent; and
- Four (4) years of professional experience in research and planning work.
Research Specialist V
- High school graduate or equivalent; and
- Five (5) years of professional experience in research and planning work.
Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis. Salary and position level will be based on experience and demonstrated skills.
You’re a Great Fit with
- Master’s degree;
- Prior experience in a disability-related services program;
- Advanced technical writing skills, including the use of styles and appropriate research citations; and
- Demonstrated skill in research, policy analysis, writing, and planning.
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s an excellent opportunity for a detailed-oriented professional with skill in analyzing research data. 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