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Functional Title: Associate Commissioner for Information & Data Management
Job Title: Director IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: DAP Enterprise Info Mgmt
Posting Number: 14202
Closing Date: 03/27/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range: $8,488.33 - $14,356.00
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-29
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First)
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 8003,8040,8041,8042,10C0,111X,112X,113X,114X,20C0,30C0,40C0,611X,612X,631X,641X,648X,90G0,91C0,91W0
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Brief Job Description:
The Associate Commissioner for Information and Data Management is selected by and reports to the Deputy Executive Commissioner of the Office of Data, Analytics, and Performance (DAP). This position performs advanced (senior-level) managerial activities providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning for the Information and Data Management department. The Associate Commissioner is responsible for governance of key data assets within and across the HHS System. Governance activities will ensure data assets are strategically utilized across HHS programs through various tactical initiatives, ensuring standardized processes are created for collecting, processing, and consuming data across all stakeholders, thereby ensuring creation of singular data definitions and formats and identification of "systems of record" for each data asset. Works with HHS agency leadership and senior management (both within business and IT) to ensure understanding of the interdependencies and impact points created by standardized and singular data assets on key business processes, including operations and analytics. Manages the change (to people, process, and technology) resulting from the creation of key data assets impacting key business processes. Collaborates with Data Trustees, Data Owners, and Data Stewards to assure data management initiatives and sustaining processes are aligned with the strategic business objectives of the system. Supports compliance with system data policies and audit of data for regulatory requirements; represents the agency on workgroups and committees to coordinate and develop HHS data policies and priorities; and makes public presentations on data governance initiatives and issues.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
EJF. 1 In collaboration with the DAP Deputy Executive Commissioner, develops an overarching data management strategy to ensure data assets align with HHS System objectives. (20%)
EJF. 2 Develops and implements Data Governance policy and the Data Quality program. (15%)
EJF. 3 Directs data management efforts across the HHS System. (20%)
EJF. 4 In collaboration with the DAP Deputy Executive Commissioner, manages and enforces compliance with data governance policies. (15%)
EJF. 5 Coordinates interactions between program and Information Technology staff regarding changes to data structure, data quality, and metrics to ensure the compliance with Data Governance policy. (10%)
EJF. 6 Assists the DAP DEC to plan and coordinate the Data Governance Council meetings, resolve emerging issues and escalate issues to the Data Governance Steering Committee as needed. (10%)
EJF. 7 Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others. 10%
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of data management principals.
Knowledge of data governance principles and methods.
Knowledge of health and human service programs.
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relevant to data governance activities.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to health and human services.
Knowledge of major information management programs within HHS.
Knowledge of big data solutions, such as Hadoop, MapReduce, HBase or others.
Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing technical information to be understandable to audiences that lack specific technical knowledge.
Ability to operationalize data governance and data quality solutions.
Ability to develop and deploy best practices and methods for data governance.
Ability to manage and lead technical data teams across HHS.
Initial Screening Criteria:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Full-time professional experience working with or in governmental entities (e.g., work with state government, federal government, a public agency, advocacy organization, etc.).
Experience in developing and presenting oral and written reports.
Experience with the Texas legislative process, including analysis of statute, rule, and budget related items.
Experience managing projects or initiatives. This experience includes strategic planning, project coordination, monitoring, maintaning schedules, and guiding teams.
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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 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 Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS 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 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.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
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