Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Grants and Systems Manager (Education Specialist V)

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TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

Primary Location Texas-Austin Work Locations Texas Education Agency 1701 NORTH CONGRESS AVENUE Austin 78701 Job Education, Training, and Library Employee Status Regular Schedule Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time State Job Code 0824 Salary Admin Plan B Grade 25 Salary (Pay Basis) 5,797.66 - 7,653.00 (Monthly) Number of Openings 1 Overtime Status Exempt Job Posting Closing Date: June 19, 2026 11:59pm 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. Position Overview The Division of District Talent Systems is dedicated to empowering Texas school districts with the tools and support needed to recognize, reward, and retain exceptional educators. At the heart of this mission is the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)—a transformative initiative designed to create a pathway for outstanding teachers to earn six‑figure salaries and its offshoot, Enhanced TIA which expands the opportunities to administrators as well. As a Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Grants and Systems Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the division’s vision. You will support the implementation of TIA across the state, ensuring districts have the guidance and resources necessary to develop and sustain high‑quality local designation systems. This role will focus on TIA and regional technical assistance support. Your work will directly impact the professional growth and compensation of Texas educators. Responsibilities Deliver expert technical assistance to partners such as districts, Education Service Centers (ESCs), and third‑party providers. Support the execution of the TIA related grant programs, fostering collaboration and innovation in strategic compensation. Contribute to the continuous improvement of performance management systems. Collaborate with district and regional leaders to design and refine systems that elevate teacher effectiveness and student outcomes. Provide grant planning and implementation support to expand TIA services to districts in partnership with ESCs. Manage assigned TIA Specialized ESC Hub, including oversight of grant requirements, goal setting, and long‑term planning. Serve as the primary point of contact for a cohort of assigned ESCs implementing the TIA Regional Support grant. Support ESC staffing efforts related to TIA grant objectives by providing hiring resources and guidance aligned to district needs; manage ESC staffing plans and communications. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university. Experience: At least five (5) years of experience in education or related field. 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. Ability to prioritize work streams and collaborate with a diverse group of individuals at different seniority levels, with discretion, while managing multiple projects. Experience with developing and delivering high‑quality technical assistance to a variety of stakeholder groups. Advanced skills related to breaking down complex information, asking questions, synthesizing, and analyzing data to prepare concise reports and exhibits using Microsoft Office suite. District level administrative experience preferred. Experience with grant development and management preferred. Experience with the development of a TIA Local Designation System preferred. A strong customer‑service mindset with a focus on engaging both internal and external stakeholders. Ability to engage in a collaborative, results‑oriented team environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills. A desire to self‑reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve. Benefits Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. Additional Information Applicants must submit a resume, tailored cover letter, and short answer responses. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants being strongly considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. 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 “View email address on click.appcast.io” 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System