Comptroller- Program Research & Policy Development Specialist

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Please note that this job posting can be closed without notice and earlier than the closing date indicated in the posting if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage applicants to submit and complete the application promptly.

Are you ready to grow, make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.

Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service.  Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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About The Division

Statewide Procurement Division connects vendors with state purchasers and contract opportunities, and help state and local government entities procure non-IT goods and services through easily accessible contracts that meet their needs.

General description

Join the Statewide Procurement Division as a Program Research & Policy Development Specialist! This role performs senior- level consultative services and technical assistance on behalf of the Statewide Training and Certification Program (TCP). Work involves -planning, development, and implementation of the TCP’s initiatives. Serves as the program’s liaison. Provides customer support and assistance to contract managers and procurement professionals within governmental agencies, state of Texas (agencies), co-ops and political subdivisions who participate in the statewide TCP. Maintains the program’s training records and manages the logistics of the program’s registration site to include, but not limited to, posting of courses, payments and course closeout. Organizing and analyzing training needs to establish goals and objectives for program advancements. Reviewing literature, statutes, rules and/or policies to develop program guidelines and curriculum. May coordinate, facilitate and/or teach specialized training sessions. May develop the program’s procedural, educational, and marketing materials. May train others.   

Apply today and help the Comptroller's office keep the Texas economy strong.

Work Hours

Agency standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, 40 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend hours. Hours are subject to change based upon business need or division determination.

This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

• Four years of experience providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, organizations, or the general public.

• Four years of experience with development of adult education curriculum development, instructional design research, program management, and program evaluation.

• Four years of policy analysis experience.

• Four years of project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in education, organizational development, business administration, human resources, or public policy.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Education (MEd), or Master of Public Affairs (MPAff) degree.

• Two years of experience writing procedure manuals, reports, educational workbooks or related projects.

• Two years of experience with procurement or contract management.

• Two years of experience researching or implementing Texas state statute and rules.

• Two years of experience with public outreach.

• Two years of experience in procurement policy analysis.

Substitution:

• One (1) additional year of experience providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, organizations, or the general public may substitute for thirty semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years).

In this role you will

• Researches statute and best practices to improve training curriculum. Evaluate research findings relative to specific projects being developed. Updates curriculum to reflect current law. Develops training materials and continuing education opportunities. Coordinates, facilitates and/or teaches specialized training sessions. Conducts outreach initiatives and develops web content for the program.

• Provides consultative support to agencies and professional groups involved in the program to resolve issues and problems. Assists with formulating policies and procedures for the program. Assists with compiling data, preparing reports and other correspondence.

• Facilitates the logistics and processes new certification and renewal applications in a timely manner for contract management and procurement professionals. Maintains an accurate database of student records, profiles, payments, and exam results. Monitors course payments used for program revenues.

• Perform special projects as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Attends procurement and education training, professional development, and conferences within and outside the state of Texas.

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering

If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Important Note to the Candidate:

 
Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

MILITARY PREFERENCE

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
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Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office, 

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The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas:

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position.

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller’s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.