Texas State Representative

Texas State Representative James Frank, Chairman of the House Committee on Human Services, is
seeking a Committee Director. The Committee Director will manage and oversee operations of the
Human Services Committee and will develop and shepherd Chairman Frank’s human services-related
legislative agenda. The ideal candidate will have strong public policy research skills and experience
guiding policy through the legislative process. Salary will be commensurate with experience and ability.

Responsibilities
• Develop and oversee Chairman Frank’s bill portfolio relating to healthcare and child welfare.
• Plan and execute committee hearings and formal meetings.
• Craft the committee reports, the interim report, and other outputs.
• Analyze bills referred to the committee to prepare the Chairman and committee members.
• Research current issues relevant to the committee and advise the Chairman accordingly.
• Initiate and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

Qualifications
• Substantial experience in the Texas Legislature and/or public policy research.
• Ability to handle a multitude of time-sensitive projects and tasks at once.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to analyze complex topics and summarize them succinctly.
• Ability to communicate on sensitive issues productively and professionally.
• Motivated by a strong affinity for public policy work.
• Expertise in healthcare or child welfare policy is preferred.

Note: Representative Frank prefers to hire great people and tailor their role around their strengths and interests. He is looking for someone who will be an integral member of his core team, regardless of the committee assignments of the 89th Legislative Session. Thus, the particular responsibilities are flexible and will be customized according to the candidate chosen. If you are interested in being a part of Rep. Frank’s office—whether under the title and capacity of Committee Director or something else—please
submit an application.

Those interested should email a resume and cover letter to James.Frank@house.texas.gov with the subject
line: Committee Director Application

The Texas House of Representatives is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment of the provisions of services. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you require reasonable accommodations during the application process, please call (512) 463-0865.