Oib Program Specialist (Statewide)
Posted on Nov. 8, 2025 by State of Texas
- El Paso, United States of America
- $5098.0 - $7503.0
- Full Time
Description
PUBLIC SERVICE IN VR IS FOR YOU…
The mission of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is to promote and support a workforce system that creates value and offers employers, individuals and communities the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. This OIB Program Specialist VI position can be performed from any city in Texas.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Benefits to working for TWC include:
- Competitive starting salary: $5,098.67 - $7,503.29/month
The OIB Program Specialist VI is selected by and reports to the Director of the Office of Blind Services and performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance relating to the programs administered by VRS OIB. Work is performed under minimal direction with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
GENERAL DUTIES:
The OIB Program Specialist VI:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you!
The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND HELP PEOPLE WITH VR
According to the Department of Labor, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was 12.6% in 2020. This jobless rate continues to be much higher than the rate for those without disabilities.
PUBLIC SERVICE IN VR IS FOR YOU…
- If you want to find meaningful work and contribute to a powerful mission. For more than 100 years VR has been helping individuals with disabilities achieve their employment goals!
- If you are looking for career and advancement opportunities. 38% of employees in VR have 15+ years of seniority. There are various positions with career ladders and opportunities to specialize in areas of interest: Autism, Blind & Visual Impairments, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Brain Injury, Foster Youth, Transition Students, Veterans.
- If you need a comprehensive benefits package that offers competitive pay & benefits from health plans, life insurance, retirement programs, paid leave and holidays, and longevity pay.
- If you have direct VR Counseling work experience, receive higher starting salary.
- If you want to advance your education with our tuition assistance program.
- FREE CEUs to maintain CRC credentials and reimbursement for CRC & LPC renewals.
The mission of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is to promote and support a workforce system that creates value and offers employers, individuals and communities the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. This OIB Program Specialist VI position can be performed from any city in Texas.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Benefits to working for TWC include:
- Competitive starting salary: $5,098.67 - $7,503.29/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance
- 8 hours' sick leave per month
- 8 hours' vacation leave per month with potential to earn more with longevity
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- Additional benefits for active employees: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
The OIB Program Specialist VI is selected by and reports to the Director of the Office of Blind Services and performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance relating to the programs administered by VRS OIB. Work is performed under minimal direction with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
GENERAL DUTIES:
The OIB Program Specialist VI:
- Serves as the subject matter expert and lead specialist for the division's Older Individuals who are Blind program (OIB).
- Provides consultative and technical assistance to the OIB program staff and management.
- Coordinates policy matters related to OIB.
- Coordinates information gathering and completion of reports and requests for information.
- Represents OIB at meetings and work groups and makes recommendations on action items.
- Coordinates services with contracted providers.
- Work is performed under minimal direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing relationships and oversight with providers who deliver services to customers who are blind/visually impaired.
- Experience in mentoring and training staff.
- Experience in the fields of blindness and gerontology.
- Skill in analyzing program data and effectively communicating results.
- Skill in writing, editing and delivering high quality reports.
- Experience with VR/OIB case reviews.
- Knowledge of VR/OIB policy manuals and guides.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Three years of full-time experience in the development, implementation, or interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
Position travels up to 50% of the time. Must be able to lift/carry 10 pounds.
VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search).
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Primary Location: United States-Texas-El Paso
Work Locations: El Paso:8825 N Loop Dr 8825 N Loop Dr Ste 122 El Paso 79907-4604
Job: Eligibility Interviewers
Organization: TWC Business Unit
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Non-Management
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
Job Posting: Nov 8, 2025, 12:00:00 AM
Work From Home: No
Advertised until:
Dec. 8, 2025
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