Education CFO in Residence

Texas-Association-of-School-Boards; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2:1 retirement match up to 5%

Onsite daycare

Onsite gym

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Remote and hybrid options for certain,

Job summary

Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) in Austin, TX seeks a Senior School Finance Advisor to analyze school finance legislation and advise on funding and operating expenses for districts. You will serve as TASB's in-house expert on Texas public school finance, providing strategic cross-functional support across TASB and representing the Association on related issues.

Full-time preferred but a part-time schedule may be considered for the right candidate, with emphasis on translating policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Extensive experience in Texas public school finance or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Analyze proposed and enacted legislation related to school finance, budgeting, and funding formulas.
• Advise Government Relations staff on fiscal and operational implications of school finance proposals.
• Translate statutory and regulatory changes into practical, district-facing guidance.
• Review finance-related legal resources for accuracy and clarity.

Skills

Communication skills

Public policy analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation to trustees/leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Experience in Texas public school finance

Job description

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 5.5million 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

Working with our Governmental Relations (GR) team, the TASB Senior School Finance Advisor will analyze school finance legislation and policy and advise on potential funding and operational expense implications for districts. You will also serve as the Association’s in-house expert on Texas public school finance – providing strategic, cross-functional support to serve areas across TASB and externally representing the Association and our members on issues related to school finance.

Full-time preferred but a part-time schedule may be considered for the right candidate.

A Typical Day

Legislative & Policy Advisory (Government Relations)

• Analyze proposed and enacted legislation related to school finance, taxation, budgeting, and funding formulas
• Advise Government Relations staff on the fiscal and operational implications of school finance proposals
• Participate in meetings with lawmakers and legislative staff on complex school finance issues, as appropriate
• Assist in the development of bill analyses, policy briefs, and post-session summaries

Implementation Guidance

• Serve as a technical advisor to Legal Services and HR Services on post-session bill analysis and implementation resources
• Translate statutory and regulatory changes into practical, district-facing guidance related to school finance
• Review finance-related legal resources for technical accuracy and clarity

Communications & Content Development

• Partner with Communications to develop clear, accessible materials on school finance topics
• Translate complex financial concepts into plain language for trustees, policymakers, and public audiences
• Provide subject-matter review for finance-related communications materials

Training & Board Development

• Collaborate with Board Development Services to design trustee training on school finance, budgeting, and fiscal oversight
• Assist in the development of curricula, presentation materials, and facilitator guides to support train-the-trainer delivery models
• Train TASB staff and presenters to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of school finance content

Skills For Success

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Extensive experience in Texas public school finance (e.g., former district CFO, deputy superintendent for finance, or equivalent)
• Experience working with or presenting to school boards or senior district leadership preferred
• Experience engaging with legislators or legislative staff preferred
• Experience developing training materials or delivering adult education preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep knowledge of Texas school finance formulas, budgeting practices, and fiscal operations
• Strong ability to analyze legislation and policy and communicate impacts clearly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Texas legislative and regulatory processes preferred
• Strong competencies in school finance policy expertise
• Strategic analysis and applied problem-solving
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Ability to communicate clearly and translate complex concepts
• Credibility with trustees, district leaders, and policymakers

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.