Director I

Director I

PLEASE NOTE: The posted salary range is the full range for this position.

Agency salary policy, budget and candidate's qualifications will dictate final salary offer. Typically, salary offers are at or near the midpoint of the range, depending on qualifications or other factors.

The Director I position under the direction of the Radiation Section Director provides oversight

and direction of planning, implementation, supervision, and monitoring of all operational activities of the Radiation Licensing, Registration Billing, and Operations Branches, ensuring optimal day-to-day performance of essential unit business functions. Provides counsel and advice to the Section Director, Associate Commissioner, and Deputy Associate Commissioner in establishing operational goals and objectives, coordinating and evaluating operational activities, and implementing process improvements for all Licensing, Registration, Billing, and Operational activities within the Radiation Section. Serves as an advisor to the Surveillance Section Director, providing coordination and technical guidance on unit activities.

Directly manages Licensing, Registration, Billing, and Operations Branch Managers geographically dispersed over the state. Oversees and directs pragmatic activities within the unit and plans and assigns the work of others.

Interprets state and federal statutes, regulations, and standards and provides technical assistance to managers, unit staff, and the regulated community. Conducts strategic budget review, approves expenditures for unit and assists Section Director and division leadership in monitoring budget and expenditures. Has wide latitude for independent judgment, decision-making, and direction of activities. This position is required to work outside of normal business hours, as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

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

duties as assigned.

(35%) Directs the management, coordination, and oversight of the statewide Radiation Section operations and staff. Responsible for the overall implementation, coordination, and evaluation of Licensing, registration, Billing, and operations activities within the unit.

Provides counsel and advice to the Section Director regarding strategic operations of section programs and their impact; establishes strategic goals and objectives and ensures effective and efficient surveillance activities; facilitates alignment and coordination of unit functions toward goals and objectives; evaluates unit operations and makes recommendations to develop and implement process improvements; performs strategic budget review and expenditure approval for the unit; works with Division leadership to implement solutions. Oversees the planning development, and implementation of procedures that guide the operations for the statewide Radiation section unit.

(25%) Serves as a member of the Radiation Section's leadership team, coordinating with the Associate

Commissioner, Deputy Associate Commissioner, Section Director, and division financial team. Provides guidance

and direction to the branch managers and program staff throughout the Radiation Section on policy, planning, priorities, and operations. Works with Section leadership to identify and resolve risks/issues.

Provides project management and direction on key projects and leadership of unit-wide workgroups. Ensures assignments and deliverables are accurate and complete, and ensures deadlines are met for the unit.

(20%) Manages and provides direction to highly-specialized managers within the Radiation Section that are geographically disbursed across the state. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others.

Directs, manages, and develops staff through review of performance data, consultation, training, and performance appraisal. Responsible for hiring and selection, assigning work, completing performance evaluations, approving personnel disciplinary actions, and scheduling and approving leave.

(15%) Interprets and applies state and federal statutes, regulations, and standards. Reviews and evaluates the impact of proposed federal and state laws on program objectives.

Ensures the regulations and standards established by the department are fair, equitable, and consistent with state and federal law. Monitors compliance with regulations and standards by regulated individuals and entities. Represents the department by making presentations, providing information and testimony, and collaborating with consumer advocacy associations, other state agencies, and federal partners. Responds to requests by legislators and other public officials.

(5%) Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively

participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or

recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern

assignment and/or location.

Total Time Spent: 100%

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of inspection protocols and procedures in a regulatory environment.

Knowledge of auditing standards.

Knowledge of Texas legislative process.

Knowledge of strategic planning, human resource management, and project management.

Knowledge of process improvement or quality assurance systems.

Knowledge of the principles of leadership and how to effectively interact with various leadership styles. Knowledge

of rules and statutes relating to the Radiation Section.

Knowledge of contract management.

Skill in communication and public speaking.

Skill in directing multiple and competing priorities.

Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and implementing solutions.

Skill in working collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse groups.

Ability to think creatively and support creative thinking in others.

Ability to establish and measure goals and objectives.

Ability to direct, plan, assign, and evaluate the work of managers.

Ability to effectively manage and motivate managers.

Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff at all levels of an organization, agencies, providers,

stakeholders and elected officials.

Ability to make timely and effective decisions produce results through planning and evaluation of policies and

programs.

Ability to develop and implement effective customer service systems. Ability to interpret data and develop effective operating procedures.

Ability to organize and present information effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to direct effective work teams. Ability to comprehensively and accurately evaluate reports.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:

N/A Initial Selection Criteria:

1.Bachelor's degree in a radiological science or radiological health-related field from an accredited four-year college or university. 2. Or an associate degree from an accredited two-year college or university with current or previous ARRT or MRT Certification and at least two years of experience as a Radiology Technologist.

The following five criteria are generally preferred but are not required; the hiring supervisor may consider any applicant who does not meet any or all of the generally preferred criteria. NOTE: Experience and education may be substituted for one another (15 semester hours = 6 months' experience). (1) 5 + years of experience managing technical and administrative staff. (2) 5 + years of experience in coordinating, monitoring, or evaluating the work of others. (3) Experience developing policies and procedures and/or evaluating workflow practices. (4) 5+ years of experience in a regulatory radiation program for a city, county, state, or federal regulatory program. (5) Experience as a radiation safety officer.

PREFERRED CRITERIA:

• Advanced degree in a radiological technical field

• Experience with a state regulatory agency

• Experience in a regulatory environment

Experience in health physics and radiation sciences, working in a radiation safety program.

Additional Information:

Additional Information:

1.Applicants who fail to follow the written instructions in completing the State of Texas Employment Application may be disqualified.

2.PLEASE NOTE: Your application must be complete.

It MUST contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer, name of supervisor, current/final salary, specific reason for leaving, and a summary of experience that demonstrates you meet the initial selection criteria at minimum. Missing information may lead to disqualification.

3.RESUMES DO NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF THE REQUIREMENT TO ENTER ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION IN THE APPLICATION ("See Resume" is not acceptable on the application). Resumes attached and/or pasted into the resume field may not be considered equivalent to the State Application. Information on application must clearly state how applicant meets initial selection criteria in the summary of experience section of the application.

4.This position is eligible for telework, which will be determined by agency and division telework policies. The employee will be required to come into the office, as directed, to fulfill essential job functions.

DSHS will provide computer, related equipment, and basic office supplies. Selected applicants must have a home office location free from distraction, the ability to provide personal home internet service, and the ability to ensure confidentiality in the workplace.

5.Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work extended hours.

6.Note: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

7.Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHS Human Resources Manual. Internal applicants are encouraged to check the HR manual for any potential changes to their current salary.

8.Consideration will also be given to known past job performance, if applicable, and prior work history.

MOS Code:

MOS Code:

There may be no military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position.

All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx

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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.

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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