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Operations Coordinator Operations Coordinator This position’s responsibilities include: Manage the reception area including answering phones, responding to general inquiries and greeting visitors. Manage inventory of office supplies including purchasing and restocking of office supplies and equipment. Retrieve, sort and distribute mail. Support Operations Manager to ensure that attendance is captured correctly. Work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure proper handling of accounts payable. Ensure smooth-running office operations and a comfortable, well-functioning work environment. This includes daily opening/closing procedures. Support the implementation of shared office policies that ensure office cleanliness of common areas. Oversee meeting spaces and set rooms up for meetings (ensure room is tidy, ensure technology is set up, etc). Managing student applications: Sort all completed applications; Notify students of recruitment timeline and collect application documents. Coordinate student transportation: Support students who need daily/monthly transportation by managing and providing bus passes or other resources. Secure all technology: Ensure programming staff have all resources and devices needed before each session; Lock up all laptops and tablets in their appropriate locations at the end of each day. Manage Food Service Partnerships and resources, including communication with vendors, food distribution to students. Provide Site Director and Operations Manager with support on special projects/administrative tasks, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications First and foremost, the Operations Coordinator must embrace College Track’s vision and mission for transforming low-income communities into places where college readiness and college graduation are the norms. Additionally, candidates must possess the following qualifications: Minimum HS diploma Results-driven; commitment to utilizing data to make informed decisions Exceptional organizational skills; keen attention to detail Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative, community-minded attitude Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) Unflappable self-starter with the ability to effectively manage a wide range of tasks and projects Strong learning orientation; readily receives and incorporates direct feedback Goal-oriented and strong commitment to reaching goals; dedication to helping students achieve their goal of a college degree High level of self-awareness, humility, and emotional intelligence Demonstrated ability to meet and maintain federal, state, local, and College Track guidelines Fluency in Spanish preferred To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Jamille Jones, Operations Manager, at [email protected]

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW : The Purchaser IV is a senior-level position that performs highly complex purchasing and procurement work under limited supervision to ensure compliance with state procurement rules when purchasing everything from commodities to multi-million-dollar services.    This customer service-driven role is responsible for soliciting and reviewing bids and ordering supplies, equipment, and services using relevant guidelines, rules, policies and laws. Additional responsibilities include disseminating information to program staff, maintaining records, and creating and tracking the status of the purchase orders using the agency’s accounting software system, CAPPS (Oracle/PeopleSoft). The position plays a critical role in ensuring the agency can efficiently and effectively purchase goods and services that benefit Texas students and educators.   Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Prepares, reviews, and tracks orders using TEA’s Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Coordinates, reviews, and distributes bid invitations to vendors; Maintains and reviews various purchasing and procurement reports and records Partners with Program Staff to urgently resolve issues with vendors relating to purchased goods or services Works with the Agency Services Division to audit invoices for accuracy receipt of goods and services, and compliance with purchase orders Prepares and disseminates information concerning agency procurement-related procedures and responds to inquiries regarding purchase orders   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university ; coursework in accounting, business or public administration or a related field is generally preferred.   Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in the procurement of goods and services which includes business, finance, accounting, contracts and/or purchasing.   Substitutions: Education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.   OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to obtain the Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification within six (6) months of employment (required) Experience using the Oracle/PeopleSoft financial system or similar computer software system Knowledge of procurement and/or accounting procedures and policies Familiarity with basic data analysis and ability to perform mathematical computations Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines Strong project management skills and attention to detail Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze A strong customer-service mindset Clear and concise written and oral communication skills Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.      POSITION OVERVIEW:  The Texas Education Agency is seeking talented, experienced, highly-motivated contract enthusiasts to join a team of professionals committed to improving educational outcomes for all public-school students in the state. This position is responsible for coordinating, reviewing and developing the agency's contracts and procurements, valued at approximately $500 billion, in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and statutes.  The position reports to the Assistant Director of the agency's Purchasing and Contracts Division. This position plays a critical role in the development, execution and monitoring of agency contracts, ensuring best value to the State of Texas.   Please note that a resume and cover letter are required attachment for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coordinates, reviews, and/or develops solicitations, contracts, and amendments by identifying provider resources, describing needed services, evaluating information supplied by bidders, and negotiating contract specifications. Negotiates contracts, contract renewals, and amendments. Monitors contract performance by examining billings, fiscal data, and eligibility determinations for compliance with terms of contract and policies. Monitors and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to contracting and makes recommendations on policies and procedures or updates to forms and contract terms and conditions. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to provide guidance regarding contract administration, policies and procedures, and to ensure contracts include all necessary terms and conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, finance, law or closely-related fields is preferred.       Experience: at least two (2) years of experience in business, finance, accounting, contracts, purchasing or a related field.   Substitutions: Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis     OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) must be obtained within six (6) months of hire Prior experience with federal, state or local government procurement preferred Experience with State of Texas contract and procurement laws, managing state or federal funds, and with complex billing systems is preferred Experience with Information Technology contracts and contract development preferred  Ability to quickly master and apply new information, tools, and techniques Skilled in tracking and prioritizing activities to meet deadlines while working well with a broad variety of people Comfortable working independently and taking initiative when appropriate in a fast-paced environment while multi-tasking and producing high-quality work Must exercise discretion and sound judgment and be capable of handling sensitive materials and maintaining confidentiality Ability to correctly interpret complex laws, regulations, guidelines, agreements, and follow policies and procedures Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines Strong project management skills and attention to detail Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze Ability to use data to improve processes and outcomes A strong customer-service mindset with a focus on engaging both internal and external stakeholders Clear and concise written and oral communication skills A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve Familiarity with PeopleSoft products, TxSmartBuy and Oracle Financial Systems (CAPPS) highly preferred Skilled with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, TCAPPS, and SmartSheet

