Policy & Legislative Relations Specialist

Texas Education Agency; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement through ERS

Employer-paid health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid state holidays

Vacation leave

Job summary

Texas Education Agency in Austin, Texas, seeks a Governmental Relations Specialist to serve as a liaison with legislative staff, education stakeholders, and internal teams. The role emphasizes project management, policy analysis, data compilation, and clear presentation of TEA's priorities.

Candidates should understand Texas education policy and legislative processes, with experience supporting the Legislature and strong communications skills. Travel up to 10% and onsite work are required.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Experience: At least five (5) years of professional experience in governmental relations, legislative affairs, public policy, public administration, education policy, or a related field, including at least one (1) year of experience working with or supporting the Texas Legislature.
• Substitutions: Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Support the functions of the Governmental Relations Division: Works with the division to ensure all Legislative calls and requests are responded to in a timely manner.
• Assists with Governmental Relations Projects: Develops project plans, scheduling; reviews policies for continuous process improvement.
• Establish and Maintain Relationships with Legislative Staff and Outside Education Organizations: Acts as liaison with external parties and ensures deliverables from hearings and meetings.
• Assist Office of the Commissioner Team to Ensure Effective Commissioner Support: Supports the Commissioner during travel, events, and presentations, including travel outside of Austin.

Skills

Legislative processes

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Texas Legislature Online

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Texas Education Agency in Austin, Texas, seeks a Governmental Relations Specialist to serve as a liaison with legislative staff, education stakeholders, and internal teams. The role emphasizes project management, policy analysis, data compilation, and clear presentation of TEA's priorities.

Candidates should understand Texas education policy and legislative processes, with experience supporting the Legislature and strong communications skills. Travel up to 10% and onsite work are required.