Texas Association of School Boards
Division Director, Board Development Services
Why Texas Association of School Boards
Established in 1949, TASB has grown alongside Texas to meet the evolving needs of the school boards it serves.
Today, 500 employees work together to promote educational excellence for Texas public schoolchildren. TASB offers high-quality services that help 1,023 school districts operate more efficiently and effectively in serving more than 5.5 million public school students statewide.
We feel privileged to work alongside talented team members who are passionate about putting people first and empowering local school district leaders. The TASB team is adaptable and responsive to the needs of our members.
Our culture is reflected in TASB Together, which guides the way we work and encourages employees to learn, grow, and contribute in alignment with our TASB Mission:
The Texas Association of School Boards promotes educational excellence for Texas schoolchildren through the advancement of good governance, valuable learning experience for school leaders, and public school advocacy. We also provide high-quality services and programs to school districts – helping them operate more efficiently and effectively.
As part of its commitment to employee growth and development, TASB offers competitive pay and rich benefits, including a 2:1 match of retirement contributions up to 5% after one year, (which means that if you contribute 5% to the plan, TASB will contribute 10%), onsite daycare, onsite gym, wellness program, tuition reimbursement, remote and hybrid work options for certain roles, flexible schedules, and more.
Every role at TASB thoughtfully complements our commitment to supporting school boards and championing public education across Texas. If you consider your work exceptional and share the values that help TASB support school boards, keep reading!
About You
As the Division Director of Board Development Services (BDS), you will oversee the daily operations of the Division and is responsible for developing and delivering professional development for Texas school boards and individual trustees. You will also represent TASB as an expert witness and governance expert to internal and external stakeholders and provide oversight of TASB’s Online Learning Center, content development, board consultants, and Leadership TASB.
Candidates located in the Austin area will work a hybrid schedule, including up to three days onsite per week. Candidates residing elsewhere in Texas may work remote with some onsite requirements throughout the year.
A Typical Day
- Research and analyze member needs for school governance training.
- Oversee all the Online Learning Center, Leadership TASB, Texas Trustee Institute, Board Officer Institute, as well as all BDS publications, and the BDS website.
- Provide consultation services to school districts, boards, and superintendents.
- Assist in formulating and representing association positions on school governance and board development issues.
- Partner with the TASB meeting and event planning teams to strategically plan board development and board member training offerings at TASB events.
- If you’re still reading, we’d love to meet you!
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Design and deliver Board/adult training strategies aligned with the broader objectives of the Association and develop and oversee curriculum with delivery systems that include in-district consulting, workshops, publications, and online learning.
- Represent TASB as a governance expert to state law and policymakers, other individuals, and organizations as assigned.
- Lead the BDS team to achieve expectations for member service, productivity, quality, and reliability by developing and monitoring performance targets and ensuring appropriate training and professional development for BDS staff to support required activities.
- Facilitate the exchange of relevant information between BDSD and the other divisions of TASB.
- Partner with the Associate Executive Director, Member Services, to align BDS priorities and initiatives with Member Services goals and the broader objectives of the Association, while developing and operating within the annual division budget.
- Provide leadership on reputation, values, and culture across the Association.
Skills For Success
Education and Experience:
- Master of Education (M. Ed.) or a related field required. Doctorate preferred.
- 5+ years of experience as a trainer and/or director of training.
- 5+ years of supervisory experience.
- 5+ years of involvement working with school board trustees or similar experience required.
- Strong understanding of school finances preferred.
- Previous working experience in K-12 public education preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of school governance, school boards, and related K-12 education issues.
- Effective presentation, facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills with Board-level audiences.
- Effective management and delegation skills.
- Ability to assess needs through active listening and to influence others.
- Ability to anticipate future needs and make sound decisions in a changing environment.
- Ability to support and lead organizational transformation and growth strategies.
- Skill in strategic thinking and knowledge of change-management principles and practices.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, the Board of Directors, stakeholders, sister organizations, and the Association's membership community.
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, 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
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- The health and safety of our employees and members is our top priority.
- The Association is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an individual based on any of the following personal characteristics protected by law: race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including in relation to marital status, pregnancy, pay, sexual orientation or gender identity), age, disability, genetics or veteran status.
- This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship.
- Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check.
Texas Association of School Boards Austin, Texas, USA Office
12007 Research Blvd, Austin, TX, United States, 78759
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