MISSION:   The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities is committed to creating change so that each individual is able to be fully included in their own communities and exercise control over their own lives. POSITION OVERVIEW:   Per a Governor’s Executive Order, the Texas Education Agency is the designated state agency for TCDD, and as such, provides administrative support to hire and select the best talent to support TCDD’s mission. TCDD operates as a separate government entity of TEA and manages its federal award separately. TCDD offices are located on E. Oltorf in Austin, TX. TCDD is governed by a 27-member governor appointed Council. The Public Policy Analyst is selected and supervised by the Public Policy Director, and performs highly complex professional public policy and legislative advocacy activities consistent with the goals and objectives and priorities of the Texas DD Council. This individual will monitor disability policy discussions of state agency boards, advisory bodies or workgroups, and the Texas Legislature and recommend strategies to advance TCDD’s mission and positions. The Public Policy Analyst will collaborate with other consumer groups to coordinate policy issues and will communicate grantee accomplishments related to policy changes. The person will work under limited supervision and will exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment while completing tasks. The Public Policy Analyst will provide consultative and/or technical assistance and guidance to grant staff to incorporate advocacy capacity building and systems change activities in grant proposals. The role supports the Public Policy Director to integrate best and promising practices and emerging trends into Council practices and activities and assists in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Council’s 5-year State Plan and Annual Performance Report. TCDD is responsible for awarding and administering over $3 million in federal funds to organizations that assist people with developmental disabilities to achieve their potential for independence, productivity, and integration into their communities through a comprehensive system of service and supports in Texas. Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Policy Oversight:   Collaborates on public policy activities to support the advocacy priorities of the Council, to include monitoring and reviewing state and federal policy and legislation related to TCDD priorities and provides analysis of the development and implementation of laws, regulations and public policies that impact people with developmental disabilities. Reporting:   Summarizes key issues by developing educational fact sheets, issue papers, briefing documents, public comments, testimony and correspondence on the Council’s position to Public Policy Committee, Council, state legislators, state agencies, and local, state and national disability organizations. TCDD Liaison:   Represents TCDD at meetings at the Capitol, Legislative hearings, workgroup and task forces, and advisory boards and advances the position of TCDD by providing public input, testimony, and comments supporting the TCDD mission and priorities. Identifies advocacy opportunities and promotes participation of advocates in workgroups and linking people with developmental disabilities and families with policy makers and may conduct training on public policy issues and legislative process. Funding/Grant Review:   Supports TCDD funding initiatives and planning by providing research, consultation and guidance on public policy issues in the development of Executive Summaries, Request for Applications and State Plan and may assist in the review, implementation, and reporting of funding activities or initiatives which forward the public policy goals. Support:   Provides ongoing support and technical assistance for the Public Policy Committee to identify and engage in issues according to the Council’s priorities and mission.   Qualifications   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:   Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in education, liberal arts, public affairs, or social sciences. Experience:   At least 2 years of professional experience in planning, coordinating and/or evaluating advocacy or public policy strategies. Experience in programs that provide direct services and supports for people with developmental disabilities is preferred. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of the primary federal and state programs that provide services and supports for people with developmental disabilities, including Medicaid, vocational rehabilitation, special education, early childhood intervention, mental health and aging programs. Understanding of the health and human service delivery system in Texas. Familiarity with the service and support needs of people with developmental disabilities. Ability to research and analyze state and federal laws and policy and procedures and prepare summaries, testimony or other responses consistent with the goals and priorities of the Council. Awareness of the Texas Legislative process. Proficiency in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Council members, co-workers, advocate and agency colleagues, policy makers and the public. Skill in planning, organizing and executing tasks and assignments that require close attention to detail. Deftness in making clear, concise, meaningful oral and written presentations relative to assigned tasks. Capacity to work independently and manage time effectively. Aptitude for development and use of effective advocacy techniques and strategies. Effectiveness at conducting focus groups, developing surveys, and interviewing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to gather information and input. Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze. Strong comprehension of computer operation and Microsoft Office software. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference. Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed   here . 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. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Dent Education is seeking to hire a Curriculum & Program Manager to design curriculum, manage and launch student programs, and develop our program pipeline. Dent programs empower Baltimore teens to be creative problem solvers, makers, and entrepreneurs. Whether it's using a laser cutter to build custom jewelry, using Adobe Illustrator to design a flyer for a local business, or using a digital audio workstation to produce a podcast or song, Denters experience their ability to dream up an idea and turn it into real impact. They apply design thinking to understand needs, brainstorm solutions, and launch real ventures. We believe in economic empowerment as a means to promote equity and agency; Denters earn money or receive funding in all of our programs.  Our goal is for students to realize their potential to make a dent in the universe, achieve upward mobility, and live with agency. You will: Design and teach curriculum  Create curricular materials, lesson plans, program roadmaps, track syllabi, and supports that are culturally-relevant, challenging, and compelling to students and easy-to-use for coaches.  We have a deep understanding of what we teach; you will help us design the how. Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to operationalize programs Organize all curriculum materials and resources into an easy-to-navigate system Seek feedback routinely from students, coaches, partners, and families   Train Coaches and Fellows to implement Dent curriculum  Manage the execution of and operations for school-year programs Develop outcomes, curriculum, budget and structure for programs Launch and prototype new programs Manage and recruit the students and staff to run school-year programs  Build relationships with and guide students as they create, develop Mindsets, and grow ventures  Build out pipeline of programs for Denters over the years Develop the pipeline of programs, engagement, and opportunities for a Denter from 8th grade through 5 years post-high school Co-create a system for impact measurement of each program over time Adapt as needed to improve student outcomes As an early stage social enterprise, your role will flex with Dent’s needs and your capabilities  You are: Organized, a backwards planner, and able to craft clarity Curious about how our students learn and what motivates them Unwavering in your belief in each student’s potential Passionate about Dent’s mission, mindsets, and commitment to equity An optimistic self-starter who is comfortable owning projects and pivoting when needed Resilient in the face of adversity with an ability to troubleshoot when problems arise Able to give & receive direct feedback Bonus Points for Applicants who:   At least two years of experience in teaching, curriculum creation, and/or youth development  Have a relevant Master’s Degree Are from Baltimore and/or possess a strong awareness of the city’s social and cultural landscape  Have experience leading projects that intentionally promote equity, social justice, and racial justice Have experience teaching design thinking and/or entrepreneurship Have taught or launched a project relevant to the skills taught in our 6 tracks You’ll get: To build meaningful relationships with youth and join them on a journey of self-exploration and growth To join and shape a mission-driven startup with a talented and motivated team  To develop as an educator, curriculum designer, design thinker, maker, innovator, manager, and entrepreneur To create scalable curriculum and programs that will impact hundreds of teens in Baltimore and beyond  To ensure our programs not only catalyze student potential, but create tangible, long-term outcomes Logistics, Salary, & Benefits This is a full-time role based in Baltimore, MD. Start date would ideally be week of April 27* but can be flexible Salary is in the range of $42,000-$50,000 based on experience and expertise.  Benefits include: Healthcare coverage Flexible vacation policy all national holidays observed $500 annual professional development stipend Employee Assistance Program for you + your family including mental health and legal support through BHS   To Apply Please apply using this link . