[Hiring] Data Science & Machine Learning Manager @Texas Health & Human Services Commission

Role Description

We’re looking for a Manager V who will create and lead a data science, machine learning, and AI team at the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). You’re a technical leader who is energized by turning large, complex data into tools that help people make better decisions.

We want a big-picture thinker who can envision what’s possible with data science and AI, then work within real-world constraints to build a practical path forward. Those constraints include law, policy, privacy, security, technology, funding, and organizational readiness, and you’ll treat them as design inputs rather than roadblocks.

This position is within the Office of Data and Systems Improvement (ODSI)’s Analytics for Change and Enhancement (ACE) Division. ODSI ensures effective coordination, communication and consistency throughout the agency around data reporting and how data is used to understand and improve performance and outcomes. ACE uses data to help DFPS improve how it works, partnering with regional and state program leaders on quality improvement, case read support, applied research and evaluation, and analytical products for leadership.

This role will lead the data science team within ACE. This is a new role, and you’ll support developing the structure for data science, machine learning, and AI across our agency. You’ll report to ACE leadership and work closely with ODSI’s reporting and business intelligence teams, data engineering and platform teams, and data governance, security, and IT partners.

This is a great opportunity if you’re excited about the intersection of data science, AI, and public service, and you want to build something from the ground up.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in data analytics, statistics, computer science, information systems, mathematics, public health, business analytics, or a related field.
• May substitute direct work experience in a technical field on a year-for-year basis in lieu of education for up to four years.
• Experience in data science, machine learning, or advanced analytics.
• Experience as a team lead, technical mentor, supervisor, and/or manager.

Requirements

• Lead staff and manage team workload. Oversee workforce planning, hiring, supervision, performance, staff development, projects, priorities, deliverables, and resources. (30%)
• Perform hands-on modeling and coding. Build, test, validate, and review predictive models and machine-learning solutions, including process automation. (15%)
• Lead technical planning, partnerships, and governance. Establish technical frameworks and standards; translate operational needs into analytical solutions; evaluate AI approaches and safeguards; and communicate findings, limitations, risks, and recommendations. (50%)
• Performs related work as assigned. (5%)

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs.
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for).
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance—at rates much lower than most private plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care.
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment.
• You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster.