Texas Education Agency
Inspector for Educator Misconduct (General Counsel IV)
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Texas Education Agency 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:
The Inspector General for Educator Misconduct oversees the enforcement of Educator Misconduct policies and processes within the TEA and coordinates decision-making for Educator Misconduct investigations and cases, including decisions related to placement on the Do Not hire Registry, recommended sanctions to educator certifications, settlement decisions, and case closures. The Inspector General reports directly to the General Counsel with administrative support provided by the General Counsel, and will work with regular collaboration and coordination with the Deputy Commissioner of Governance and the Deputy Commissioner of Educator Support, and is expected to provide regular policy and process improvement advice and counsel not only to the Commissioner, but also to the State Board for Educator Certification, Office of the Governor, and members of the legislature.
The Inspector General will manage a team of approximately fifteen employees and lead a cross-functional Educator Misconduct Oversight Working Group toward the collective goal of ensuring the safety of our 5.5 million Texas students. The Inspector General will also lead audits of all educator misconduct policies and processes to make recommendations for continuous improvements. This work also includes regularly updating the media and advocates for families, agency leadership, the Office of the Governor, State Board for Educator Certification, and legislative leadership of policy implementation progress and recommendations for ongoing policy and process improvements.
The Inspector General will participate in strategic visioning and planning processes, communicate regularly with the policymakers, families, and the media, and will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Ideal candidates will hold a deep authentic belief in TEA’s mission, be an outstanding personnel and team manager, be highly skilled in change management and public engagement, and possess exceptional judgment and discernment.
Please note that a resume and tailored 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.
Policy and Process Implementation Audits: Audits implementation and provide recommendations for the continuous improvement of all policies and process related to Educator Investigations and Enforcement activities to the Commissioner and SBEC, including efficiency upgrades to agency processes, alignment and clarity of SBEC and Commissioner rulemaking, and recommendations for future policy-making to ensure all staff and systems are working urgently towards the safety of Texas’s students. Coordinated decision-making: Coordinates decision-making for all final decisions for placement on the Do Not Hire registry and settlement decisions for educator misconduct cases, coordinating with the Commissioner, SBEC, and agency leadership as needed. Leads internal Educator Misconduct Oversight Working group to ensure ongoing alignment for prioritization and closure decisions related across the investigations and enforcement teams. External Communications: Acts as the external-facing leader and facilitator of key advisory groups and meetings, providing regular updates on progress towards goals for all Educator Investigation and Enforcement activities at the TEA for elected leadership, state board for educator certification members, TEA leadership, district leadership, families and their advocates, the media, and the general public. Educator Misconduct Enforcement: Oversee the performance and development of all Enforcement staff in alignment with TEA’s talent management best practices and policies. Is directly responsible for the management and career development of direct reports. Team Management and Supervision: With a commitment to continuous improvement, manages a team of 10+ TEA employees. Sets the vision and direction for the team, inspiring and motivating employees to authentically engage in the work and drive towards outcomes.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree Degree field(s): J.D. Required Licenses: Licensed to practice law in Texas Experience: At least nine (9) years of litigation experience in an Inspector General Office, Office of the Attorney General, a District Attorney’s office, or similar prosecutorial agency
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 A deep and abiding commitment to keeping children safe, to protecting schools and learning environments, and to advocate for parents’ rights related to their children Significant external public engagement, including navigating and building relationships and confidence with executive leaders, media, legislative or other political leaders Experience presenting to large groups for both informational and advocacy purposes Experience leading and performance managing teams to measurable results Exceptional leadership and personnel management skills, including demonstrated skill in vision-setting and coaching Highly skilled in working cross functionally with an ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment Excellent judgment, integrity, and commitment to personal responsibility and accountability Analytical with a strength in interpreting statute and rules, gathering and analyzing data on process implementation in alignment with statute and rules, and developing clear, concise, and actionable recommendations High intellectual ceiling with the ability to solve new and dynamic operating problems at a systems level Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to juggle competing priorities Experience applying change management strategies 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 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.
