Human Resources Executive Hiring Support Specialist

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.

What You Get Beyond Your Paycheck

When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don't match-often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.

Here's what you get as a full-time employee:

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members-saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that's time off you're actually paid for)
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance-at rates much lower than most private plans
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment

You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster.

You can see all the details here: ERS recruitment brochure

Functional Title: Human Resources Executive Hiring Support Specialist

Job Title: Human Resources Spclst V

Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc

Department: Talent Acquisition Group

Posting Number: 19356

Closing Date: 08/07/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range: $5,425.33 - $8,886.16

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24

Shift: Day

Additional Shift:

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD

Other Locations:

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General Description

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is seeking a Human Resources Executive Hiring Support Specialist to support executive and critical-position recruitment efforts across the agency. This position performs advanced human resources work involving workforce planning, recruitment, staffing consultation, policy interpretation, compliance review, and strategic hiring support. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative.

Essential Job Functions

• Support executive and leadership recruitment initiatives through workforce planning, candidate sourcing, screening, and selection support.
• Analyze staffing needs, recruitment trends, and workforce data to develop hiring strategies and improve recruitment outcomes.
• Review applicant qualifications and assist hiring managers in identifying qualified candidates.
• Provide guidance to management and staff on recruitment policies, procedures, classification matters, and hiring requirements.
• Interpret and apply state and federal laws, agency policies, and HR best practices to ensure compliant hiring decisions.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, job postings, interview processes, and onboarding support.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and workforce metrics to support leadership decision-making.
• Monitor recruitment effectiveness and recommend process improvements to strengthen hiring and retention efforts.
• Maintain applicant tracking systems, recruitment records, and HR data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Deliver training and technical assistance on recruitment-related policies and procedures.
• Resolve complex staffing issues and provide recommendations to support effective workforce management.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure per Governor Abbott Executive Order GA-48.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing human resources activities; the principles and practices of human resources management; and human resources programs such as employment, compensation, classification, employee relations and engagement, benefits, workers' compensation, workforce planning, or organizational development.

Skill in oral and written communication; in conducting interviews; in using a computer and applicable software, including human resources-related applications; in problem solving; and in prioritizing and handling multiple tasks.

Ability to explain policies and procedures to staff and the public; to maintain confidential and sensitive information; to develop and analyze human resources processes; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with applicants, employees, and the general public; and to communicate effectively.

Ability to manage; to provide leadership and resolve conflicts, grievances, or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact; to identify rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; and to analyze information, make correct inferences, and draw accurate conclusions

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of human resources principles, recruitment practices, and employment laws.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret policies and communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Experience analyzing workforce data and preparing reports for management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Registration, Certification, or Licensure

Not applicable

Initial Screening Criteria

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.

Three years full-time consultative, supervisory, managerial, social service, professional, human resources, or technical work which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material or Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience.

Acceptable Substitutions:

One additional year full-time consultative, human resources, supervisory, managerial, social service, professional or technical work which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material or Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education, with a maximum substitution of four years.

Graduate degree may be substituted for the required experience, with a maximum substitution of two years.

Experience supporting executive level staff is preferred.

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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 to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditors Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.

Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver's record check.

State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.

As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.