CAPPS, Inc.
TDA - Intern - Process Improvement Analyst
CAPPS, Inc., Austin, TX, United States
Job Description
INTERN - FOOD & NUTRITION PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ANALYST
(Temporary Full-Time/40 hrs wk or Part-Time/20 hrs wk January 15th up to May 31, 2025)
Salary Information: A07 - 2,550.00/MO (FT); $1,275.00/MO (PT).
State Classification: Clerk I - 0055
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Posting Number: 25-68656-1
Location: Austin, TX
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/551/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en.
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Division administers 12 federal child and special nutrition programs and more than $2.5 billion in federal money annually. These programs aim to reduce hunger, encourage strong nutrition, and support local economies across Texas.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Process Improvement Analyst Intern will assist in process improvement efforts within the Food and Nutrition (F&N) Business Management department by developing, organizing and editing compiled information with a heavy emphasis on creating and revising procedures and/or processes. You will assist in developing associated training materials, process workflow maps, and a SharePoint site for the department to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the agency and organization. You will work under close supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist staff to solicit recommendations to develop, prepare, and disseminate policies and procedures.
Compose, review, and edit technical documents, materials, process maps, procedures, and reports.
Maintain procedures, processes, and other program materials in a clear, relevant, concise, grammatically correct format.
Assist with preparing and creating documents, tools and SharePoint pages to support internal collaborative processes.
Assist with planning and developing a schedule to ensure consistent and timely completion and maintenance of written processes, procedures, and policies.
Assist with analyzing and interpreting federal regulations, program trends and operational functions to effectively plan, develop and maintain F&N procedures, processes, and other program materials.
Participate in the process improvement documentation for workflow, task completion, system use, and reporting analysis.
Assist with Records Retention and may serve as a backup for the Records & Tracking Analyst to ensure that the TDA F&N division is adhering to appropriate records management, including maintenance of storage, file rooms; workstations and conference rooms, to include coordinating bulk item removal, file management and storage organization.
Assist with independent research projects and analysis on a variety of topics, as assigned.
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with a minimum grade point average of 3.0*.
Completion of at least 60 credit hours*.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Coursework and/or experience in planning, developing, preparing, editing, and disseminating procedures, work instructions, processes, and/or SharePoint pages.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of office procedures; of spelling, punctuation and grammar; and of business or program terminology, methods, and procedures.
Skill in the use of a computer and office equipment; and providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers.
Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; to transfer stock from one location to another; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May be required to travel, which will include overnight. May involve travel (up to 5%*), occasionally overnight.
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Full Time Employee Benefits include:
ü Retirement Plan
ü Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees
ü Paid Holidays
ü Paid Vacation Leave
ü Paid Sick Leave
ü Longevity Pay
ü Dental
ü Vision
ü Dependent Optional Life Insurance
ü Voluntary AD&D Insurance
ü Dependent Health & Life Insurance
ü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.
*Transcripts supporting educational requirements may also be requested.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
*A valid government-issued driver's license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver's license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, military status, genetic information or protected activity (retaliation). TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7423.
TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.
Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.
Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Administrative Support MOS Codes.
INTERN - FOOD & NUTRITION PROCESS IMPROVEMENT ANALYST
(Temporary Full-Time/40 hrs wk or Part-Time/20 hrs wk January 15th up to May 31, 2025)
Salary Information: A07 - 2,550.00/MO (FT); $1,275.00/MO (PT).
State Classification: Clerk I - 0055
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Posting Number: 25-68656-1
Location: Austin, TX
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/551/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en.
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Division administers 12 federal child and special nutrition programs and more than $2.5 billion in federal money annually. These programs aim to reduce hunger, encourage strong nutrition, and support local economies across Texas.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Process Improvement Analyst Intern will assist in process improvement efforts within the Food and Nutrition (F&N) Business Management department by developing, organizing and editing compiled information with a heavy emphasis on creating and revising procedures and/or processes. You will assist in developing associated training materials, process workflow maps, and a SharePoint site for the department to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the agency and organization. You will work under close supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist staff to solicit recommendations to develop, prepare, and disseminate policies and procedures.
Compose, review, and edit technical documents, materials, process maps, procedures, and reports.
Maintain procedures, processes, and other program materials in a clear, relevant, concise, grammatically correct format.
Assist with preparing and creating documents, tools and SharePoint pages to support internal collaborative processes.
Assist with planning and developing a schedule to ensure consistent and timely completion and maintenance of written processes, procedures, and policies.
Assist with analyzing and interpreting federal regulations, program trends and operational functions to effectively plan, develop and maintain F&N procedures, processes, and other program materials.
Participate in the process improvement documentation for workflow, task completion, system use, and reporting analysis.
Assist with Records Retention and may serve as a backup for the Records & Tracking Analyst to ensure that the TDA F&N division is adhering to appropriate records management, including maintenance of storage, file rooms; workstations and conference rooms, to include coordinating bulk item removal, file management and storage organization.
Assist with independent research projects and analysis on a variety of topics, as assigned.
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with a minimum grade point average of 3.0*.
Completion of at least 60 credit hours*.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Coursework and/or experience in planning, developing, preparing, editing, and disseminating procedures, work instructions, processes, and/or SharePoint pages.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of office procedures; of spelling, punctuation and grammar; and of business or program terminology, methods, and procedures.
Skill in the use of a computer and office equipment; and providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers.
Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; to transfer stock from one location to another; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May be required to travel, which will include overnight. May involve travel (up to 5%*), occasionally overnight.
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Full Time Employee Benefits include:
ü Retirement Plan
ü Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees
ü Paid Holidays
ü Paid Vacation Leave
ü Paid Sick Leave
ü Longevity Pay
ü Dental
ü Vision
ü Dependent Optional Life Insurance
ü Voluntary AD&D Insurance
ü Dependent Health & Life Insurance
ü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.
*Transcripts supporting educational requirements may also be requested.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.
*A valid government-issued driver's license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver's license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, military status, genetic information or protected activity (retaliation). TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7423.
TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.
Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.
Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Administrative Support MOS Codes.