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early! Priority deadline: April 6, 2020  Explore our website in advance for more information about our work: www.denteducation.org .  Dent Education’s Mission Dent Education promotes equity by empowering under-resourced youth to discover and develop their innate creative potential to shape the world around them.  The Dent Mindsets  The Dent Mindsets are the foundation of our organization. The goal of all programs is to develop these mindsets in our students. It’s not only what we teach, but also how our team operates. Our Mindsets are: We see problems as opportunities We ask why? We listen deeply We take action We fail fast and keep learning Application Steps & Potential Timeline* Applications submissions until April 6 Rolling video interviews until April 10 Work product submissions until April 17 In-person interviews until April 24 Decision announced & potential retreat with Dent team week of April 27 *Please apply even if parts of this timeline don’t work for your schedule. We are flexible and know much is changing! Dent Education is an equal opportunity employer and seeks individuals to apply without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability, veteran or family status, sexual orientation, socio-economic class, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Position:   Fund Developer Long Beach, CA [Another location in California is negotiable] Exempt, Half-Time, Regular Position Organizational Background: Californians Together is a statewide advocacy coalition with the goal of better educating 1.2 million English learners by improving California's schools and promoting equitable educational policy. Position Summary: In the role of Fund Developer, you are directly responsible for identifying and qualifying various funding sources, including writing of grant proposals in implementation of the strategic plan, philanthropic partnerships, individual and major gifts. You will plan, coordinate and implement development plans to meet fund development and budgetary goals. Current overall annual fundraising goal is approximately $1 million, including grants, contracts and individual and corporate donors. Activities will also include research, drafting, proofreading, submitting, and tracking proposals; managing the grants calendar; and support of reporting requirements.  Reports to the Executive Director. The position is a half-time, exempt position with potential full-time employment in the future. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: Participate with the Executive Director, Board of Directors and staff to lead the organization’s development strategies and continue to chart the organization’s course in fund development Oversee the launch and execution, with the Executive Director & Board of Directors, of currently funded grants  Identify new potential government and private funding opportunities through publications, website subscriptions, the internet, and other resources that relate to Californians Together programs.  Attend necessary bidders’ conferences and grant workshops as needed; Interact with and respond to questions from foundation representatives, and participate in relevant discussions and meetings  Design long-term strategies for consistent foundation support. Develop and maintain funding calendar Correspond with funders about grant opportunities; apply for new funding.  Proposal writing and editing – Develop and write compelling proposals in response to foundation, and government RFPs; Review and edit proposals written by staff  Ensure that philanthropy and fund development are carried out in keeping with the organization’s values, mission, vision and plans Oversee performance measures, monitor results and help the Executive Director and Board of Directors evaluate the effectiveness of the organization’s fund development program. Maintain and organize electronic foundation filing system and integrate with development database Ability to manage donor relationships through periods of engagement and growth, ensuring that donor and volunteer interests are in alignment with organization priorities Create, manage and direct the funding/revenue base while focusing on a comprehensive fund development plan to enhance the short- and long-term diversified funding base  Develop a balanced funding mix of donor sources and solicitation programs tailored to the needs of the organization that will enable it to attract, retain and motivate donors and fundraising volunteers  Provide oversight of all of the organization’s fund development activities and monitor adequacy of such activities through coordination with the Executive Director, the Board and the finance committee  Prepare and maintain monthly funding chart listing active grants, pending grants, and potential grants; Prepare monthly reports including activities, research, contacts made, inquiry letters submitted, proposals funded, and a running account of monies raised  Produce fundraising reports for senior management and Board of Directors Partner with the Finance Manager to assure sound fiscal operation of the development function including timely, accurate and comprehensive development of charitable contributions income and expense budgets, reporting, monitoring and implementation Assure design and maintenance of donor and prospect records, gift management systems, and informational reports. Keep donor base engaged and informed Assure design and implementation of acknowledgment, stewardship and recognition programs with feedback and necessary check off systems Execute all other reasonable duties as assigned by the Executive Director Qualifications: B.A. or M.A. preferred; or 5 - 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Passion, imagination, vision, leadership, and integrity  A demonstrated ability to plan and operate strategically, to build public support, to develop and strengthen fund diversity to include grants, contracts and donations  Strong organizational skills and accountability toward goals   A minimum of  five  years of grant writing and fundraising experience  Significant experience in and a successful track record of major gift and annual fund fundraising  Personal Characteristics: Commitment to the mission and work of Californians Together with the credibility and persuasiveness to secure support from others  A self-starter who is confident enough to express opinions, to forge ahead when appropriate and hold back when necessary, with a sensitivity to the feelings and opinions of others  Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently Ability to work with diverse people, build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external partners Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to develop and follow a prioritized plan of work, set and keep deadlines and work on multiple projects concurrently  Exceptional communication skills with the ability to listen well An energetic person who is emotionally mature and dependable; a collegial individual with a sense of humor. Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment Ability to contribute to a high functioning team environment  Patient, personable and approachable Must be a team player who is inclusive, flexible, creative, energetic and fair-minded  Passion for improving the educational experiences and outcomes for dual language/English learners Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Includes full health, dental and vision benefits, holidays, vacation and sick days. Office closes between Christmas Eve and New Year’s. To Apply: Please send cover letter, resume and grant writing sample to: Erika Menjivar, Office Manager [email protected] Link to Role:  https://www.californianstogether.org/job-opening-fund-developer/

Leading a school is difficult work, so we do what we can to ensure you can focus on student learning by removing barriers to being successful. To do this, Noble offers:  A Focus on Learning : Teachers are empowered to design their courses to best achieve results for students. Our campus leaders minimize disruptions and maximize time focused on student learning. Copy rooms are stockpiled with paper. Classes are rarely interrupted with announcements or special events. Over 95% of students are in attendance daily.  Accountability and Support : Expectations are consistent. We are obsessed with following through on the basics and are committed to supporting, developing, and retaining high-performing educators. Active Community Involvement : Through parent advisory councils, feedback workshops, advocacy support, college enrollment guidance, quarterly parent-teacher conferences, advisory, and other engagement opportunities we invest in every student and family to build lasting, meaningful relationships. Key Job Responsibilities Complete all tasks related to triennial Full Individual Evaluations, annual Individual Education Plans, and annual Section 504 Plans. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: Opening all documents in IMPACT Conducting observations of students during class Scheduling meetings on team roster and calendar Coordinating with Learning Specialists and ensuring quality completion of all documents (i.e. Consent/Assessment Planning, Learning Environment Interventions, Notice of Conference, Parental Excusal of Staff) 10 days prior to meeting Attending and facilitating all meetings Ensuring all signatures are captured and all copies are provided to parents and uploaded into IMPACT Communicate and coordinate with Network and CPS for all transportation, paraprofessional, and placement requests Coordinate with outside service providers (psychologist, nurse, OT, PT, AT, SP, VI, HI) Send all quarterly IEP progress reports and other ODLSS mass mailings home and obtain signatures Manage learning specialist, paraprofessionals, and teacher assistants.  