Executive Director – Texas Workforce Commission

Executive Director – Texas Workforce Commission

WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We’re a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is on-site.

You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
A strategic, dynamic, and visionary leader with proven experience in workforce development, government administration, and public policy. You are passionate about connecting Texans with meaningful employment opportunities and possess the ability to lead a large, geographically diverse, complex organization effectively. You are an effective communicator, a collaborative partner, a champion for innovation and continuous improvement, and understand the importance of providing exceptional customer service to all stakeholders.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Executive Director performs executive leadership work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning for the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Reporting to the agency’s three governor-appointed commissioners, your work involves managing day-to-day operations including: establishing the strategic plan and setting goals and objectives; developing operating policies, procedures, and guidelines; establishing priorities, standards, and measurement tools for determining progress in meeting goals; evaluating program activities and business functions; and reviewing and approving budgets within departments or divisions. You will also supervise the work of others.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

• Provide strategic leadership, ensure alignment with the agency’s mission and goals. The agency has a $3 billion dollar budget and over 5,000 employees across the state.
• Oversee the development and implementation of innovative workforce development programs and initiatives that meet the evolving needs of Texas employers and job seekers.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight to vocational rehabilitation programs that assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their employment goals.
• Oversee management of the unemployment insurance program, providing timely and accurate payment of benefits to eligible Texans to support their reemployment efforts while maintaining program integrity and preventing fraud.
• Manage the agency’s $3 Billion budget, with varied funding sources, ensuring the efficient and effective allocation of resources across all divisions and departments.
• Represent the Texas Workforce Commission at local, state and national levels, building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including elected officials, business leaders, community organizations, and federal agencies.
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement within the agency.
• Ensure the agency’s compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

• Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university with a degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Workforce Development, or a related field.
• A minimum of five years’ experience as: Senior management level executive of a local, state, or federal agency.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Workforce Development, or a related field.
• Ten or more years of progressive experience in leadership roles within a large complex organization, preferably in the public sector.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful workforce development programs and initiatives.
• Deep understanding of the Texas workforce landscape and the challenges facing employers and job seekers.
• Experience driving innovation in service delivery and leveraging technology to improve outcomes for programs like vocational rehabilitation, expanding access to employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• A data-driven mindset, utilizing data analytics and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in program efficiency, accountability, effectiveness and responsiveness to the needs of the workforce and those seeking reemployment.
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Established relationships with key stakeholders in the Texas workforce development ecosystem.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service and building strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance granted by the United States government.

YOU GAIN:

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive starting salary up to $234,500 a year, ($19,541 monthly)
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.state.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.