Texas
HR Specialist, Performance Management (Human Resources Specialist VI)
Texas, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
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 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.
Position Overview This role serves as a strategic partner and internal consultant, responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting agency‑wide talent development and performance management initiatives. The HR Specialist collaborates with leaders and teams to assess needs, ensure access to performance management systems, consult on approach, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The position provides expert guidance on digital learning solutions and performance management processes. This role manages and reports out on all data needs for talent development programming and performance management systems.
This role drives agency‑wide talent development and performance management. The HR Specialist collaborates with leaders and teams to assess needs, ensure access to performance management systems, provide talent data solutions, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The position provides expert guidance on digital learning solutions and performance management processes, and manages all data and reporting needs for talent development programming.
Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.
Please note that a resume is a required attachment for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Essential Functions Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.
Data Management, Reporting, & Analytics:
Manage all data needs for talent development programming and performance management systems is a central function of this role. The HR Specialist collects, analyzes, and reports on key metrics to inform decision‑making and drive continuous improvement. This includes maintaining accurate recordings of training participation and compliance, generating insights for leadership, and communicating recommendations that support ongoing enhancement of talent development and performance management systems. Responsible for all administrative duties related to training system maintenance and tracking for HR and SME‑provided trainings (HRRS, Training Calendar, Transcripts, etc.). Ensures timely communication of upcoming training opportunities. Ensures mandatory training compliance (new hires and ongoing) and supports with new transcript designations and credits.
Performance Management System Supports:
Ensure all employees and leaders have access to performance management systems and resources. Consult with teams and leaders on effective performance management approaches. Troubleshoot and provide support for employees during key performance management cycle moments (such as goal setting, mid‑year checkpoint, and evaluation). Evaluate end‑user experience via data collection and feedback then recommend enhancements or updates on an annual basis. Drives effective digitization, automation, and use of AI in the PM process in a way that maximizes talent development and efficiency.
Talent Development Supports & Digital Learning:
Develop, coordinate, and promote high‑impact learning opportunities, leveraging both live and on‑demand formats. Oversight of the agency’s online learning platform is a key responsibility, involving content curation, user engagement, and the use of analytics to inform future programming. Serve as a consultant for internal content development and digital learning strategy, ensuring that solutions are aligned with organizational needs. Advise staff seeking external trainings and professional certifications, and the specialist responds to ad‑hoc training requests to support agency‑wide learning initiatives. Embed TEA’s 70‑20‑10 development model throughout all learning initiatives.
Strategic Initiative Supports:
Contribute to the planning and execution of division and agency priorities, and participate in cross‑functional teams to advance strategic initiatives. This includes supporting supervisor development, aligning performance management with agency goals, and identifying opportunities for process improvement and innovation in talent development. Work in this area ensures that talent strategies are responsive to organizational needs and positioned for future success.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university
Degree field(s):
Major coursework in business administration, human resources, organizational development, or a related field
Experience:
At least 5 years in human resource management work, performance management, and data tool usage
Substitutions:
An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience
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
Experience with online learning curation or management preferred
Knowledge of digital learning platforms and LMS administration
Knowledge of supervisory or project management tools and practices
Skill in data visualization and management, presentation, and reporting especially in Excel and Power BI
Ability to evaluate problems, develop solutions, and implement policies
Strong communication, interpersonal, and project management skills
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment; safeguard confidential information; analyze problems and develop solutions; oversee studies; create, interpret, and implement policies and procedures; design programs and training; prepare clear reports and plan, assign, and supervise staff
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 State’s 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.
To learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Employment at TEA page.
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. Please add "capps.recruiting@cpa.texas.gov" and "@tea.texas.gov" to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications from our talent acquisition team and/or hiring division regarding your candidacy.
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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 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.
Position Overview This role serves as a strategic partner and internal consultant, responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting agency‑wide talent development and performance management initiatives. The HR Specialist collaborates with leaders and teams to assess needs, ensure access to performance management systems, consult on approach, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The position provides expert guidance on digital learning solutions and performance management processes. This role manages and reports out on all data needs for talent development programming and performance management systems.
This role drives agency‑wide talent development and performance management. The HR Specialist collaborates with leaders and teams to assess needs, ensure access to performance management systems, provide talent data solutions, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The position provides expert guidance on digital learning solutions and performance management processes, and manages all data and reporting needs for talent development programming.
Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.
Please note that a resume is a required attachment for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Essential Functions Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.
Data Management, Reporting, & Analytics:
Manage all data needs for talent development programming and performance management systems is a central function of this role. The HR Specialist collects, analyzes, and reports on key metrics to inform decision‑making and drive continuous improvement. This includes maintaining accurate recordings of training participation and compliance, generating insights for leadership, and communicating recommendations that support ongoing enhancement of talent development and performance management systems. Responsible for all administrative duties related to training system maintenance and tracking for HR and SME‑provided trainings (HRRS, Training Calendar, Transcripts, etc.). Ensures timely communication of upcoming training opportunities. Ensures mandatory training compliance (new hires and ongoing) and supports with new transcript designations and credits.
Performance Management System Supports:
Ensure all employees and leaders have access to performance management systems and resources. Consult with teams and leaders on effective performance management approaches. Troubleshoot and provide support for employees during key performance management cycle moments (such as goal setting, mid‑year checkpoint, and evaluation). Evaluate end‑user experience via data collection and feedback then recommend enhancements or updates on an annual basis. Drives effective digitization, automation, and use of AI in the PM process in a way that maximizes talent development and efficiency.
Talent Development Supports & Digital Learning:
Develop, coordinate, and promote high‑impact learning opportunities, leveraging both live and on‑demand formats. Oversight of the agency’s online learning platform is a key responsibility, involving content curation, user engagement, and the use of analytics to inform future programming. Serve as a consultant for internal content development and digital learning strategy, ensuring that solutions are aligned with organizational needs. Advise staff seeking external trainings and professional certifications, and the specialist responds to ad‑hoc training requests to support agency‑wide learning initiatives. Embed TEA’s 70‑20‑10 development model throughout all learning initiatives.
Strategic Initiative Supports:
Contribute to the planning and execution of division and agency priorities, and participate in cross‑functional teams to advance strategic initiatives. This includes supporting supervisor development, aligning performance management with agency goals, and identifying opportunities for process improvement and innovation in talent development. Work in this area ensures that talent strategies are responsive to organizational needs and positioned for future success.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university
Degree field(s):
Major coursework in business administration, human resources, organizational development, or a related field
Experience:
At least 5 years in human resource management work, performance management, and data tool usage
Substitutions:
An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience
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
Experience with online learning curation or management preferred
Knowledge of digital learning platforms and LMS administration
Knowledge of supervisory or project management tools and practices
Skill in data visualization and management, presentation, and reporting especially in Excel and Power BI
Ability to evaluate problems, develop solutions, and implement policies
Strong communication, interpersonal, and project management skills
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment; safeguard confidential information; analyze problems and develop solutions; oversee studies; create, interpret, and implement policies and procedures; design programs and training; prepare clear reports and plan, assign, and supervise staff
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 State’s 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.
To learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Employment at TEA page.
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. Please add "capps.recruiting@cpa.texas.gov" and "@tea.texas.gov" to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications from our talent acquisition team and/or hiring division regarding your candidacy.
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