Own promotion results and matriculation of diverse learners  Execute Noble’s student code of conduct with fidelity in order to create a positive, structured learning environment where students are held to high expectations and empowered to grow academically  Ideal Qualifications An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in high school & college, and lead exemplary lives Proven track record of ambitious results in previous roles  Self-awareness, a regular practice of reflection, and a desire to continuously improve Follow through, attention to detail, and a belief that “sweating the small stuff” matters  A passion for organization and completing paperwork with fidelity Strong interpersonal and communication skills for facilitating IEP and 504 meetings 3+ years experience working in the special education field Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required  Professional Educators License and LBSI Endorsement required (or out-of-state equivalent) Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis  Compensation & Benefits We strive to be the best place to work, and our employee  benefits  are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.  A comprehensive compensation plan will include a bonus incentive and a competitive benefits package Statement of Non Discrimination Noble is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Education Specialist III for Performance-Based Monitoring (PBM) believes that for the Texas Education Agency to support every Texas public school student to be ready for college, career or the military, the Agency must first support districts with high-quality data and reports designed to improve outcomes for all students. The Education Specialist III for PBM will conduct complex consultative and technical assistance work with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment in the annual design, development, implementation, and maintenance of systems within Performance-Based Monitoring (which include monitoring reports and data analyses). Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additionally, please be sure to respond to the short answer prompts found in the supplemental questions. These responses should be added in a separate Word or PDF document in the attachments section of the application. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs an array of technical, research, policy, system design, and administrative activities related to the agency's performance-based monitoring systems. Collaborates with the PBM director with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment in the planning, development, implementation, analysis, and documentation of the agency's performance-based monitoring systems. Analyzes legislation and data to develop recommendations for policy, program policies, procedures, statutes, and rules associated with the agency's performance-based monitoring systems. Through collaboration, determines trends and resolves technical problems related to PBM projects and specialized projects. Responsible for maintaining and updating the performance-based monitoring public web site, preparing communication and presentations. Serves as a resource to school districts, charters, the general public, and others to explain and provide technical assistance on program specifics and requirements. May provide guidance to others through team collaboration.   Qualifications   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience: At least (3) years of experience in planning, developing, and implementing an agency, local education agency or organization program and providing consultative services and technical assistance. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Passion for improving education and the lives of Texas students; Experience in effectively resolving complex problems; Evidence analyzing, synthesizing and developing recommendations from the analysis of local, state, and federal education laws (including state and federal monitoring systems), rules, legislation, regulations and data applicable to special programs; Fast-learner who thrives in a high-performing environment; High intellectual ceiling with the ability to compile and analyze facts; Develop and evaluate policies and procedures; prepare reports; Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Provide guidance to others with limited supervision; High levels of expertise in using Microsoft Office applications including Excel; Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines which may include the agency's rule-making process; Highly skilled in creating, editing, reviewing, maintaining and managing the lifecycle of complex technical documents, web pages and other media; Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality and error-free work in a dynamic environment; A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve;  Proven ability to ensure requirements and polices such as ensuring web accessibility requirements and other media-related policies; and Strong ability to analyze, interpret, verify, compile, message and present a wide variety of education data. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference. Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed here . 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.   No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems. POSITION OVERVIEW: In order to advance the mission of TEA of improving outcomes for all public-school students, the Charter School Portfolio Analyst will support charter schools by performing advanced, senior level analysis and regulatory work related to the state’s charter school portfolio. The Portfolio Analyst will compile, review, analyze and evaluate charter school sector data with a focus on charter enrollment practices, charter school growth trends, and charter closures. This analyst will work closely with leadership and program coordinators in the Division of Charter Authorization and Administration and will report to the Portfolio Manager. Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additionally, please be sure to respond to the short answer prompts found in the supplemental questions. These responses should be added in a separate Word or PDF document in the attachments section of the application. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Monitors, researches, analyzes and reports on enrollment practices through review of the Common Admission Application and Waitlist data submitted by the charter school sector as required by TEC §12.1174. Assists with monitoring charter school sector growth including researching and analyzing growth trends and generating associated reports for the State Board of Education, associations, independent school districts and the general public. Assists with monitoring the charter school closure process including compiling and analyzing data pre and post closure and generating reports and communications for all stakeholders. Prepares and maintains summaries and data reports of findings including Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets with complex functions (using statistical methods and relational databases) to analyze data driving decisions related to the Texas portfolio. Maintains the state’s charter portfolio reports by reviewing data related to existing charter schools and/or applications for compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and procedures.   Qualifications   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Major coursework in education or a related field is preferred. Experience: At least (4) years of experience in analysis and regulatory work. Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Proven ability to compile, analyze, evaluate and interpret financial data and formulas; design and develop reports; Competence in interpreting statutes and regulations and accurately translating them into calculations and methodologies; Strong project management skills; Expertise in breaking down complex information into comprehensive parts, asking questions, analyzing, and synthesizing in high level summaries; High proficiency using data analysis software including intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel functions; Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment; Highly organized with the experience managing multiple projects at once and meeting deadlines; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Proficient in providing technical assistance to school districts, agency staff, government agencies and the general public; A strong customer-service mindset with a focus on engaging both internal and external stakeholders; A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve; and Capacity to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference. Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed here . 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. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Description: The School Evaluation Analyst at SUNY's Charter Schools Institute serves with a nationally award-winning team of high-quality charter school authorizers.  Reporting to the Institute's Director of School Evaluation, the School Evaluation Analyst is responsible for supporting the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of charter school performance. SUNY's Charter Schools Institute has a fast-paced work environment committed to supporting the SUNY Trustees in ensuring SUNY authorized charter schools demonstrate strong academic, fiscal, and organizational performance as measured by the SUNY Renewal Benchmarks.  