Job/Position DescriptionCPI Program Administrator (Manager V): The position works under the direct supervision of the Region 3 West CPI Regional Director and directs and manages regional program activities related to Child Protective Investigations (CPI). The position develops, manages and evaluates program services, guidelines, procedures, policies, activities and budget information. The position works with communities, elected officials, administrative staff in other agencies providing services to abused and neglected children and their families, judicial, legal, and law enforcement personnel, medical and treatment professionals, fiscal, human resources, business management, audit division and government relations. The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) staff including State Office CPI division, regional management team, regional and local child protective services boards and other stakeholders.Performs highly advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of an agencyand#146;s business function, division, or department. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, and policies; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating business function, division, or department activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; and monitoring budget expenditures. Supervises the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.Manages day-to-day activities of staff within a large and/or highly complex business function(s), division(s), or department(s). Oversees the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals; and monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of staffing levels.Oversees the implementation of changes resulting from new legislation.Oversees special investigations, research studies, special projects, internal audits, and the implementation of special initiatives. Establishes goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and manages evaluation activities. Monitors compliance with policies and procedures; and provides input or approves new policies and procedures. Prepares management and productivity reports; and reviews and approves documents and reports developed by employees to ensure professional quality and appearance, appropriate content, consistency, and responsiveness. Develops and implements techniques for evaluating business function, division, or department activities. Plans and develops a budget, evaluates budget requests, monitors budget expenditures, and makes adjustments as necessary.Reviews and evaluates the impact of proposed federal and state laws on program objectives.Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations. May manage multiple business functions and provide oversight to associated staff.Supervises the work of others. Performs related work as assigned.Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsMay require registration, certification, or licensure in a specialty area.Knowledge Skills AbilitiesKnowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to a business https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=590519 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.