More Like This Between $7,015.17 and $9,439.83 Per Month Deputy Director, Educator Investigations (Director

TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

Occupation:

Chief Executives

Location:

Austin, TX - 78701-1402

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

08/18/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

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Selection Required

Updated:

08/18/2026

Expires:

09/01/2026

Agency Job ID:

103207 Job #: 17057212 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.

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//erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=103207&PostingSeq=1 Agency Information The Texas Education Agency (TEA) oversees primary and secondary public education in Texas and is committed to improving outcomes for all public school students by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems across the state. Core ValuesWe are

Determined:

We are committed and intentional in pursuing our primary purpose of improving outcomes for students.

We are

People-Centered:

We strive to attract, develop, and retain committed talent that reflects the diversity of Texas, with each individual contributing to our shared vision for students.

We are

Learners:

We seek evidence, reflect on outcomes, and continuously improve in pursuit of excellence for students.

We are

Servant Leaders:

We are public servants committed to improving opportunities for students and supporting those who serve them. Position OverviewAt the Texas Education Agency's Office of Governance (OG), we are driven by a powerful mission: to proactively support school systems, keep students safe, and uphold Texas education law with integrity, objectivity, and excellence. Our core workstreams, Field Support and Compliance & Investigations, focus on strengthening governance, fostering a culture of accountability, and promoting continuous improvement across Texas schools. By working closely with school systems and agency teams, we help ensure every Texas public school student has access to a safe, high-quality education. On behalf of the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) and the Commissioner of Education, the Educator Investigations Division (EID) plays a critical role in safeguarding students in Texas by addressing allegations of misconduct involving educators and school employees. The division is structured into two primary units: Intake and Investigations. The Intake Unit serves as the initial review and decision-making engine for the division, where complex information is assessed, risks are evaluated, and critical decisions are made. The team reviews misconduct reports, conducts preliminary reviews, tracks criminal matters, and collaborates with the Office of the Inspector General to facilitate the temporary suspension and inclusion process. This unit makes recommendations for formal investigations in strict accordance with SBEC and agency policy, always prioritizing student safety.

The Investigations Unit conducts formal investigations into reports of alleged misconduct by SBEC-certified educators and non-certified school employees. This unit ensures that due process is provided in all cases, maintaining a strong commitment to protecting students and upholding the integrity of the educational environment.

The Deputy Director of Educator Investigations will lead this high-impact function, transforming how we assess, prioritize, and respond to cases that directly influence student safety. This is a strategic leadership position focused on designing and improving systems that work at scale. Reporting to the Director of Investigations and working under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment, this role will solve complex, ambiguous problems with meaningful consequences. This role requires a systems thinker and problem solver who thrives in complexity bringing a balance of strategic perspective and operational discipline, and has the ability to see patterns, connect dots, and drive solutions that improve outcomes at scale.

Please note that a resume, cover letter, and short answer responses are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. Essential Functions Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.1.

Strategy and Operational Leadership:

responsible for building and sustaining a high-performing team through the co-development of a clear vision anchored in systems thinking, student safety, and operational excellence, and translating it into strategic objectives, team initiatives, and individual performance goals; monitors progress and provides coaching to managers and staff to develop and retain staff, ensuring sound judgment, rigor, and continuous learning 2.

Direct Workflow and Performance:

oversee end-to-end Investigation workflows to ensure timely and accurate case reviews and decision making; ensure adherence to law, policy, and procedures; oversee tracking of high-priority criminal cases to disposition; work with the Division Director to oversee the adoption, utilization, and optimization of the division¿s case management system; quickly respond to changes and pivot workflows to address workload, resources, or other conditions; ensure leadership is apprised of high-profile or complex matters; and ensures clear expectations for quality, professionalism, and responsiveness3.

Process Improvement and Optimization:

champion continuous improvement through the use of proven process-improvement techniques to evaluate systems, processes, identify systemic inefficiencies, and design solutions that enhance quality and productivity, develop high quality strategy documents and presentations to convey operational forecasts and recommendations; develop and refine policies and procedures that strengthen and support the team¿s overall strategy; oversee implementation of process improvements, ensuring continuity of operations and measurable performance gains; conduct assigned and self-initiated audits and use performance data to identify risks, close gaps, and elevate operational exce