Why Texas Association of School Boards (TASB)

We come from humble beginnings — picture a one-person organization created in 1949 to advocate for excellence in public education on behalf of Texas school board members. Flash forward to today, and we have over 500 employees working together to provide 1,024 school districts with purposeful resources so they can focus on what matters most — excellent and equitable education for all 5.4 million Texas students.

As TASBeans (our internal name for employees), we feel privileged to work alongside talented team-members who are passionate about education and enjoy learning from new and different perspectives. We believe what makes our organization highly successful is the rich diversity our employees collectively bring to TASB with different backgrounds, skillsets, cultures and ethnicities, gender identities, interests, abilities, and work styles. And our passion for education and learning doesn’t end there. Our culture has always encouraged employees to grow and become their best selves both professionally and personally through a variety of innovative and collaborative development opportunities. You’re likely beginning to see why we’ve been regularly named by Austin Business Journal as a Top Ten Best Places to Work!

TASB offers competitive pay, rich benefits (including retirement matching of 2:1 up to 5% after one year. This means that if you contribute 5% to the plan, TASB will contribute 10%), onsite daycare, onsite gym, wellness program, tuition reimbursement, remote work options, flexible schedules, and more.

Every role at TASB thoughtfully complements our mission and the educational impact being made in communities across Texas. If you consider your work exceptional and want to help drive our mission forward, keep reading!

About You

As a Policy Consultant, you will advise school districts on policy issues, analyze district policy, and assists in the development and maintenance of up-to-date and legally viable local policies for school districts. This is an Austin-based hybrid position requiring successful candidate to work onsite at our headquarters several days a week. 

All applicants must include a cover letter and a writing sample with the online application. 

A Typical Day

• Interact directly with members to respond promptly to districts' requests for information and guidance pertaining to policy issues and processes, policy samples, and other necessary assistance. 
• Sustain productive relationships with assigned districts. 
• Complete local district updates (LDUs) within 10 calendar days, with regular quality control review. 
• Prepare for and conduct policy review sessions (PRSs) for districts in accordance with division procedures. 
• Prepare PRS summaries within 15 calendar days from the review session. 
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How You'll Make an Impact

• Exercise good judgement and a high-level of discretion in providing sound guidance to local districts in the analysis of policy issues and in the formulation and implementation of policy and administrative procedure through local district updates or localized policy. 
• Complete the policy review local district update (PRS/LDU) within 10 calendar days of receiving the summary. 
• Prepare and deliver policy presentations for multiple or individual districts, agencies, or other associations at conventions, workshops, or other meetings. 
• Assist with the training of new policy consultants, as determined by the Assistant Director of Policy Review and Training. 
• Assist the division in the delivery of accurate and high-quality products and services by reviewing division products and publications, as assigned. 
• Perform other duties, as assigned by the Director of Policy Service or immediate supervisor. 

Skills for Success

Education and Experience: 

• Experience working in or with a school district is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is required; Master’s degree is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Extensive, in-depth working knowledge of evolving statutory, regulatory, and case law affecting local school district governance and of the patterns, practices, and ideals of local governance for school districts. 
• Ability to research and analyze complex policy-related topics;
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Strong communication skills. 
• strong interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent writing and presentation skills. 
• Ability to clearly and succinctly summarize information. 
• Ability to work independently and to collaborate and work in a team atmosphere. 
• Ability to learn new computer applications. 
• Ability to exercise good judgement and a high level of discretion. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. 

Work Environment

• This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copiers.
• Position involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing in carrying out job duties.
• May be required to lift and move up to 10lbs. at a time.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• Travel averages two nights per month.

The TASB Difference

• Enjoy competitive pay and rich benefit offerings.
• Be part of a collaborative environment where every contribution impacts Texas public schoolchildren.
• Thrive in a culture that promotes bringing your whole self to work every day and emphasizes healthy boundaries and work-life balance.
• Learn and grow individually and together through frequent professional development; diversity, equity, and inclusion panels; wellness seminars; and more.
• Work alongside transparent leaders with an open and consistent feedback approach.
• Celebrate as a team with meaningful (and fun) events and tokens of appreciation throughout the year.

Posting Notices

• The health and safety of our employees and members, is our top priority.
• TASB is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, color, disability, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other personal characteristic protected by law.
• This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.
• Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check.

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