Deputy Director, Government Affairs
Department of State Health Services
Austin, TX · Posted November 8, 2026
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About the job
...Career Opportunities: Deputy Director, Government Affairs (22804) Posting ID 22804 -Posted 10/27/2026 - Dept of State Health Services - Government Affairs - Office and Administrative Support - d. $7000 - $8999 per month DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated...