Reemployment Consultant - Sr. Reemployment Consultant (Austin)

In-person Hiring Event is being held in Austin, Texas from 9 AM – 12 PM on December 11th, 2026.

The Texas Workforce Commission’s Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) department is hiring for multiple Program Specialist positions. To help us select candidates for in-person interviews, all applicants will receive a preliminary questionnaire via email. Please complete this questionnaire promptly, as potential conditional job offers may be extended during the interviews. Additional details will be provided in your email invitation.

Please submit your application via Taleo as soon as possible; this 10-day posting will close on November 20, 2026. When applying, you must upload your resume, official transcripts, and any relevant certifications or credentials to be considered. Read below to explore who we are, role responsibilities, and what you’ll gain.

WHO WE ARE:
The Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity Street.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:
Reemployment Consultants within the Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) department provide highly specialized, individualized support to selected unemployment claimants rather than the general public. We are seeking a dedicated professional to assess claimant needs, identify employment barriers and deliver intensive reemployment services, and help job seekers navigate their return to the workforce. The ideal candidate possesses strong case management skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a consultative approach to connecting job seekers with employment opportunities and workforce resources.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Reemployment Consultant (Program Specialist IV) and Sr. Reemployment Consultant (Program specialist V) perform highly complex to advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. You will provide targeted, individualized, career transition and placement services to specialized unemployment claimants. In this role, you will partner directly with hiring employers to understand their talent requirements, and organizational strategies while actively sourcing and evaluating qualified candidates. This position focuses on higher-complexity, job-ready claimants who require tailored placement support rather than foundational job-search efforts. You will serve as a career advisor for mid-to-senior-level professionals, individuals from specialized or niche occupations, workers displaced by emerging technology and automation shifts, and experienced career shifters looking to pivot their skill sets into high-demand industries.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Develop and implement effective search strategies to identify qualified candidates
- Conduct thorough interviews and assessments of potential candidates
- Build and maintain relationships with employers, job-search networks, and potential candidates
- Present shortlisted candidates to employers and provide detailed information about their skills and experiences
- Stay up-to-date with current recruiting methods and trends
- Collaborate with the Workforce Solutions offices to support successful reemployment outcomes
- Ensure all hiring processes comply with employment laws and practices
- Prepare and present reports on recruitment activities for the RESEA department
- Assist in negotiating contracts and terms with employers and candidates
- Provide feedback to candidates and employers throughout the recruitment process
- Perform other duties as assigned.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:
- Program Specialist IV: Two years of full-time experience in the development, interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency
- Program Specialist V: Two years and six months of full-time experience in the development, implementation, or interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency
- All Levels: Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or relevant field
- Proficiency in various recruitment methods and platforms, including social media, job posting sites, and recruitment software
- Strong interviewing skills to evaluate a candidate’s experience, skills, and fit for the organization
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information
- Networking abilities to create and maintain relationships with potential candidates and industry professionals
- Knowledge of various industries and labor markets to effectively place candidates and understand the specific requirements of each role
- Problem-solving skills to address challenges and obstacles that may arise during the recruitment process

YOU GAIN:
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Competitive salary: (Program Specialist IV: $5,079.81 - $5,333.80) ; (Program Specialist V: $5,566.05 - $5,844.35)
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

Duty involves up to 15% travel within the state of Texas.

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: https://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, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. 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.

In-person Hiring Event is being held in Austin, Texas from 9 AM – 12 PM on December 11th, 2026.

The Texas Workforce Commission’s Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) department is hiring for multiple Program Specialist positions. To help us select candidates for in-person interviews, all applicants will receive a preliminary questionnaire via email. Please complete this questionnaire promptly, as potential conditional job offers may be extended during the interviews. Additional details will be provided in your email invitation.

Please submit your application via Taleo as soon as possible; this 10-day posting will close on November 20, 2026. When applying, you must upload your resume, official transcripts, and any relevant certifications or credentials to be considered. Read below to explore who we are, role responsibilities, and what you’ll gain.

WHO WE ARE:
The Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity Street.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:
Reemployment Consultants within the Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) department provide highly specialized, individualized support to selected unemployment claimants rather than the general public. We are seeking a dedicated professional to assess claimant needs, identify employment barriers and deliver intensive reemployment services, and help job seekers navigate their return to the workforce. The ideal candidate possesses strong case management skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a consultative approach to connecting job seekers with employment opportunities and workforce resources.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Reemployment Consultant (Program Specialist IV) and Sr. Reemployment Consultant (Program specialist V) perform highly complex to advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. You will provide targeted, individualized, career transition and placement services to specialized unemployment claimants. In this role, you will partner directly with hiring employers to understand their talent requirements, and organizational strategies while actively sourcing and evaluating qualified candidates. This position focuses on higher-complexity, job-ready claimants who require tailored placement support rather than foundational job-search efforts. You will serve as a career advisor for mid-to-senior-level professionals, individuals from specialized or niche occupations, workers displaced by emerging technology and automation shifts, and experienced career shifters looking to pivot their skill sets into high-demand industries.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Develop and implement effective search strategies to identify qualified candidates
- Conduct thorough interviews and assessments of potential candidates
- Build and maintain relationships with employers, job-search networks, and potential candidates
- Present shortlisted candidates to employers and provide detailed information about their skills and experiences
- Stay up-to-date with current recruiting methods and trends
- Collaborate with the Workforce Solutions offices to support successful reemployment outcomes
- Ensure all hiring processes comply with employment laws and practices
- Prepare and present reports on recruitment activities for the RESEA department
- Assist in negotiating contracts and terms with employers and candidates
- Provide feedback to candidates and employers throughout the recruitment process
- Perform other duties as assigned.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:
- Program Specialist IV: Two years of full-time experience in the development, interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency
- Program Specialist V: Two years and six months of full-time experience in the development, implementation, or interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency
- All Levels: Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or relevant field
- Proficiency in various recruitment methods and platforms, including social media, job posting sites, and recruitment software
- Strong interviewing skills to evaluate a candidate’s experience, skills, and fit for the organization
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information
- Networking abilities to create and maintain relationships with potential candidates and industry professionals
- Knowledge of various industries and labor markets to effectively place candidates and understand the specific requirements of each role
- Problem-solving skills to address challenges and obstacles that may arise during the recruitment process

YOU GAIN:
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Competitive salary: (Program Specialist IV: $5,079.81 - $5,333.80) ; (Program Specialist V: $5,566.05 - $5,844.35)
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

Duty involves up to 15% travel within the state of Texas.

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: https://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, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. 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.

Austin:1117 Trinity St (320TX-4002)
1117 Trinity St
Austin, 78701-1919