Director of IT Service Delivery

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.

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Functional Title: Director of IT Service Delivery
Job Title: Director IV
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc
Department: Chief Inf Office-Op
Posting Number: 13719
Closing Date: 08/13/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-29
Salary Range: $8,488.33 - $14,356.00
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day
Additional Shift:
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: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD
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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This position reports to the Deputy Chief Information Officer within the Information Technology Services Division at the Department of Family and Protective Services. The role will have management and oversight of delivery of software solutions supporting the business functions of DFPS to include Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Investigations, Child Protective Services, Community Based Care, Statewide Intake and Administrative Functions.

This position performs highly advanced (senior-level) managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning. Work involves establishing the strategic plan and goals and objectives; developing policies, procedures, and guidelines; establishing priorities, standards, and measurement tools for determining progress in meeting goals; coordinating and evaluating program activities and/or business functions; and reviewing and approving budgets within a department or division. Supervises the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (EJFs):

Directs program activities and/or business functions within a department(s) or division(s).

Oversees and/or prepares a division(s) or department(s) budget and reviews and approves major expenditures; and ensures that requirements of funding sources are met.

Oversees the collection, organization, analysis, and preparation of reports and studies, including management, productivity, and financial reports.

Develops and/or oversees the implementation of long-range and short-term plans. Develops and implements techniques for evaluating program activities and/or business functions; and identifies need for changes.

Develops, establishes, and implements goals and objectives consistent with the agency's strategic plan; and develops standards for achieving those goals.

Develops policies, procedures, and guidelines; and monitors compliance.

Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.

Reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to provide direction and guidance.

Responds to legislative inquiries and requests for information, and participates in developing legislative appropriation requests.

Plans, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and directs evaluation activities.

May participate in or oversee strategic communication efforts.

Supervises the work of others.

Other duties as assigned.

Performs related work as assigned. Attends work on a regular basis and in accordance with agency policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program activities and/or business functions; and the principles and practices of public administration and management.

Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy.

Ability to direct and organize program activities and/or business functions; to establish goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.

INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.

Five to eight years of program management experience. Experience must be progressive and demonstrate development and management of large scale and complex programs.

Experience working on IT projects.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Experience in health and human services or child welfare experience is preferred.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements, or Certifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP) 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 Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at 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: .

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-. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.