Data Manager, ESC Strategy (Education Specialist V)

New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.

This position is funded through June 30, 2027. Continuation of the position beyond that date is not guaranteed.

Position Overview

The Data Manager – ESC Strategy provides advanced consultative services and technical assistance to the 20 Education Service Centers (ESCs) to strengthen statewide capacity and ensure compliance with state reporting mandates. This position supports TEA’s strategic plan by guiding ESCs in implementing reporting processes, fostering collaboration, and building leadership capacity through professional development and strategic planning. The role manages internal TEA and external ESC regional performance data systems. Work requires independent judgment and expertise in educational systems, adult learning, and state accountability requirements.

Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

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

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

1. Regional Performance System Leadership: Manage the usability and accessibility of the ESC regional performance dashboard and related resources, ensuring they support accurate and timely reporting in accordance with state mandates. Provide guidance and technical assistance so ESCs can effectively use these tools for compliance and planning. Develop system documentation (data dictionary, design metrics), lead data strategy including refresh schedules, data governance and testing.

2. Statewide Strategy and Reporting Alignment: Collaborate with ESC Strategy leadership to establish consistent reporting processes and routines that meet TEA requirements. Translate agency priorities and statutory obligations into actionable strategies for ESCs, maintaining documentation and guidance to ensure clarity and fidelity.

3. Professional Development and Capacity Building: Identify ESC training needs related to state reporting and accountability. Develop adult-learning aligned materials and deliver virtual and in-person training sessions to strengthen ESC capacity in meeting reporting requirements and using data for improvement planning.

4. Strategic Support for Commissioner Priorities: Provide the comprehensive data needed for the evaluation of the Commissioner’s identified priorities, including preparation of analysis packages and support for regular visits (virtual and in person) to ESCs. Coordinate cross unit inputs and ensure accuracy and timeliness.

5. Program Evaluation and Continuous Improvement: This role will work cross-functionally with programmatic and data analysis teams across the agency to conduct ad hoc and scheduled analyses on ESC performance, including state accountability, student assessment, and other priority metrics, to inform ESC performance routines, leadership decisions, and stakeholder communications. Produce clear visualizations and narrative summaries that drive action. Implement robust QA checks, aggregate / public data safeguards (e.g., suppression rules, minimum sizes), and change management / versioning. Maintain thorough documentation (data lineage, definitions, refresh cadences) to ensure continuity and auditability.

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 military employment preference.

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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.

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