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The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.  

 

What You Get Beyond Your Paycheck

When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don’t match—often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.

 

Here’s what you get as a full-time employee:



  • 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.

You can see all the details here: ERS recruitment brochure

 

Functional Title: FGC Specialist I 
Job Title: FGC Spec I 
Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc 
Department: Region 9 CPS Dir Del -FGDM 
Posting Number: 17046 
Closing Date: 05/28/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Protective Services 
Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $7,253.83 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21 
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework 
Travel: Up to 50% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: MIDLAND 
Job Location Address: 3401 NORTH A ST 
Other Locations: Midland; Odessa 
MOS Codes: 0149,5805,5821,5822,5832,14N,14NX,183X,1N0X1,230X,311A,31D,351L,351M,35L,35M,42SX,43HX,4C0X1,4E0X1 
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Brief Job Description:

This position works under the direct supervision of the Unit Supervisor and functions as a Family Group Conferencing Coordinator/Facilitator covering Region 3W. Work involves intense coordination and skilled facilitation of family meetings in Family Based Safety Services (FBSS). FGDM is NOT a remote program. This is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm in-office position requiring some work after hours. Work involves coordinating and managing the receipt of referrals, orientation and preparation of participants, connecting with community resources and setting up the conferences. Work also involves facilitating and co-facilitating conferences and collaborating with family and stakeholders in order to determine an appropriate and mutually acceptable action plan. The position tracks the provision and utilization of services available through local community resources and state agencies for families participating in family conferences. The Specialist ensures families are provided the opportunity to participate in crafting/developing family plans that address child safety, permanency, and well-being issues through the FGDM process. Responsibilities also include presentations, the development of training and orientation materials for participants and coordinating with local community members in order to secure desired services. As needed and required, the Specialist coordinates and facilitates TFF Meetings, FTM, FGC, Kinship Finding Services and Re-Conferences. Additional duties include the identification and collection of necessary evaluative data, statistical reports as requested, and conference site coordination. The Specialist collaborates with CPS and CPI Regional Staff, internal/external stakeholders, and administration to create a process that encourages the identification of family strengths to resolve family issues and achieve safety, permanency and well-being for the children involved. The Specialist interacts routinely with Family and Protective Services Staff, Attorneys, the Court, and the general public.

 

Essential Job Functions:


  • Serves as the meeting facilitator to lead participants (family members, CPS, CPI, Community Base Care Provider, attorneys, and stakeholders) in creating an appropriate action plan, utilizing mediation and facilitation skills. Ensures the plan developed by the family addresses the areas of child safety, permanency, and well-being through the identification of services provided through available family resources and community services. Accurately documents and reports the details of the developed plan and distributes to all participants within the allowed timeframes. Maintains group dynamics, encourages family participation, and a positive attitude throughout the meeting.

  • Serves as the lead in the preparation and coordination of family participation in the process, and assures all proceedings occur in a manner that maintains the strength and integrity of the family group. Also, serve as a communicator to assist the family in understanding the concerns for child safety and reason for CPS involvement. Models advocacy and mediation strategies for both CPS clients and CPS staff.

  • Works with the CPS, CPI, Subject Matter Experts, other Family Services Specialists, and local advisory/steering committees in the development of services to respond to family needs that reduce family violence and increase family well-being.

  • Assists the Program in the preparation of administrative reports, the collection of regional data associated with the FGDM practice to monitor performance outcomes and effectiveness.

  • Provides consultation, training and education to DFPS staff and external entities to coordinate, improve and strengthen the FGDM program.

  • Has a working knowledge of community resources. Develops and maintains a working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain FGDM operations.

  • Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.

  • Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.

  • Has reliable means of personal transportation.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

In depth knowledge of CPS program policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations.


  • Skill in leading others. Skills in facilitating groups, identifying group dynamics, and working collaboratively with others.

  • Skill in solving problems and mediation.

  • Skill in organizing and managing time.

  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with agency staff at all levels and with community groups.

  • Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

  • Ability to develop work teams.

  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

  • Ability to work with volunteers, individuals and groups from diverse populations.

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and to protect the privacy and identities of CPS families.

  • Ability to maintain a neutral, non-judgmental stance.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must hold a current, valid Driver’s License.

 

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Four years of full-time consultative, supervisor, management, social service, professional or technical work which must include experience working with individuals or groups in a social service setting, analysis of work problems and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material and DFPS experience.

 

Additional Information:

N/A

 

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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 dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.

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

State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.

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.