Do you have a passion for public state service and enjoy making a difference? The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is hiring! We regulate the insurance industry, administer the Texas workers’ compensation system, perform the duties of the State Fire Marshal’s Office, and educate and protect consumers. Apply now if you’re looking for a rewarding career in public service. The Texas Department of Insurance is in the Capitol Complex, in the Barbara Jordan Building at 1601 Congress Avenue in Austin, near the Texas Capitol.

Benefits of working at TDI:

·Flexible work schedules.

·Work-life-balance.

·96 hours of accrued vacation a year.

·96 hours of accrued sick leave a year.

·20+ holidays every year.

·Career advancement opportunities.

·Free parking.

·401(k) and 457 Programs.

·State of Texas retirement plan with a lifetime annuity through the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

·Free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees and 50% off premium costs for dependents (state pays other 50%).

·Optional benefits like dental, vision, life insurance, and many more.

·Qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Before you apply:

TDI does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.

Learn about our selection process, our military employment preference, licensing, and credential requirements.

Program Specialist I (Data Specialist)

TheDataSpecialistisresponsiblefortheadministrationofhumanresourcesandensuringcompliance with federal and state laws. Work involves processing and entering information into internal Human Resources Information Systems (CAPPS HR/Payroll) and other internal databases. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This position:

·ProcessesPREQs/PAFsandentersdataintotheCAPPSHR/Payrollsystem withinestablished deadlines to ensure conformity with the agency, state, and federal regulations.

·Researches, processes,andrepliestimelytocurrentandpriorstateemployment inquiries.

·ReconcilesdiscrepanciesbetweenCAPPSHR/Payrollsystem,USPSpersonnelsystem, personnel files, and communicates with other staff to resolve discrepancies.

·Assistswithhumanresourcesautomatedfilingsystems(SharePoint)inaccordancewith internal procedures and the Texas State Records Retention Schedule.

·Respondstoroutinequestionsfromemployeesonhumanresourcespoliciesand procedures.

·Backupwithpostingjobvacanciesoninternalorexternal websites.

·Backupwithsendingcertified/regularmail requests.

·Backupwithphone coverage.

·Backupastheadditionaldutysafety officer.

·Performsotherdutiesas assigned.

This position requires:

·Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in business, public administration, human resource management, management, or in a field relative to the assignment.

·One year of experience including working with various databases, processing, and entering actions, and customer service.

·Regular work attendance.

·Education and experience relevant to position requirements may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

Additional job details:

·A skills test will be administered for those candidates selected for an interview.

Preferences for this position include:

·Experience with CAPPS HR/Payroll, Oracle and/or Peoplesoft.

·Experience in entering personnel actions in the CAPPS system.

·Experience processing reports through CAPPS Query Manager.

·Proficiency in working with excel and tableau.

·Experience with processing employment verifications.

This position requires demonstrated knowledge of:

·State laws, rules, procedures, and regulations relevant to job requirements.

·Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) such as USPS, CAPPS, PeopleSoft, or Oracle.

·Human resource programs such as employment, compensation, and classification.

·Basic office practices.

·Public administration and management techniques.

·Business terminology, spelling, punctuation, grammar, typing formats, and word processing techniques and procedures.

·Use of personal computers and related software such as Microsoft Office suite.

This position requires demonstrated skill in:

·Problem solving and critical thinking.

·Using Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.

·Using personal computers sufficient to enter and extract data from related systems and programs such as Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel (CAPPS) and other systems required to perform the job.

·Data analysis, problem solving, and implementing effective solutions.

·Effectively communicating both verbally and in writing.

·The application of human resource state and federal laws.

This position requires the demonstrated ability to:

·Communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people with varied skills, knowledge, and backgrounds.

·Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

·Analyze and solve work-related problems and work independently on a variety of administrative work and technical assignments.

·Manage and coordinate multiple tasks and priorities to meet necessary deadlines.

·Work both independently and as a team player.

·Analyze and interpret policies and procedures.

·Apply critical thinking in the daily administration of duties.

Military Employment Preference

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To receive a military employment preference, you must submit the required documents, as applicable, with your application. See How to Apply – Military Employment Preference

Applicable Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes are included, but not limited to one of the following:

OS 8U000

Click or copy and paste the following link into your browser to access Military Crosswalk information:

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

How to apply:

You may apply through CAPPS Career Center or Work in Texas (WIT)

The following information is required with your submission. Your submission must include complete:

·Employment history (month and year).

·Duties and responsibilities.

·Education.

·Certifications.

·Licenses.

·Supplemental questions (if applicable)*.

We may reject submissions that do not include all the required information.

*If you are applying through WIT, log into CAPPS Career Center to access supplemental questions and review your submission.