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CPI INV PD Clerk III

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
$2,694 - $3,946 a month
Lubbock County, Texas
Full time
2 weeks ago

CPI INV PD Clerk III

Date: Jun 9, 2025
Location: LUBBOCK, TX
WHY WORK FOR DFPS?
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting the unprotected — children, elderly, and people with disabilities — from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. DFPS accomplishes this responsibility by employing over 12,000 workers who live up to the agency's Mission, Vision, & Values in service to the citizens of Texas. DFPS is not only a qualifying organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program but also offers excellent health benefits, special discounts on many products and services through the Discount Purchase Program, longevity pay, generous paid leave, access to the Wellness program, lifetime retirement annuity, Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.

Functional Title: CPI INV PD Clerk III
Job Title: CPI INV PD Clerk III


Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc

Department: CPS Investigations Region 1


Posting Number: 6247
Closing Date: 06/23/2025


Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Protective Services


Salary Group: TEXAS-A-11
Salary Range: $2,694.33
  • $3,946.25


  • Shift: Day

    Additional Shift:


    Telework:

    Travel: Up to 20%


    Regular/Temporary: Regular

    Full Time/Part Time: Full time


    FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

    Facility Location:


    Job Location City: LUBBOCK

    Job Location Address: 1622 10TH ST

    Other Locations:

    MOS Codes:
    42A, 42B, 42H, 70F, 420A, 120, 003759, 3320, SEI11, YNS, YN, 0111


    Brief Job Description:
    The position provides advanced (senior-level) clerical and general office support for the Program Directors of the Child Protection Investigation (CPI) Division. The Clerk works diligently to help maintain smooth office operations by planning, analyzing data, inventory control, assisting with human resource tasks, interpreting policy and procedures, provides professional and courteous assistance to our clients, families and stakeholders when needed, works well under pressure and is able to prioritize assigned tasks and deadlines. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff and the community.

    Essential Job Functions:
    • Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
    • Compiles, organizes, tracks and monitors various types of information, including but not limited to: agency random moment time studies, requests for any IT changes in hardware or information security and access, processes client services authorizations, accesses and provides information from the HHSC income eligibility database.
    • Manages program related data entry and case tracking information into IMPACT such as maintaining on-call schedules, reviews, routes and logs courtesy requests and case transfers. Utilizes data warehouse for reports as well as information for internal or external stakeholders.
    • Answers and screens telephone inquiries including managing client questions or complaints in a professional manner. Takes and routes messages, monitors and distributes faxes received. Opens and distributes incoming mail accordingly and processes all outgoing mail.
    • Creates various correspondence and forms such as case staffing agendas, program meeting information, phone lists, organization charts, and will assist with meeting notes as requested.
    • Maintains confidential program related documents such as performance evaluations, personnel records, case records, related files, and other documents to support work of the program area.
    • Utilizes technology to maximize program efficiency and effectiveness by accessing applications to reserve conference and visitation rooms for meetings in various buildings throughout the program area, and assists staff with processing travel claims.
    • Oversees supply inventory and creates purchase orders as necessary to ensure adequate supplies for all staff in office.
    • May assist with switchboard operations, notarizing legal documents, and train new admins as needed. Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain program operations.
    • Attend trainings and meeting at various DFPS offices.
    • May assist Program Director with preparation for meetings and trainings.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Ability to answer telephones and distinguish emergency calls.
    • Ability to type correspondence, forms and use Data Warehouse reports.
    • Knowledge of DFPS policies and procedures.
    • Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
    • Ability to operate a personal computer and use various software packages.

    Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
    N/A

    Initial Screening Criteria:
    Graduation from high school or equivalent.


    One year and six months full-time administrative support, general office, clerical or secretarial experience.


    Acceptable substitutions: Forty-five semester hours from an accredited college or university, may substituted for the required experience.

    Additional Information:
    N/A

    Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.

    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 [email protected] with additional questions.

    Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver’s record check.

    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: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-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 1-888-894-4747. 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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