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Work Hours 40 hours a week between the hours of 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend hours. Hours may change based on business needs, especially during legislative sessions. This position may be eligible for remote work in Texas. Teleworking may be considered if certain working conditions are met. Travel reimbursements are not provided for teleworking. General DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Director for the ESA division to direct activities of the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will set TEFA program goals and objectives; develop policies, procedures, and guidelines; establish priorities, standards, and performance metrics for tracking progress in meeting goals; coordinate and evaluate program activities and business functions; and review and approve the division budget, strategic plan, and business continuity plan. You will supervise the work of 13 program staff. Strong communication and collaboration skills will be necessary in working with key program stakeholders, including program participants, providers of educational services and products, and government oversight bodies. Experience working with another state's ESA or similar school choice program would be highly beneficial. The right candidate will be enthusiastic about contributing to the successful launch of the program, demonstrate policy and program knowledge, and be ready to contribute immediately in a high-intensity work setting. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in political science, or public administration.Ten (10) years of experience in strategic planning, management, and administration of large, complex projects including strategic litigation.Ten (10) years of experience supervising staff, including planning, assigning, and directing work.Ten (10) years of experience engaging in Texas legislative activities.Ten (10) years of experience in public speaking and delivering presentations.Ten (10) years of experience working in education policy or education choice programs. Preferred Qualifi ationsExperience with and proficient use of Artificial intelligence (AI). Experience with contract development and oversight.Experience with marketing and communication. Licenses / Certifications (Required)A valid Texas (or state of residency) driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of employment. Applicants offered an interview must present the following documents at or before the interview: A state issued driving record for the last 36 months, valid Texas driver's license (or state of residency driver's license) and current proof of automobile insurance Certification as a Contract Manager is required within 6 months of start date. Essential Job Duties:Directs TEFA program activities:Provides strategic leadership over a division, directing multiple programs and establishing long range priorities, standards, and performance measuresOversees divisional compliance with state and federal requirements and ensures alignment with legislative and regulatory changesDevelops and approves divisional policies, procedures, and strategic guidelines; ensures alignment with agency wide strategyOversees agency compliance with open records requirements and directs staff responsible for fulfilling requestsEstablishes divisional policy frameworks for resolving high risk program issues, appeals, and complaints; provides executive guidance on major casesOversees delivery of customer service to program applicants, participants, providers of educational services, and vendors of educational products.Directs the collection, organization, analysis, and preparation of state and federally mandated reportsOversees the onboarding and regulatory alignment of educational service providers and vendors, establishing and maintaining a compliant program marketplace that supports legislative objectives and statewide strategic prioritiesStaff Leadership:Plans, assigns, and supervises work of program staff.Fosters staff development and growth.Performs and/or reviews timely emp