The School Evaluation Analyst demonstrates the drive and desire to propel improved internal Institute operations, documentation, organizational operations, and public reporting for all schools through high-quality authorizing practices. Duties: Conduct, along with other program staff members, ongoing review of SUNY authorized charter schools through a school-quality review process including visits to schools throughout New York State; Assist in the narrative writing and editing of all evaluation and renewal reports, working directly with Institute staff members and consultants to synthesize data and create reports that are consonant with the standards of the Institute, the Charter Schools Act, and the policies of the SUNY Board of Trustees; Communicate with charter schools regarding the Institute's policies, practices, and processes, as appropriate; Analyze and communicate about data on program quality and academic outcomes, and develop the capacity of the Institute's staff to do the same; Analyze school evaluation, accountability, legal, and compliance reports to identify critical issues for monitoring by Institute Staff; compile summaries of such data for inclusion in evaluation and final renewal reports; produce ad hoc data reports on school performance as required; and, Support the evaluation team to develop and deliver internal professional development in the pursuit of meeting organizational goals Other Duties: Gather, organize, maintain and utilize quantitative school performance data to produce school and network performance and graphic analyses; Review and analyze charter school applications for new and renewal charter schools, including the proposed curriculum and its compliance with state standards, recruitments plans, proposed governance structures, facility plans, financial plans and other academic and non-academic sections of the applications; Assist senior staff with the development and execution of the Institute's research agenda, which may include responding to grant opportunities, identifying potential funders, and preparing information or data for such purposes. Support other departments within the SUNY Charter Schools Institute with various projects and requests, such as participating in board training sessions or scoring State Stimulus Fund Grants applications Requirements: Required Skills: Bachelors Degree plus 3-5 years of relevant experience or Masters Degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience required, The ability to travel regularly within New York City and throughout New York State to participate in school evaluation visits a must, Strong writing, communication, analytical, and project management skills required, Ability to work independently in electronic format with strong attention to detail, Proficiency in Microsoft applications and the ability to learn new software programs. Preferred Skills: Masters Degree preferred, Teaching and/or charter school experience a plus, Experience with data management and analysis using Stata or R (or other analytic software) a plus. Additional Information: Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000, commensurate with location and experience.  Excellent benefits package.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY  will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.  The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. The Research Foundation for the State University of New York is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. The Research Foundation for the State University of New York operates under a contract with The State University of New York and receives no directly appropriated state funding. Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume  https://systemrf.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=8BCE46C485E6684245EFFD9A00AD1C20?JOBID=121252

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW :  In order to advance the mission of the TEA and fulfill the goals in the Special Education Strategic Plan, the Special Education Special Projects Specialist supports the development and implementation of 3 key division level initiatives, statewide Professional development for students with disabilities, Non-Public School program Monitoring, and Special Education Strategy.   This position will support initiative planning and development, management of vendors/grantees and ensuring timelines and fidelity of implementation for all projects. The Specialist reports directly to a Special Projects & Strategy Manager and will work with the team to ensure a successful launch and implementation of initiatives.     Travel for this role is required up to 40% of the time.     Please note that a resume is a required attachment 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.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Support the execution and implementation of special projects and strategy initiatives   Serve as a subject matter expert related to Special Education practices Effectively communicate updates regarding project status, deliverables, timelines, and project planning to all stakeholders Manage external vendors, grantees, and providers to ensure on time delivery of content, materials, and quality training Work effectively with a team focused on operational excellence, to ensure effective project management of assigned deliverables; this includes performance tracking towards a set of shared academic achievement outcomes   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:   At least five (5) years of combined experience working in/with the field of special education.   Substitutions:   Education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.   OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in long-term project planning, including establishing outcomes, determining evaluative measures, and tracking progress A technical understanding of adult learning and the critical components of effective professional development Strong knowledge of special education and education (K-12) best practices and procedures Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment Highly organized; ability to support multiple projects at once and meet deadlines Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze Excellent written and oral communication skills A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment Experience working with diverse stakeholders through small and large group facilitation A demonstrated track record of success improving student outcomes in an instructional or instructional leadership role Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze Ability to act with a purpose that impacts and positively influences the perceptions, thinking, and actions of others Strong leadership, management, interpersonal relations, public speaking and writing skills   As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.  Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here . 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. No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW : The Database Developer performs advanced analysis and programming work involving all technical aspects of supporting, improving, and enhancing the database processes for a large project.  This position requires strong SQL skills.  We are seeking a proactive team member who will be responsible for enhancing the assigned application and solving production issues.  Work assignments will follow a defined software development life cycle (SDLC) process using an Agile-like approach for completing code changes for defined releases. The Database Developer works across multiple agency stakeholders to ensure the accuracy and efficacy of their project’s data processes and reports, ultimately in the service of Texas’s 1200 school districts.  Please note that a resume is a required attachment 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.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develop database components, ensuring they adhere to TEA and industry standards, best practices, and customer requirements. Perform technical analysis on existing defects or proposed enhancements to increase efficiency or to adapt to new procedures. Collaborate with the project team for sprint/release work on tasks such as providing development effort estimates, discussing architecture and design, triage and resolving defects or issues in multiple environments and providing status on work assignments or issues. Perform testing to verify that the product matches the requirements, including the creation of test data, test cases and test scripts. Prepare and maintain technical documentation as required (i.e. process flows, object or data models, project plans, environment diagrams, test plans, etc.).     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:   At least four (4) years of experience in application development   Substitutions:   Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis   OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of current software development best practices and technologies and how they can be applied to create high quality, high-performing applications Skill in designing, coding and supporting medium to large applications using Oracle databases Proven senior level database and SQL technical expertise working in a team environment Proficient in the extraction, transformation and loading Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues Adept in technical design and implement code solutions Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks at once and meet deadlines Ability to work with other IT staff to recommend standards, guidelines, and new processes Experience in communicating well to express ideas, thoughts, and direction to a diverse audience Must be available some nights and weekends for supporting code deployments and application support Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve Previous experience in Crystal Reports or other reports development is preferred but not required Previous experience in DataStage or other SSIS development is preferred but not required Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate Certification is preferred but not required Ability to work in a cube environment with potential for significant auditory distractions     As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.     Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .     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.     No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.   