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. Seniority level
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Inspector General for Educator Misconduct (General Counsel IV)
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Texas Education Agency 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:
The Inspector General for Educator Misconduct oversees the enforcement of Educator Misconduct policies and processes within the TEA and coordinates decision-making for Educator Misconduct investigations and cases, including decisions related to placement on the Do Not hire Registry, recommended sanctions to educator certifications, settlement decisions, and case closures. The Inspector General reports directly to the General Counsel with administrative support provided by the General Counsel, and will work with regular collaboration and coordination with the Deputy Commissioner of Governance and the Deputy Commissioner of Educator Support, and is expected to provide regular policy and process improvement advice and counsel not only to the Commissioner, but also to the State Board for Educator Certification, Office of the Governor, and members of the legislature.
The Inspector General will manage a team of approximately fifteen employees and lead a cross-functional Educator Misconduct Oversight Working Group toward the collective goal of ensuring the safety of our 5.5 million Texas students. The Inspector General will also lead audits of all educator misconduct policies and processes to make recommendations for continuous improvements. This work also includes regularly updating the media and advocates for families, agency leadership, the Office of the Governor, State Board for Educator Certification, and legislative leadership of policy implementation progress and recommendations for ongoing policy and process improvements.
The Inspector General will participate in strategic visioning and planning processes, communicate regularly with the policymakers, families, and the media, and will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Ideal candidates will hold a deep authentic belief in TEA’s mission, be an outstanding personnel and team manager, be highly skilled in change management and public engagement, and possess exceptional judgment and discernment.
Please note that a resume and tailored 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.
Policy and Process Implementation Audits: Audits implementation and provide recommendations for the continuous improvement of all policies and process related to Educator Investigations and Enforcement activities to the Commissioner and SBEC, including efficiency upgrades to agency processes, alignment and clarity of SBEC and Commissioner rulemaking, and recommendations for future policy-making to ensure all staff and systems are working urgently towards the safety of Texas’s students. Coordinated decision-making: Coordinates decision-making for all final decisions for placement on the Do Not Hire registry and settlement decisions for educator misconduct cases, coordinating with the Commissioner, SBEC, and agency leadership as needed. Leads internal Educator Misconduct Oversight Working group to ensure ongoing alignment for prioritization and closure decisions related across the investigations and enforcement teams. External Communications: Acts as the external-facing leader and facilitator of key advisory groups and meetings, providing regular updates on progress towards goals for all Educator Investigation and Enforcement activities at the TEA for elected leadership, state board for educator certification members, TEA leadership, district leadership, families and their advocates, the media, and the general public. Educator Misconduct Enforcement: Oversee the performance and development of all Enforcement staff in alignment with TEA’s talent management best practices and policies. Is directly responsible for the management and career development of direct reports. Team Management and Supervision: With a commitment to continuous improvement, manages a team of 10+ TEA employees. Sets the vision and direction for the team, inspiring and motivating employees to authentically engage in the work and drive towards outcomes.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree Degree field(s): J.D. Required Licenses: Licensed to practice law in Texas Experience: At least nine (9) years of litigation experience in an Inspector General Office, Office of the Attorney General, a District Attorney’s office, or similar prosecutorial agency
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 A deep and abiding commitment to keeping children safe, to protecting schools and learning environments, and to advocate for parents’ rights related to their children Significant external public engagement, including navigating and building relationships and confidence with executive leaders, media, legislative or other political leaders Experience presenting to large groups for both informational and advocacy purposes Experience leading and performance managing teams to measurable results Exceptional leadership and personnel management skills, including demonstrated skill in vision-setting and coaching Highly skilled in working cross functionally with an ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment Excellent judgment, integrity, and commitment to personal responsibility and accountability Analytical with a strength in interpreting statute and rules, gathering and analyzing data on process implementation in alignment with statute and rules, and developing clear, concise, and actionable recommendations High intellectual ceiling with the ability to solve new and dynamic operating problems at a systems level Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to juggle competing priorities Experience applying change management strategies 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 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.
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. Seniority level
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