Chief of People, Educator Development & Culture

REGION 4 ESC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 4 Education Service Center in Houston seeks a Chief of Human Capital to lead educator development, workforce strategy, and organizational culture. The role directs HR operations, policy administration, and compliance, aligning practices with the Region 4 Advancement Engine to drive educational outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have extensive senior leadership experience in education, HR functions, and TEA initiatives, with a strong track record in talent development, change management, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education or related field.
• Mid-management/Principal and/or Superintendent Certification.
• Terminal Degree (Ed.D., Ph.D., or J.D.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large, cross-functional, center-wide projects or initiatives by bringing together diverse stakeholders to help drive decisions.
• Develop frameworks and structures that help identify and set strategic priorities with corresponding metrics or success criteria.
• Function as a strategic advisor to the Executive Director and serve other departments by being a resource regarding key organizational and management issues.
• Direct the development of a comprehensive strategic, recruiting and retention plan that supports the vision, mission, and core purpose of Region 4.
• Develop and implement regional services and initiatives that support customers and generate revenue.
• Direct the administration of the center’s compensation program, including job descriptions, salary surveys, and position management.
• Provide overall leadership and guidance to all human capital functions, including, but not limited to employee performance evaluation, rewards, incentives, recognition, retention, succession planning, investigations, grievances, and anti‑discrimination enforcement.
• Implement and monitor compliance, protocols, and revise policies and procedures as needed.
• Ensure implementation of processes and procedures to ensure employees receive timely information on personnel policies, procedures, and programs, including the employee handbook.
• Provide status updates and annual reports of results accomplished by the department through monthly KPI and EOY data analysis.
• Represent Region 4 with the State Board of Educator Certification and Texas Education Agency as requested.

Education

Master’s degree in education

Principal/Superintendent cert

Terminal degree preferred

Job description

Region 4 Education Service Center in Houston seeks a Chief of Human Capital to lead educator development, workforce strategy, and organizational culture. The role directs HR operations, policy administration, and compliance, aligning practices with the Region 4 Advancement Engine to drive educational outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have extensive senior leadership experience in education, HR functions, and TEA initiatives, with a strong track record in talent development, change management, and