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW : The Manager of TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate provides leadership for the Assessment Administration and Test Development team in TEA's Student Assessment Division. This position oversees the development, production, and administration of the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) and TELPAS Alternate.  This position oversees professional staff and performs highly complex consultative services and technical assistance work through activities associated with the TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate. This position works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Please note that a resume and tailored 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.      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversee the development and production of TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate tests that directly align with the ELPS-PLDs/alternate PLDs to accurately measure the English language proficiency of English learners, including English learners with significant cognitive disabilities. Oversee test administration of reliable and effective TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate assessments that are flawless administrations and provide credible and trustworthy data to educators, families, and communities. Develop effective communication to support flawless administrations of TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate. Develop additional tools in collaboration with other agency divisions (curriculum and English learner support) to support districts’ understanding and implementation of the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) as they relate to instruction and assessment.     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:   At least five (5) years of experience working at the campus, district, state, region, or national level with English learners and accommodating instructional materials for students to increase accessibility.    OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:   Knowledge of organizational development and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area Ability to evaluate problems, to develop alternative solutions, to oversee studies, to develop and interpret policies and procedures Ability to design programs or training to implement policies and procedures Ability to prepare concise reports Excellent written and verbal communication skills Superior project and time management ability Track record of performance and successful implementation across multiple concurrent projects Self-starter with an outcomes-based approach to management Fast learner who thrives in a high-performing environment High intellectual ceiling with the ability to solve new and dynamic operating problems Desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve   As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.     Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .     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.     No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.   

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems. POSITION OVERVIEW : The Early Childhood Specialist reports to the Early Childhood Education Manager. This position will provide statewide coordination and support for best practices in early literacy for prekindergarten-2nd grade. This position will also provide state-level support, information, and non-regulatory guidance related to early childhood education initiatives. The Early Childhood Specialist will support TEA’s strategic priority of building a foundation of reading and math by providing support to local education agencies through technical assistance, professional development, and resource development. The incumbent will collaborate with other divisions within the agency to provide support and guidance with respect to early childhood education as well as perform highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work.    Please note that a resume and tailored 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.        ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides state-level coordination in the implementation of best practices in early literacy. Provides clarification of state law, rule, TEA policies, procedures, and guidelines relating to supporting early childhood education programs via phone, email and written correspondence. Collaborates with other agency divisions, regional education service centers, professional organizations, and colleges/universities as appropriate to support early childhood education programs. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:   At least five (5) years of experience teaching in grades prekindergarten-2nd   grade.   Substitutions:   Education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual experience strongly preferred. Knowledge base of the Science of Teaching Reading. Deep knowledge and experience with early literacy practices, models, pedagogy and research-based strategies. In-depth understanding of phonics. Experience facilitating face-to-face and webinar based professional development. Knowledge of early childhood programs, issues, and best practices. Familiarity with the Texas Education Code, Texas Administrative Code, Texas Infant and Toddler Guidelines, Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. Understanding of the functions and challenges of school districts, charter schools, and education service centers. Strong project management and time management skills to organize and complete multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills including creating appropriate guidance documents and presentations. Detail oriented with skills in revising and editing a wide range of documents. Experience with various technology applications including Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to foster effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups both internal and external to TEA. Effective in both independent and collaborative work settings. Ability to understand and communicate intent of state law and rule and work within statutory authority to provide unbiased guidance and information to the public regarding issues related to public education. Proven experience with balancing the demands of multiple projects at different stages of development while maintaining quality and consistency across all work with periodic job and task ambiguity. Communicates complex ideas into practical and accessible language. A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve.     As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.   Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .   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.   No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW : The Review and Support Specialist will support a statewide culture that assumes high expectations for all students, including those in special education. This position will provide ongoing review and support of Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in their effective implementation of their requirements related to the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act. Selected candidates will possess high levels of knowledge in not only federal and state special education law but will have demonstrable experience delivering high quality instruction to students served by special education. This position also performs highly advanced consultative services and technical assistance work in assisting LEAs to correct issues of noncompliance and to improve outcomes for students served by special education. Work involves planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing major agency program(s); while providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff, governmental agencies, community organizations, and/or the general public. May Train, lead, assign, and/or prioritize the work of others;  while working under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  TEA is in the process of updating the classification of employees who are performing duties related to agency educational programs. Upon hire, this position will be reclassified as an Education Specialist IV, which is equivalent to the current Program Specialist VI classification in Salary Group B23. This is an administrative change that will not impact the compensation, seniority, or the responsibilities of this position in any way. Please note that a resume and tailored 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.