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Functional Title: Management Analyst IV Job Title: Management Analyst IV Agency: Dept of State Health Services Department: Budget Posting Number: 22984 Closing Date: 11/17/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $7,416.67 - $8,333.34 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First) Telework: Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 5% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)
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Management Analyst IV Job Description:
Management Analyst IV performs highly advanced professional administrative and policy analysis work. Responsible for creating a culture of continuous improvement by focusing on business process analysis, improvement, prioritization and project management. Performs operational monitoring of one or more budgetary projects with established business process and metrics. Functions include daily performance monitoring of budgetary projects and schedules, troubleshooting issues, developing recommendations for resolutions and attending meetings. Reviews policy changes and project concepts for impacts to the business operations. Analyze business requirements and procedures specifications for process improvement. Identifies process challenges across the eligibility determination process, recommend improvements to quality and efficiency of services/performance, and coordinate across functions to see projects through to completion. Uses a variety of software applications including CAPPS, Access, Excel, ABEST, USAS, Powerpoint and Word to perform essential job functions. Works under direction of the Budget Director with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
40% Reviews and assesses current and new management practices for daily operations. Includes reviewing and development of procedures and processes to meet agency and customer needs. Works with the budget department and other departments that are integrated to coordinate activities to ensure consistent training, procedure efficiency, and effectiveness. Utilizes CAPPS, USAS and Access database to maintain, monitor, and track chartfield financial elements, agency profiles and budgetary project performance standards. Establishes goals and objectives for standardized business practices for all budgetary projects to ensure consistency across the agency. Leads workgroups, setting schedules and priorities to develop new processes, discuss project performance standards, develop budgetary projects in support of agency and legislative requests. Implements new forms, processes, and customer service objectives, and gathers assignment information from agency staff for upper management.
20% Develops schedules, prioritize, oversees and leads multiple budgetary projects; evaluates budgetary project performance and activities such as but not limited to: legislative appropriations request, fiscal notes, development of the operating budget and mid-year, including recommendations for corrective actions on any identified issues or findings. Develop, coordinate and present training to agency staff to meet operational requirements. Exercises problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Reviews and analyzes agency staff responses of assignment information. Monitors assignments to ensure timely and successful completion. Communicates information to agency staff to assist them in the completion of budgetary project and assignments. Provides guidance to agency staff on project implementation, procedures, reports and standard requirements of budgetary projects.
20% Conducts continuous evaluation of processes and forms to determine best practices, identify inefficiencies, and consult with agency staff and management across divisions on process improvements. Communicates with agency and management to share information, answer inquiries, resolve issues, and escalate cross-department concerns. Maintains current knowledge of all agency polices, standard operating procedures, state and federal rules, regulations and statutes. Participates in agency workgroups; advises, presents and communicates regularly with director on recommended procedure changes, work group functions and changing business practices among the agency.
20% Reviews proposed policies, legislation, and new procedures for impact to the section’s operations. Leads the development and implementation of new budgetary projects. Lead work groups and/or meet with management, agency staff, and external customers to compile impact and input. Communicate to management concerns, issues with recommended resolutions.
Performs other related work as assigned. This position currently teleworks 50% onsite and 50% remote. If you live outside the state of Texas, only apply if you are willing to relocate.
Registration, Licensure Requirement or Certifications:
None.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and statutes relevant to business and management practices. General knowledge of the Department of State and Health Services programs. Knowledge of the principles of effective management, to include organizing, coordinating, planning, scheduling and implementing initiatives policy and procedures. Knowledge of state accounting and budgetary procedures. Skill in both written and oral communications and experience with giving presentations to varying audiences. Skill in the use of standard agency computer hardware and software such as Microsoft Office Suite. Skill in the use of agency applications CAPPS, USAS, ABEST and other governmental financial or human resources applications. Ability to establish goals, objectives, plan and oversee organizational studies and work groups. Ability to review and evaluate processes to identify issues and implement corrective action plans. Ability to manage multiple tasks requiring flexibility in work prioritization. Ability to identify problems, develops and evaluates policies and procedures, and implements effective solutions. Ability to develop clear and concise reports, forms and assignments to distribute or interrupt and make recommendations for agency wide changes. Ability to plan, assign/ or supervise the work of others. Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating agency functions and activities and make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with external contacts, agency staff and management across divisions.
Initial Screening Criteria:
Applications should document experience relevant to the following criteria. Specific examples of responsibilities, projects, and work products should be included.
- Experience reviewing business or administrative operations, developing procedures, and identifying or implementing process improvements.
- Experience coordinating multiple projects or assignments, establishing schedules and priorities, monitoring progress, and resolving issues to meet deadlines.
- Experience supporting budget development, financial analysis, or budget-related projects. Experience with legislative appropriations requests, fiscal notes, operating budgets, or mid-year budget reviews is preferred.
- Experience using financial systems, spreadsheets, or databases to maintain, validate, analyze, and track financial or operational information. Experience with CAPPS, USAS, Access, or comparable systems is preferred.
- Experience coordinating workgroups or cross-department assignments and preparing procedures, reports, training materials, or presentations for staff or management.
- Experience interpreting policies, procedures, laws, or regulations and assessing their effects on business operations. Experience reviewing proposed legislation or implementing operational changes is preferred.
Additional Information Section:
Full salary range may not be offered due to budget limitations.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.
Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:
- The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
- Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
- DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form