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 Program Director, Leadership TASB you will coordinate the day-to-day planning, delivery, and operations of TASB's signature leadership development program for Texas school board trustees.
A Typical Day
- Coordinate the annual Leadership TASB program calendar, including application timelines, class selection activities, learning sessions, graduation, and alumni events.
- Prepare program materials, agendas, presentations, and communications, with review and direction from the Division Director, Board Development Services.
- Support the design and delivery of leadership development sessions by coordinating content, speakers, facilitators, school district hosts, and community partners.
- Administer the application and selection process in alignment with TASB Board Policy TASB-405, including application intake, Selection Committee materials, applicant communications, notifications, and scholarship processing.
- Plan and coordinate logistics for multi-day learning sessions across Texas. Including venues, transportation, lodging, meals, materials, and on-site needs.
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How You’ll Make an Impact
- Maintain accurate program records, participant data, calendars, checklists, and documentation to support reliable execution and a consistent participant experience.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for participants, answering questions and resolving routine issues before, during, and after learning sessions.
- Prepare program materials, agendas, presentations, and communications, with review and direction from the Division Director, Board Development Services.
- Keep the Division Director, Board Development Services, informed of program status, risks, and decisions needing leadership input, and implement direction from the Division Director and the Associate Executive Director, Member Services.
- Collect, organize, and summarize participant feedback and session evaluation, and share findings and recommendations for improvement with the Division Director, Board Development Services.
Skills For Success
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration, organizational leadership, business administration, communications, or a related field required.
- Project management certification preferred.
- Current or former experience as an elected school board trustee and graduate of Leadership TASB preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in program coordination, training or leadership development, educational services, or a related field.
- Experience coordinating events, travel logistics, vendors, or program budgets required.
- Experience working with public education, governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, associations, or other membership-based organizations preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of program coordination, event planning, adult learning, board governance, public education, or membership-based programs.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, logistics, and competing priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to track budgets, process invoices, and coordinate with vendors with strong attention to detail.
- Comfort presenting and facilitating in small and large group settings.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, registration and database systems, and virtual meeting tools.
- Commitment to local school governance, member service, and public education.
- Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight stays based on the annual L-TASB schedule and program needs.
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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