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Acts as a liaison with LEAs and technical assistance providers to facilitate access to appropriate technical assistance to address identified areas of need with regard to outcomes for students served by special education.  Reviews documentation, interviews stakeholders, observes classrooms and decision-making meetings to determine program effectiveness and compliance with state and federal special education law. Develops, collects, organizes, analyzes, and prepares materials in preparation for desk audits and on-site monitoring visits. Oversees compliance with special education policies and procedures, statutes, and rules; and takes corrective action(s) as needed. Prepares and reviews reports, and analyses related to program and compliance review of LEAs in their implementation of special education law. Performs related work as assigned.     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:   At least four (4) years of experience in working with students with disabilities. Five (5) years of experience is preferred. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Understanding of Federal and state special education law Knowledge of effective methods for completing compliance review Familiarity with effective instruction and service provision for students with disabilities Experience in identifying measures or indicators of special education program performance Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability in operating computers and applicable software Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve Ability to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures    As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.   Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .   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.   No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW : This position will serve as a Data Compliance Analyst for the Data Reporting Compliance Unit in the Information Technology Services – Business Management Division of the Texas Education Agency. The Data Compliance Analyst will oversee the planning, development, and implementation of data reporting compliance reviews, including some SAS programming, for leaver records and discipline data. This position plays a critical role of supporting multiple data-driven systems by ensuring data submitted through the Texas Student Data System (TSDS) Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) is compliant with required data submission standards by working together with local education agencies (LEAs) to increase transparency, fairness, and rigor and ultimately strengthen organizational foundations.   Please note that a resume and tailored 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.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Plan, develop, schedule, and conduct   inquiries when PEIMS data submitted by identified LEAs contain anomalies or discrepancies. Compile, research, and analyze   documentation and information submitted by identified LEAs to determine accuracy of reported data. Prepare formal written documents   to improve data submission and support multiple data-driven systems. Analyze TSDS data reporting issues and   devise and implement solutions   based on current knowledge of TSDS PEIMS reporting business rules. Provide technical assistance and training   to LEAs, regional education service centers (ESCs), and other users on Texas Education Data Standards.  Review data validation manuals annually.     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.   Experience:   At least 5 years of experience performing highly analytical, detail-oriented work with high standards of accuracy in technical communication.   Substitutions:   Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.   OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:   Ability to maintain good working relationships with a variety of people and groups, including school district personnel and TEA staff. Ability to analyze problems and process information logically with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous tasks, develop solutions, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment in a positive and patient manner. Ability to express ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing. Experience working with state education data sources. Experience with the Performance-Based Monitoring Data Validation System preferred. SAS programming experience preferred. Familiarity with student discipline procedures preferred. Perform other related duties or tasks as assigned. May need to work outside normal work hours to accommodate other duties or tasks assigned. Ability to self-reflect, give and receive feedback, and continuously improve.    As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.   Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .   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.   No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems. POSITION OVERVIEW : The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) entitles a student with a disability to a free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. When a student has educational needs that cannot be met in a public school setting, that student can be educated in a private school or facility, referred to as a nonpublic school.  TEA ensures that students placed in nonpublic schools are provided with special education and related services that meet federal and state special education program requirements.   TEA is seeking a Special Education Projects and Strategy Specialist that will support a statewide culture of high expectations related to the education of students served in nonpublic settings.  This position oversees multiple aspects of nonpublic placements, including consultation and support of Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to ensure effective implementation of state and federal requirements related to the IDEA. This position also manages activities related to the oversight and monitoring of nonpublic day and residential facilities across the state. Selected candidates will possess high levels of knowledge in state and federal special education law, as well as experience working in schools with high-need students served by special education.   The Special Education Projects and Strategy Specialist will also support the development and implementation of two additional division level initiatives: Special Education Strategy and Statewide Special Education Professional Development. This position works collaboratively in teams under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Travel for this role is required up to 40% of the time.     Please note that a resume is a required attachment 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.        ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Acts as a subject matter expert in state and federal special education laws while applying them to support specialized populations within special education. Plans, develops, coordinates and implements the process of monitoring specialized populations who receive special education services within Residential Facilities, Nonpublic Schools and Off-Campus Facilities; while exhibiting a professional demeanor and positive attitude to foster effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Administers the programmatic side of the Nonpublic Day and Residential (NP) Application and Notification, High Cost Fund (HCF), ensuring fiscal compliance with federal and state regulations, and accessibility to funds for LEAs. Prepares and reviews reports, analyzes and prepares materials in preparation for onsite monitoring of Residential Facilities, Nonpublic Schools and Off-Campus Facilities. Provides training and technical assistance in accordance with program goals and objectives to agency staff, Education Service Center (ESC) staff, school personnel and other stakeholders related to assigned program areas for use of the online system for Nonpublic Day and Residential (NP) and High Cost Funds (HCF).     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:     Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:   At least four (4) years of experience providing or monitoring services to high-need students with disabilities in a school setting.        OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Strong understanding of federal and state special education law Skill in discerning the appropriate mode of communication and adapting messages to different audiences, including excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures Ability to generate high quality work products that accomplish the intended purpose Highly organized with an ability to prioritize and manage time to organize and complete multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines Sound professional judgement and strong decision-making skills with the ability to identify problems, evaluate alternative and implement effective solutions Excels with interpersonal relationships, leadership, and facilitating and making presentations to large and/or small groups Skilled in analyzing and modifying data and related data collection processes Proficiency with using a computer and Microsoft Office applications Ability to create guidance and oversee the creation of technical assistance related HCF, non-public residential and day schools, and online application process Willingness to travel up to 40% of time across Texas      As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.     Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .     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.     No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.   

