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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.Core Values: We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students. We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students. We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students. We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them. 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 candidates 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. POSITION OVERVIEW:The Standards and Programs Department is responsible for several critical bodies of work that advance TEAs mission, including curriculum support, college, career, and military preparation, and early childhood education. This position reports to the Associate Commissioner of the department and performs complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work to support the State Board of Education (SBOE), and staff members in the department by coordinating preparation of SBOE agenda items, serving as the department administrative rules coordinator and public information request coordinator, and assisting with various projects, as needed. The Policy and Administrative Support Specialist also provides administrative support to the associate commissioner by assisting with coordination of activities such as bill analysis during legislative sessions, scheduling, and meeting coordination. Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. Please note that a resume, tailored cover letter, and short answer responses 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.and#8239; ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Legislative Support: Assists with legislative activities including coordinating with the Governmental Relations division to track and ensure completion of legislative requests2. Public Information Request and Correspondence Coordination: Serves as departments Public Information Request (PIR) and Commissioner's correspondence coordinator and ensures all requests are completed within established timelines3. Department Administrative Support: Serves as department rules coordinator and ensures all SBOE and Commissioner rule items are prepared accurately and routed for review within designated timelines4. Administrative Rules Coordination: Serves as department rules coordinator and ensures all SBOE and Commissioner rule items are prepared accurately and routed for review within designated timelines5. SBOE Project Support: Provides support for the State Board of Education (SBOE) ctivities including coordination of department item preparation, support during meetings, and coordination and compilation of committee minutes; and supports TEKS review and revision activities as necessary Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or universityExperience: At least one (1) year of experience in an administrative role. Experience working at a state agency preferredSubstitutions: Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basisOTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Skill in effective and appropriate use of technology including skill in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, as well as common webinar tools such as Zoom Demonstrated skill in maintaining databases and tracking systems including Microsoft Excel and SmartSheet Prior experience preparing detailed documents and reports Strong prioritization and time management skills with ability to organize and complete multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills and an ability to carefully review and edit professional written work Ability to foster effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups, internal and external to TEA and to use professional discretion to maintain confidential information Familiarity with Texas Education Code and Texas Administrative Code Familiarity with the state legislative process Ability to work independently and as part of a team 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 military employment preference. To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the States Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor's Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military occupational category that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title. 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. 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