Adult Safety Net Team Lead

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Functional Title: Adult Safety Net Team Lead 
Job Title: Program Specialist VI 
Agency: Dept of State Health Services 
Department: Immunization Unit 
Posting Number: 13017 
Closing Date: 02/05/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Life, Physical, and Social Science 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-23 
Salary Range: $5,098.66 - $6,701.75 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 20% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (DHT) 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS 
 
 
 

Brief Job Description:

Under the limited leadership of the Texas Vaccines for Children and Adult Safety Net Program Manager, this position performs highly advanced (senior level) consultative services and technical assistance work with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment in the Adult Immunization Program and future adult immunization activities. Works closely with the Vaccines Operations Group Manager to establish the goals and objectives for the ASN Program. Conducts evaluation activities for the ASN Program; Work involves planning, developing, and implementing strategies to improve adult immunization; training and education; programmatic management; internal quality assurance. Works with the DSHS Regional Adult Immunization Coordinators (AIC) and communicates with staff at ASN enrolled sites. Serves as a team lead for Adult Immunization Program and liaison for partnerships with state and national professional associations, stakeholders, and internal partners. Write and updates policies and procedures for the adult immunization activities and project team. Communicates with partners verbally and in writing regarding adult immunization, notifications and updates. Provides updates on the adult immunization program to senior management.  

Essential Job Functions:

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

(50%) Serves as a subject matter expert for the Adult Immunization Program by providing education and technical assistance to the team, internal partners and stakeholders. Writes or updates policies and procedures for the ASN team. Communicates with customers verbally and in writing regarding Centers for Disease Control (CDC) notifications and updates. Provides recommendations on complex ASN Program policies and procedures to senior management. Performs high-level reviews, evaluation, and distribution of immunization vaccine coverage assessment rates to providers, stakeholders and management that are received from the Assessment, Compliance and Evaluation (ACE) group. Responsible for advanced (senior-level) writing/editing/updating program memos and program documents for participating providers and responsible entities. Distributes and monitors the work of two staff members in the ASN group and develops and implements the team's performance. Communicates with customers verbally and in writing. Conducts training for other staff on policies and procedures of the ASN Program.

(40%) Serves as a Lead for implementing the Adult Immunization Framework. Ensures that all Adult Immunization activities in the grant are completed timely and in accordance with CDC policy. Prepares brochures and other documents on ASN Program for distribution to staff at ASN-enrolled sites. Explains complex policies and procedures to staff from ASN enrolled sites. Responsible for updating and maintaining program memos and program documents. 

(10%) Actively participates in calls and trainings regarding the Adult Immunization Program. Responds to customer inquiries in writing and via the telephone.

(5%) Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligation for disaster response and/or recovery of Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternative shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of the immunizations, medical terminology; the natural history of vaccine-preventable diseases; risk assessment and risk management related to vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Skill in synthesizing complex information and translating it into clear and concise policy documents.
• Strong skills in communicating verbally and in writing and presenting information publicly.
• Strong skill in conducting and facilitating meetings
• Skill in synthesizing, analyzing and evaluating highly complicated and technical information and translating it into understandable and concise documents and oral presentations for agency execution, elected officials, and the public.
• Skill in developing creative and workable solutions to complex problems and policy issues.
• Strong skills in analyzing and evaluating complex federal and state legislation, program, policy, and operations issues.
• Strong skills in researching, interpreting, and analyzing complex data and policies, and identifying policy options and impacts for decision makers.
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, including the ability to work with people under pressure, negotiate among multiple parties, resolve conflicts, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with various level personnel in governmental entities.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lead teams and facilitate workgroups
• Ability to collaborate and develop effective professional relationships with coworkers and stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize time and manage multiple project deadlines.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to research, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts
• Ability to use Office Products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook  

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

None

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university required with major course work in public health, social services, policy, biology, or a related field. One year of full-time relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience in public health, health promotion and education, health policy, and/or immunizations.
• Experience in leading projects.   
• Experience researching, interpreting and analyzing data and policies.

Additional Information:

If selected for an interview, an in-basket will be required.

This position is required to be in office for two months. After two months, this position may be eligible for telework based on performance.

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 for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.  Download the I-9 form