Job Details
| Region: | 13 |
| School District/Employer: | Texas Education Agency |
| District Category/Employer: | Texas Education Agency, |
| Position: | , |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Performance Manager (Project Manager IV) |
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| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 11/9/2022 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | POSITION OVERVIEW: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is responsible for oversight of the primary and secondary education of over 5.5 million students in Texas public schools. A strong, aligned strategic plan is critical to successfully achieving our vision to prepare the public-school students in Texas for success in college, career, or the military. Sitting on the broader Operations Team in the Organizational Development Department, the Alignment and Delivery Unit oversees the performance management structure around and supports the achievement of TEAs Strategic Plan with a focus on results. ABOUT THE ALIGNMENT AND DELIVERY UNIT: The Alignment and Delivery Unit (ADU) is a division in the Department of Organizational Development in the Operations Office at TEA and is responsible for driving the achievement of TEAs Strategic Plan with a focus on results. ADU performance managers work alongside TEA staff to ensure the success of TEAs highest priorities. The Performance Manager (Project Manager IV) will play a critical role in the performance management of priority agency initiatives that are key to the successful execution of TEAs strategic plan. The Performance Manager will focus high-impact, high priority initiatives that are named in TEAs Strategic Plan. This individual will work with internal stakeholders to support the planning and initiation of projects at various levels of completion, analyze and use data to formulate recommendations, and build capacity among internal stakeholders to plan, track progress, and use metrics to drive decision-making. Additionally, the Performance Manager aids in aligning the work of priority initiatives across the agency. This position reports to the Director of Strategic Performance, and works closely with the Commissioner of Education, Deputy Commissioner of Operations, and other internal senior stakeholders. Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. 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: Develops and implements performance management tools, routines, templates, and trackers. Provides guidance on establishing milestones, metrics, and trajectories and helps build a common language and understanding on the elements of performance management. Tracks progress and ensures accurate, transparent, and on-time reporting and analysis of progress and performance results to internal stakeholders through the creation and maintenance of dashboards and monthly progress meetings. Identifies issues, risks, and opportunities for improvement, and proposes strategy adjustments to improve coordination, communication, and mitigate or avoid future risks. Identifies needs and delivers tailored coaching and targeted support for project owners to support effective project and performance management; this includes providing coordination and support to project teams across the agency and advising/assisting staff with the development and continuous improvement of rigorous timelines, milestones, metrics, and delivery strategies. Proactively builds and maintains strong relationships with people across the organization to gain their investment. Develops holistic content knowledge and raises connections through regular collaboration; and facilitates cross-functional sharing within and outside Performance Routine meetings. Identifies areas where initiatives overlap and addresses redundancies within project plans, to support message discipline and consistency. |
| Qualifications: | MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Masters degree preferred. Experience: At least four [4] years of experience in managing large, complex projects, developing and/or implementing project management systems Substitutions: Education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military. Ability to lead by influence to build investment in the Agencys performance management system Ability to support program teams in a consulting capacity and help drive initiatives to achieve results Strong facilitation skills Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues Analytical skills and problem-solving ability with meticulous attention to detail Highly organized; ability to balance the demands of multiple projects at different stages of development while maintaining quality and consistency across all work Ability to break down complex information into component parts, ask questions, synthesize, and analyze Exercise strong judgement in making decisions Excellent written and oral communication skills A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback, and continuously improve Broad knowledge of Texas education and school funding preferred |
| Salary Range: | 5,784.58 - 7,783.83 (Monthly) |
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| How To Apply: | https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/701/jobdetail.ftl?job=00028248&tz=GMT-06%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Sheel Jagani |
| Email: | sheel.jagani@tea.texas.gov |
| Address: | 1701 N. Congress Ave. |
| City: | Austin |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78701 |
| Phone: | (512) 463-9404 |
| Fax: | (512) 475-4293 |