Program Specialist (Program Specialist IV)
Trabajo No.: 2026-36
- No. de trabajo TWC: 16945172
- Requiere viajar: Up to 10%
- Salario mensual: $5,416.67 - $6,000.00
- Ubicación de puesto: Austin, TX
- Paso de grupo: B20
- Clase: 1573
- Status: Veteran Hold
Program Specialist – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor (OOG) is looking for two Program Specialists (Program Specialist IV) to work in the Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office.
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 $5,416.67 - $6,000.00 a month ($65,000.04 - $72,000.00 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 position performs highly complex (senior-level) consultative services, technical assistance work, and provides recommendations to staff and applicable stakeholders on projects related to the Texas Advanced Nuclear Development Fund and associated grant programs (TANDF) as established in House Bill 14, 89th Regular Legislative Session. Prepares financial and other business reports and responds to internal and external inquiries. Assists in planning and coordinating projects and grant activities together with other TANEO and OOG team members.
- Develops and administers TANDF programs, as assigned.
- Performs an array of technical, training, research, planning, program assessment, and administrative activities for TANEO grant programs, as assigned.
- Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates grant funded program activities.
- Analyzes grant applications to determine eligibility and compliance with program guidance, state law, and other requirements.
- Negotiates changes with potential grantees to make adjustments that ensure accountability and ensure that the project scope meets the requirements and priorities established by the TANEO.
- Engages prospective program applicants and communities in identifying local benefits from development to completion.
- Regularly communicates with program participants.
- Coordinates and collaborates with TANEO staff in program planning, development, implementation, analysis, and documentation of TANEO programs.
- Prepares and delivers presentations to internal and external audiences.
- Monitors performance and compliance in assigned portfolio of grant programs.
- Monitors required performance reports and recommends appropriate changes.
- Updates and maintains data related to the nuclear energy industry and regulatory trends to ensure the most current and accurate information is available for program purposes.
- Ensures thorough completion of data and well-organized recordkeeping, including electronic and/or hardcopy formats.
- Demonstrates subject matter expertise, professional confidence, and clarity when representing TANEO.
- Develops, interprets, and/or revises policies, procedures, rules, standards, and other program documents.
- Demonstrates accurate accounting practices, as needed, to support financial reporting and grantee budget review.
- Advises staff on matters relating to financial contracts, third-party business agreements, and similar documents.
- Provides guidance to staff in the development and integration of new methods and procedures.
- Develops and implements action plans to improve program effectiveness and efficiency.
- Maintains a regular work schedule and may work extended hours as needed.
How You’ll Qualify
- High school graduate or equivalent; and
- Four (4) years of professional experience in business administration, finance, accounting, economic development, economics, political science, public administration, grant administration, or a related field.
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 business administration, finance, accounting, economic development, economics, political science, public administration, or a related field;
- Knowledge of state grant or economic incentive programs, financial statements, implementation and administration of finance programs, and knowledge of investment or project management, including local, state, and federal laws and regulations;
- Certified Texas Contract Manager; and
- Knowledge of nuclear energy industry and market terminology, procedures and related industry trends.
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s a great job for a professional who is skilled at overseeing and supporting program development and maintaining accurate data and organized record keeping. 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