Ad-Hoc Project Supervisor, Self-Reported Data Unit (Program Supervisor VI)

Agency Information

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) oversees primary and secondary public education in Texas and is committed to improving outcomes for all public school students by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems across the state.

Core Values

• We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in pursuing our primary purpose of improving outcomes for students.
• We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain committed talent that reflects the diversity of Texas, with each individual contributing to our shared vision for students.
• We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on outcomes, and continuously improve in pursuit of excellence for students.
• We are Servant Leaders: We are public servants committed to improving opportunities for students and supporting those who serve them.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Office of Governance (OG) at the Texas Education Agency (TEA) proactively supports school systems, keeps students safe, and upholds Texas education law with integrity, objectivity, and excellence. Through two core workstreams¿Field Support and Compliance & Investigations¿we partner with local education agencies (LEAs) to promote best practices. By working collaboratively across the agency and engaging directly in the field, we help ensure every Texas public school student has access to a safe and high-quality education.

The Self-Reported Data Unit (SRDU) within the Compliance and Investigations Department supports TEA¿s efforts to improve outcomes for students by promoting accurate data reporting, effective implementation of educational programs, and compliance with state and federal requirements. SRDU uses data analysis, compliance reviews, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement practices to identify potential concerns, strengthen local systems, and inform agency decision-making.

The Ad-Hoc Project Supervisor serves as both a compliance analyst and workstream leader for projects related to self-reported data and agency strategic initiatives. This role requires balancing project leadership, individual contribution, and people leadership responsibilities while exercising sound judgment to evaluate information, identify potential risks or implementation challenges, and develop recommendations that support effective program administration and improved educational outcomes.

The supervisor plans, coordinates, and oversees multiple complex projects while also independently leading complex reviews involving self-reported data. The role requires extensive writing, editing, and quality review of reports and other deliverables. The supervisor also collaborates with agency leadership, program area staff, legal counsel, and other stakeholders to address emerging issues, interpret policy and regulatory requirements, communicate complex information, and help shape guidance that supports continuous improvement across Texas public schools.

This position reports directly to the SRDU Director and works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for independent judgment, and provides direct supervision, coaching, professional development, and support to assigned staff.

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.

Flexible work location in Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

Essential Functions

Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.

1. Team Management and Development: supervises assigned staff, including workload management, coaching, performance management, professional development, and quality assurance activities; fosters a collaborative, people-centered team culture and supports the successful execution of assigned projects and reviews

2. Case Planning and Execution: plans, coordinates, and executes complex compliance projects; establishes project priorities, timelines, and objectives; monitors progress across concurrent projects; and ensures workstream¿s projects are completed accurately, consistently, and within established deadlines

3. Identification of Data Concerns: leads pre-referral projects by researching and interpreting applicable statutes, rules, policies, agency guidance, and program requirements; collaborates with data analysts and subject matter experts to identify data anomalies, evaluate potential compliance concerns, assess associated risks and implications, and determine appropriate next steps consistent with agency procedures

4. Compliance Reviews: leads and conducts complex compliance reviews, including evaluating local education agency responses to determine compliance with state and federal law; prepares written findings and presents written and oral reports summarizing compliance reviews for relevant internal and external stakeholders; and conducts quality assurance activities, including reviewing and editing deliverables produced by other staff

5. Agency Guidance and Customer Service: supports the SRDU Director in collaborating with TEA program areas to ensure school systems have access to the information, guidance, and tools needed to improve local practices and report data accurately; communicates complex compliance, policy, and programmatic information clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university

Experience: At least six (6) years of experience in compliance analysis or monitoring, educational policy, educational research, legal analysis, investigations and/or auditing work

Substitutions: Education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis

Other Qualifications

• Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
• Demonstrated ability to lead staff with emotional intelligence and effectiveness, fostering strong, collaborative relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously under tight deadlines, while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Experience in complaint resolution, conflict resolution, and/or compliance monitoring processes
• Solid understanding of the research process, including experience with problem identification, literature synthesis, project planning and design, data and statistical analysis, and interpretation of results
• Strong writing and presentation skills, with a talent for clearly communicating complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience reviewing and editing others¿ work, conducting quality control checks, and providing constructive feedback to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures concerning agency programs and procedures, including Public Education Information
• Management System (PEIMS), Texas Education Data Standards (TEDS), Texas Administrative Code (TAC), and Texas Education Code (TEC)
• Committed to delivering high-quality service to both internal/external stakeholders
• Willingness to work as a contributing member of a team and foster positive and effective working relationships with a variety of individuals (including executive leadership) and groups, internal and external to TEA
• A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback, and continuously improve
• Prior experience working with Local Education Agencies preferred

New hires, rehires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees within the same classification. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and qualifications and consider internal pay equity across employees performing similar work.

The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates whose qualifications exceed the role's requirements. The maximum of the range is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the required and preferred qualifications.

Benefits

TEA employees receive a comprehensive benefits package through the State of Texas and the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS), supporting health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Benefits include:

• Retirement through ERS and employer-paid health insurance for eligible employees
• Optional dental, vision, and dependent coverage
• Paid state holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and longevity pay
• Wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and professional development opportunities
• Eligibility for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

To learn more about benefits available to State of Texas employees, please review the State of Texas Employee Benefits brochure and visit the TEA Compensation and Benefits page .

Military/Veteran Information

Applicants eligible for Military Employment Preference will be considered in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

To explore how military experience may align with this role, applicants may review Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes within the State's Position Classification Plan. Please refer to the Military Crosswalk and select the occupational category that most closely corresponds with the classification listed in this job posting.

Additional Information

TEA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or veteran status.

TEA does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency.

To learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Careers at TEA page .

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