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW : The Contracts and Procurement Attorney is vital to supporting and strengthening the Texas Education Agency’s commitment to having strong and efficient compliance with contracting and procurement processes in order to provides best value to Texas taxpayers. This Attorney works closely with the Senior Counsel of Contracts and Procurement to provide legal support to the agency’s Contracts and Purchasing Division and other agency divisions. This position will perform complex attorney work on contracts, procurement, intellectual property and contract-related matters. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.   Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter  are   required  attachment s   for  applying to  this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform legal work on agency solicitations and contracts, HUB matters, procurement policies and procedures, conflicts of interest, internal and external audit issues, contractor disputes, and federal and state compliance matters Provide legal counsel to agency's Contracts and Purchasing Division and other agency divisions regarding the solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts involving many types of goods and services Represent the agency during contract negotiations Perform legal work regarding the agency’s intellectual property matters Perform legal work involving the agency’s outside counsel contracts     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and an accredited law school with a JD or LLB degree.   Must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.   Experience:   At least three (3) years of experience as an attorney; preferred experience providing legal support to a Texas state agency on contracts and procurement.     OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in intellectual property matters Provide sound legal counsel and recommendations to agency clients that help them make business decisions in the best interest of the agency and the State of Texas Effectively interpret policies, procedures, statutes, rules, and regulations Use negotiating strategies to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties Develop and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels including agency management, direct supervisors, coworkers, internal clients, and external stakeholders Clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing Exercise courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in all communications including the ability to use discretion when handling confidential information Work independently and as part of a team to contribute to a cohesive team environment Work under pressure to timely complete assigned tasks and meet deadlines Maintain strong attention to detail Ability to self-reflect and continuously improve; adapt to unexpected tasks   As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.     Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .     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.     No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.   POSITION OVERVIEW:  The Dyslexia Specialist will support a statewide culture that assumes high expectations for all students, including those with disabilities. This position will provide ongoing technical assistance to the state regarding services for students with dyslexia and related disorders. This position performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work for the Division of Review and Support.  This person will coordinate, lead, and provide programmatic and technical assistance around the identification and intervention of dyslexia and related disorders. This includes interfacing with agency staff, Education Service Center (ESC) staff, school personnel, families, and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will work under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.   Please note that a resume and tailored 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.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Monitors Dyslexia Services -   Plans, develops, coordinates and implements the process of monitoring of Dyslexia services across the state. Technical Assistance and Consultative Support -  Serve as a resource to ESC, school personnel, agency staff, and other stakeholders by providing information and guidance regarding evidence-based best practices, rules, regulations, and policies regarding dyslexia and related disorders.   Technical Assistance Product Development -  Lead, support, and/or collaborate with division or agency staff to develop and disseminate high quality, effective technical assistance resources and products such as presentations, webinars, guidance documents, FAQs, and professional development materials. All product development is based on current state policy and grounded in the most recent research on evidence-based practices relevant to dyslexia and related disorders.     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education:  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:  At least four (4) years of experience providing Dyslexia Therapy, Intensive Reading Instruction, Reading Interventions, and/or Dyslexia identification   Substitutions:  An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.   OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: One or more of the following credentials is strongly preferred: Licensed Dyslexia Therapist (LDT) Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) Educational Diagnostician or Licensed Specialist in School Psychology Special Education Certification General Education Generalist (PK-6) In depth knowledge of the science of teaching reading, dyslexia screening, identification, and intervention Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze Excellent written and oral communication skills Skills in developing, facilitating, and delivering presentations to large and small groups A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment   As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.   Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .   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.   No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

MISSION:   The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems. POSITION OVERVIEW : The Senior Java Developer performs advanced programming work involving all technical aspects of supporting, improving, and enhancing a large code solution.  This position requires strong Java, JavaScript, and DB2 SQL skills.  We seek a proactive team member responsible for enhancing the assigned application and solving production inquiries and issues.  Work assignments follow a defined software development life cycle (SDLC) process using an Agile-like approach for completing code changes for defined releases.  Responsibilities include designing, coding, and supporting an IBM Identity and Access Management security solution.  Assignments include working with IBM Security Identity Manager (ISIM) v6.x, IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM) v9.x and IBM Security Directory Server (LDAP) v6.x.  Daily work requires completing work assignments while collaborating with customers, the Development Manager, the Project Manager, the project team, and other peers. Please note that a resume and tailored 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.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Application Development and Quality:   Develops components of the assigned application; Manages software builds using SCM process; Manages source code integrity and consistency; Performs unit test; Implements continuous integration. Technical Aptitude:   Possesses technical knowledge and skills required for software development; Evaluates and recommends new technologies and/or technology upgrades; Designs/architects systems or solutions to meet customer requirements. Product and Customer Support:   Possesses technical knowledge and skills required for supporting applications; Participates in daily support meetings; Participates in the weekly support rotation; Creates and tracks artifacts for support issues; Resolves or schedules a solution for support tickets on or before customer due date.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education:   Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university   Experience:   At least four (4) years of experience in developing and maintaining high-performance web applications. Experience in state government, non-profit, or education sector is preferred.   Substitutions:   Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis     OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of current software development best practices and technologies and how they can be applied to create high quality, high-performing applications Ability to provide strong, senior level database and SQL technical expertise working in a team environment Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues Skill in creating or enhancing web services using API’s Skill in designing, coding, and supporting an IBM Identity and Access Management security solution Skill with Java J2EE, JavaScript, and writing Java extensions Ability to work with Identity and Access Management solutions Ability to plan, prioritize, and work on multiple simultaneous assignments Ability to work with other IT staff to recommend standards, guidelines, and new processes Ability to communicate well to express ideas, thoughts, and direction to variety of audiences Must be available some nights and weekends for supporting code deployments and application support A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback, and continuously improve                            As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the veteran’s preference.       Additional Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) information can be accessed  here .       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.       No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.