Program Specialist

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking a Program Specialist III to join our team in the Office of Employer Engagement and Community Outreach. Located in Austin, this position serves businesses, colleges, non-profits, and other workforce development stakeholders across multiple counties.

About the role

This role requires 35% travel and involves performing complex consultative services and technical assistance work. You will work under general supervision but have significant latitude to use initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and interpret policies and procedures in a public or private agency.
• Manage projects within a business, economic development organization, chamber of commerce, state agency, workforce development board, or community college environment.
• Prepare presentations, conduct public speaking engagements, and develop marketing materials.
• Develop and manage grants and participate in grant reviews.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, colleges, non-profits, and other workforce development stakeholders.
• Identify and address workforce development needs while being flexible and adaptable to new challenges and opportunities.

Requirements

• One year and six months of full-time experience in the development, implementation, or interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

Qualifications

• Project management experience within a business, economic development organization, chamber of commerce, state agency, workforce development board, or community college environment.
• Experience with presentation preparation, public speaking, sales, marketing, outreach techniques, and public relations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Self-motivated problem solver.
• Enthusiastic about workforce development and business climate.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision.

Benefits

TWC offers a competitive starting salary range of $4,473.00 - $5,512.00/month, a Defined Retirement Benefit Plan, optional 401(k) and 457 accounts, medical insurance, paid time off, and additional benefits available through the Employee Resource Services (ERS).

To apply, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and submit your application online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC does not consider applications from individuals requiring sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or currently on student or postgraduate visas.