Careers at DSHS

DSHS focuses on public health. Our job is to improve the health, safety, and well-being of Texans to achieve our vision of A Healthy Texas. Our mission is what unites all employees across the state of Texas. We connect and engage as a team and partner with a purpose to provide access to vital programs and services. 

DSHS concentrates on infectious disease prevention, disaster response, and tracking public health data. We also maintain one of the largest laboratories in the nation and work with health departments to deliver services across the state.

Our work makes a positive difference in lives of over 7 million Texans. By working together, we can achieve our vision one innovative idea, program and service at a time.

DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health. We value the skills and experience of veterans, service members, and their families. Through Veteran’s Employment Preference qualified individuals are entitled to preference in employment over the other applicants for the same position who do not have a greater qualification.

If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us. View open positions on the HHSC, DSHS, and DFPS Career Center.

State of Texas employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and more. View all benefits of working for DSHS.