At the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), we connect people with jobs throughout the state. We also help businesses find great workers.
Our goal is to help everyone in Texas have a good job while supporting a strong economy.
What do you get as an employee?
TWC is a Family Friendly Certified Workplace that provides employees great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits.
Keep reading to learn about pay, health insurance, and other perks.
- TWC is an equal opportunity employer that ensures the workplace, products, and services are accessible to people with disabilities.
- We comply with federal law by using E-Verify to make sure every employee can work legally in the U.S.
- Everyone has the right to work in a safe environment without fear of unfair treatment.
Current Job Postings
• Check out our job openings online at WorkInTexas.com or Taleo and submit a completed State of Texas Application for Employment.
• Please apply only once for each job, using one of the application portals above.
See the sections below for information on TWC employees’ pay, health and optional benefits, retirement plan, holidays and personal leave, work hours, tuition and reimbursement.
Pay
• We offer a competitive salary based on your education and experience. The Texas legislature determines cost-of-living salary increases.
• You can earn bonuses based on merit.
• You can build a career through promotions.
• You are paid on the first business day of every month through direct deposit.
• Every two years of full-time service to the state helps you earn extra monthly income.
• State of Texas job classifications, job descriptions and salary schedules are available on The State of Texas Compensation and Classification System.
Health & Optional Benefits
• The state pays 100% of the cost of your medical insurance and 50% of the cost for your family.
• You get free life insurance coverage with an option to buy higher limits.
• You can save money on healthcare and daycare costs with optional TexFlex health care or day care accounts.
• You can get discounts on tons of cool stuff like computers and theme park tickets through the discount purchase program!
• The Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) New Employee Benefits Information provides detailed information of new employee benefits.
• Information on health benefits for active employees can be found on the ERS webpage.
• TWC employment qualifies you to enroll in the optional Texas Legal.
Wellness Program
• ERS offers a full range of health and wellness programs for employees.
• You can earn extra time off by completing an annual physical exam and health assessment through the Wellness Leave program.
• You can earn extra time off each year by participating in the "Get Fit" wellness program.
Retirement Plan
• As a new employee, you will automatically be enrolled in the State of Texas Retirement program where you will contribute a percentage of your gross salary. The state will match your contribution.
• You can save more by contributing to a Texa$aver (401k) or Deferred Compensation Plan (457) retirement savings account.
• See ERS Retiree Benefits for additional information.
Holidays & Personal Leave
• You get an average of 15 paid holidays each year. The State Auditor’s Office publishes the annual state holiday schedule.
• You earn vacation and sick days at the beginning of every month. Sick leave may be used for your own illness or when needed to care for an immediate family member.
• The amount of vacation time earned increases with additional years of state service.
Work Hours
• Most employees work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuition & Reimbursement
• TWC offers professional training and development programs for all employees.
• You will have opportunities to pursue educational training from an accredited institution to help you obtain and maintain professional credentials.
• See TWC’s Training Policy for more information.
We're excited for you to join our team!