Management Analyst Job Listing at Texas Health and Human Services in Austin, TX (Job ID 14995-en_US)

Description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Management Analyst 
Job Title: Management Analyst V 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Audit 
Posting Number: 14995 
Closing Date: 06/17/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support 
Salary Range: $7,015.16 - $9,166.67 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27 
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 15% 
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:  
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Job Description:
Make an impact with a career at the Texas Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit and Inspections Division! The OIG was established to combat fraud, waste, and abuse in publicly funded state Health and Human Services programs. We are looking for talented, innovative and driven people who believe they can help create a better future. Our office provides a collaborative and supportive workplace culture to grow your career and help positively impact the lives of Texans. Our success is truly based on our people. This is why we commit to supporting our people not only in professional growth, but also in our commitment to work life balance. Audit and Inspections team members enjoy meaningful, challenging and diverse work, a supportive and innovative work environment, coaching and mentor programs, and many more benefits. Position offers a hybrid schedule of telework and in-office work. This position's ability to telework will be determined by agency and division telework policies and will be required to come into the office, as directed, to fulfill essential job functions.

The Audit and Inspections Management Analyst performs highly advanced, senior-level training, mentoring, coaching, and oversight work in the Health and Human Services (HHS) OIG Audit and Inspections Division. Develops division-specific training programs; provides coaching and mentoring to staff; conducts contract oversight and monitoring of the division's external professional audit services provider; and performs other duties or tasks as assigned. The applicant should have experience in training and development, auditing or related field, with the ability to coach and mentor staff to develop their core audit and inspection skills, putting staff in a position to succeed. Work is performed under minimal direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and division policies and procedures.
 

Essential Job Functions:
EJF 1: Training (35%)
Develops division-specific training programs and serves as a resource for staff regarding available training programs and professional development. Acts as a lead role in the identification and acquisition of external training. Coordinates the development of presentations for courses tailored to the staff of various experience levels. Works with the Audit and Inspections staff and management to develop curricula, course outlines, training aids, and other instructional materials with a focus on increasing staff technical knowledge and complying with relevant standards. Consults with division management and staff to identify training needs, including the development of an annual division training plan. Coordinates training events by determining and securing dates, times, locations, facilitators, and number of participants; and maintains training schedules. Designs and reviews course evaluations and identifies new and improved practices for enhancement to training programs. Develops training program policies, procedures, or manuals. Monitors staff compliance with continuing education requirements.

EJF 2: Contract Oversight and Monitoring (35%)
Conducts contract oversight and monitoring of the division's external professional audit services provider(s). May serve as the division's primary point of contact with the external services provider. Monitors contract performance including provider compliance with timelines, deliverables, and other contract terms. Evaluates the quality of services and deliverables and provides feedback to division leadership. Facilitates identification of audit topics and selection of auditees through coordination with the OIG's Fraud Analytics and Data Operations and audit division management. Coordinates communication between the external services provider and HHS program staff. Provides guidance and feedback to the external services provider, including recommending appropriate dispositions of potential audit exceptions identified.

EJF 3: Coaching and Mentoring (20%)
Provides coaching and mentoring to audit and inspection staff and performs ongoing training needs assessments to develop individualized training opportunities and educational interventions. Creates and administers specialized training and staff development. Provides consultative and technical assistance to division staff, including one-on-one and just-in-time training, as needed. Provides onboarding trainings support for new hires and staff promotions to ensure alignment with job expectations and operational standards. Coordinates with the division New Auditor Training Program workgroup to help mentors and division staff train newly hired auditors. Provides monitoring and oversight to ensure New Auditor Training Program procedures are being followed. Evaluates and recommends training interventions and process improvements.

EJF 4: Other (10%)
At the direction of division management, performs other duties or tasks as assigned, including research for potential audits and inspections, assisting with risk assessment activities, preparing presentations and talking points for division leadership, hiring activities, and performing other strategic and administrative functions. Assist in leadership strategies to improve morale, team building, and retention through analysis of work distribution and turnover trends. Identifies recruitment opportunities and provides support at job fairs and hiring events, as needed.
 

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge, skills, and abilities critical to develop in order to successfully perform in this position:

• Knowledge of instructional and curriculum design.
• Knowledge of technologies and best practices for instructional manuals and teaching platforms.
• Knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards.
• Knowledge of various audit methods.
• Knowledge of the auditing process, including analyzing and interpreting internal controls, risks, and criteria.
• Skills in synthesizing, analyzing, and relaying information in easily understandable and concise documents and oral presentations.
• Skills in facilitating workgroups.

• Skills collaborating with teams to develop recommendations for OIG leadership's consideration that are attainable, reasonable, and likely to meet the goals and expected outcomes of the initiatives.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective and supportive working relationships with all levels of staff.
• Ability to develop training objectives, to assess the effectiveness of training, and to assess training needs.
• Ability to manage large, complex projects.
• Ability to identify and collaborate with key stakeholders.
• Ability to clearly communicate with a variety of audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to appropriately prioritize and manage work and to produce quality work, at times within short deadlines.
• Ability to work under limited supervision; exercise sound, independent judgment; set priorities; meet deadlines and adapt to shifting project developments.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to prepare well-written, concise briefing documents and reports, and visually dynamic presentations.
• Ability to professionally represent the OIG.
   

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
N/A  

Initial Selection Criteria:
Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university, plus 4 years of professional or technical work experience in developing and training staff, performing research, compliance analysis, or monitoring.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in designing and delivering professional development or training programs.

2. Experience in auditing, compliance reviews, financial analysis, or other relevant fields as determined by the hiring manager.

3. Experience in contract administration, performance monitoring, or coordinating contractor or vendor activities.

Relevant certifications and advanced degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Additional Information:
The OIG is responsible for preventing, detecting, auditing, inspecting, reviewing, and investigating fraud, waste, and abuse in the provision of HHS in Medicaid and other HHS programs. Potential employees of OIG are subject to criminal background checks in accordance with the HHS Human Resources policy. Selected applicants must complete a national fingerprint-based criminal background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety (TDPS) and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) to determine if they have criminal history record information that constitutes a bar to employment.

OIG will request that all applicants considered for an interview provide responses to essay questions. Failure to respond to the request could disqualify an applicant from the interview process.

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.  

 I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS 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.

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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.