A Cover Letter is required.

General Description:
This position provides administrative support for Student Success and Institutional Partnerships programs and activities. Performs grant, contract, and program management with advanced consultative services and technical assistance work to awarded institutions in the form of meetings, oral and written presentations, and communications. Work also involves analyzing/researching programs and policy issues relating to student success. Supports the Division for Student Success and Institutional Partnerships and works with other agency staff in advising and consulting with higher education institutions to achieve the goals of the Texas Higher Education Board (THECB) plan for higher education, Building a Talent Strong Texas. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position reports to the Director of Student Success Strategic Initiatives.

General Duties and Responsibilities:
• Serves as a program and grant manager for key initiatives (e.g., Texas Leadership Scholars, Student Success Acceleration Program), including providing technical assistance to institutions on state laws, policies, and federal requirements, as well as overseeing fiscal activities (e.g., reporting, compliance, and risk management).
• Serves as one of the primary contacts for assigned student success initiatives, including advisory councils and committees (e.g., Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Pregnant and Parenting Students, Foster Youth).
• Prepares reports and conducts research and data analysis (e.g., surveys, focus groups, interviews) to evaluate programs and track outcomes.
• Coordinates and implements student success initiatives, identifying issues and developing solutions for assigned projects.
• Provides technical assistance and represents the agency through meetings, site visits, and oral and written presentations.
• Develops written and visual communications, including reports, presentations, and outreach materials.
• Assists leadership with policy research, bill analysis, and budget development.
• Serves as a liaison to student groups, agency divisions, other state agencies, and external partners.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to advance the state’s strategic plan, Building a Talent Strong Texas, and participates in relevant meetings.
• Maintains reliable performance of duties and ensures compliance with FERPA and applicable regulations; performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of the Texas public and higher education system and the goals of the statewide higher education strategic plan, Building a Talent Strong Texas.
• Knowledge of higher education, enrollment, and student success practices
• Knowledge of business English, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Knowledge of writing fundamentals including proofing and editing documents
• Skill in using personal computers, databases, and general office software, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Skill in planning, setting appropriate goals and objectives, and carrying out work in a timely and effective manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and in public presentations with a variety of individuals, and institutional leadership.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and external agencies and organizations and to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to initiate and complete tasks with moderate supervision and make decisions using appropriate professional judgment and reasoning.
• Entrepreneurial attitude with a growth mindset and demonstrated ability to accept and implement both solicited and unsolicited feedback quickly.
• Data-driven decision makers with the ability to structure ambiguity into actionable, value-added plans.
• Ability to handle multiple, shifting, and competing priorities, and drive team towards results.
• Ability to adhere to the agency’s internal management policies and procedures.

Telework with Two Required In-Office Days:
This position is authorized for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees are required to work in the office two (2) days per week, with the remaining two (3) days eligible for telework. Specific in-office days may be determined by the department to meet business needs.

Military Crosswalk: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

Required Minimum Education and Experience:
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of full-time work experience in higher education, including:
• Experience working with one or more of the following programs: grant management, student success, and/or student support/outreach services.
• Doctoral degree in higher education, public policy, or related field from an accredited college or university may substitute for two years of required work experience.

Preferred:
• Doctoral degree in higher education, public policy, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience working with state and/or federal government relating to higher education.
• Experience working related to student success in higher education.
• Experience working with student engagement groups, such as students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, foster youth, and pregnant and parenting students.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities, with the capability to review documents and provide clear, concise edits and content improvements as needed.
• Experience related to research and data analysis, program reporting, and communications, including presentations, data visualizations, one-pagers, web content, and newsletters.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Demonstration of progressive responsibility and opportunities to gain knowledge, skills, and abilities to show leadership in the development and administration of programs or in related work.
• Familiarity with database management and functional-level skills in a variety of computer software, preferably in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and SmartSheets.

Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a standard office environment and requires:
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance at work.
• Frequent use of personal computer, copiers, printers, and telephones.
• Frequent sitting.
• Frequently works under deadlines, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.

Workforce:
• Demonstrate knowledge of customer service deliverables.
• Show flexibility and adaptability toward changes in assignments and work schedules, working extended hours as necessary.
• Adhere to the organization’s internal management policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the agency’s performance measures and mission.
• Travel occasionally for work assignments and training.

Application Requirements:
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A State of Texas application is required to apply. For more information on how to apply for this position, go to the Coordinating Board’s employment opportunities website at https://www.highered.texas.gov/careers/

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board participates in E-Verify for each new employees’ Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For questions, please call the HR Department at 512-427-6190. For vocal and/or hearing assistance call 7-1-1.

Notes to Applicant:
If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview. This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.

Your job application must be completely filled out. Your application must contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer and a description of duties performed in a way that demonstrates you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes do not take the place of the requirement to include this information on the application. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete.

Veterans Information: THECB is committed to hiring Veterans. To receive Veteran’s Preference, a copy of the FORM DD214 -member #4, must be attached when submitting your application.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THECB does not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Job offer and continuation of employment with THECB is contingent upon:
• Proof of education and experience listed on the application.
• Eligibility/authorization to work in the U.S.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Compliance with the Selective Service Law for males ages 18-25. Please be advised that under Texas law, names and other information concerning applicants or nominees may be subject to disclosure upon request.

THECB does not allow dual employment with other state of Texas agencies or institutions.

Skills assessment may be conducted at time of interview.

Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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.