Job Description

Executive Director – Texas Acceleration Network (TAN)

Location: Texas (Hybrid/Travel Required)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time

MGT is currently sourcing for this role and welcomes qualified applicants.

WHO WE ARE:

MGT is a leading provider of technology and advisory solutions serving state, local, and education government agencies (SLED) across the United States. Through client partnerships, MGT’s almost 1,200 employees impact communities for good by managing and securing critical networks, solving complex human capital and fiscal problems, elevating education systems, and advancing equity as a performance imperative. MGT partners with thousands of agencies as a trusted advisor delivering solutions that improve technology, operational, and economic performance to help communities thrive.

Founded in 1975, MGT initiated an ambitious restart in 2016, broadening the solutions portfolio to provide the most specialized solutions, tackling the most mission-critical problems that live at the top of the public agency leadership agenda. MGT drives over 20% compound annual organic growth and utilizes programmatic mergers and acquisitions to grow capabilities, attract top talent, and accelerate growth scale. Since 2020, MGT has successfully completed 13 acquisitions, driving over 60% compound annual inorganic growth.

Celebrating its 50th year in 2025, the firm attracts exceptional talent and empowers them to exceed client expectations as they navigate the dynamic demands of the clients we serve. Hear more about MGT’s culture in the words of our employees

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The Executive Director, Texas Acceleration Network (TAN) will lead the implementation and management of a high-priority Texas Education Agency (TEA) initiative designed to accelerate and scale excellent leadership in turnaround districts across the state. TAN supports superintendents-in-waiting and their paired conservators to be day-one ready to execute a replicable, systemic turnaround playbook—customized for local context while grounded in best-in-class state frameworks.

This role is responsible for driving TAN’s strategy, coordinating and cohering work across multiple interdependent workstreams, managing technical assistance providers, and directly engaging with district leaders and TEA senior leadership. The Executive Director plays a critical role in codifying Texas’s approach to district turnaround and strengthening the state’s capacity to support LEAs at scale.

This position reports to the Associate Commissioner of District Planning and Supports.

Develop and Continuously Improve the TAN Playbook

Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of an EDF-aligned Texas Acceleration Network Playbook that equips districts with the systems, tools, and approaches necessary for successful turnaround.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage technical assistance firms and contracted experts to develop and refine the TAN Playbook aligned to Effective District Framework (EDF), AIM, and earned autonomy.
• Ensure playbook components address:
• Leadership Planning & Performance Management
• Talent Systems
• Integrated Student Support Systems
• Student Academic Experience
• Instructional Capacity Building Systems
• Finance & Operations Systems
• Coordinate review, feedback, and approval processes across TEA leadership and internal nodes.
• Synthesize field-based learning and user feedback to continuously strengthen and scale the playbook.

Metrics for Success include:

• On-time delivery and approval of TAN Playbook artifacts
• Strong alignment across EDF, AIM, and earned autonomy frameworks
• Clear feedback loops that drive continuous improvement and scalable use

Manage Action Planning and Launch Execution Supports

Oversee Action Planning and Launch Execution supports for superintendents-in-waiting and conservator pairs preparing for placement in TAN-supported districts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage technical assistance providers supporting:
• Landscape data analysis
• Action planning aligned to the TAN Playbook
• Pre-launch and launch execution supports
• Ensure superintendents are day-one ready, including cabinet recruitment, vendor coordination, and execution planning.
• Oversee first-year implementation supports and planning for year two of placement.
• Curate and manage aligned professional development (e.g., HQIM, observation/feedback, AIM-aligned PD).

Metrics for Success include:

• Action plans completed on time and aligned to TAN expectations
• High-quality, coherent PD delivered with fidelity
• Strong launch execution support through year one
• Actionable feedback loops informing continuous improvement
• Insights shared with related TEA initiatives (e.g., Leadership Academy, LIFT, SGS, ESF/EDF)

Facilitate Superintendent Network and Progress Monitoring

Lead a quarterly continuous improvement network for superintendents serving intervention placement districts, with a focus on information sharing, problem-solving, and performance management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and facilitate quarterly network sessions based on superintendent and conservator needs.
• Support district leadership teams in conducting effective performance management routines using student and implementation data.
• Partner with conservators to synthesize progress and key action steps for TEA senior leadership.
• Manage logistics, communications, facilitation plans, and post-session feedback.

Metrics for Success include:

• High-quality, needs-driven network sessions
• Strong superintendent engagement and collaboration
• Clear synthesis of data and insights for agency leadership
• Continuous improvement informed by participant feedback

Lead Project Management and Cross-Node Coordination

Provide end-to-end project management across all TAN workstreams, ensuring alignment, clarity, and on-time execution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and manage a master project plan incorporating milestones across all TAN nodes.
• Conduct weekly or bi-weekly check-ins with individual nodes and cross-node alignment meetings.
• Proactively identify risks, resolve issues, and drive mitigation strategies.
• Lead communications, documentation, reporting, and knowledge sharing across stakeholders.

Metrics for Success include:

• Up-to-date, aligned project plans across all nodes
• On-time milestone delivery
• Clear communication and accountability across stakeholders
• Effective reporting to TEA leadership

Team Management

Directly manage and develop one Project Manager, ensuring clarity of roles, priorities, and performance expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Hire and onboard the Project Manager.
• Establish effective check-in, delegation, and performance management routines.
• Use data and reflection to guide coaching and continuous improvement.

Metrics for Success include:

• Successful onboarding and integration of the Project Manager
• High-quality, on-time delivery of assigned workstreams
• Clear, supportive, and effective management structures

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Significant experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder education initiatives
• Demonstrated expertise in district or school turnaround, systems redesign, or large-scale education reform
• Strong project management and organizational leadership skills
• Experience managing vendors or technical assistance providers
• Ability to engage senior leaders, including superintendents, conservators, and state agency leadership
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and synthesis skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher
• Experience working with or within a state education agency
• Deep familiarity with Texas education accountability, intervention, or turnaround systems
• Experience leading continuous improvement networks or leadership pipelines

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our world-class work environment encompasses flexible and remote work options, a commitment to equity, and nationally respected teams in management consulting and technology services. We also offer opportunities to make a profound social impact through innovative projects, and professional development opportunities for career growth. Here you can read more about our extensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP).

Specifically, we will offer you a competitive compensation package including:

• Flexible paid time off

• 5% 401K matching program

• Equity opportunities

• Incentive and bonus programs

• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave

• Flexible spending accounts

Full-health benefits with base employee coverage fully funded, comprising:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Life insurance

• Short and long-term disability coverage

• Income protection benefits

MGT Impact Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, or any other characteristic or class protected by law.