Program Project Manager - Regulatory Affairs (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Texas; Remote; USD 63,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Program Project Manager for Regulatory Affairs to lead compliance projects, ensure charter authorization, and support leadership. The role, based in Texas, offers the flexibility of remote work while requiring occasional regional travel. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills and a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a compensation range reflecting their expertise.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Generous vacation

Professional development

Relocation stipends

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of project management experience.
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor required.
• Experience with data management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance projects and partnerships.
• Oversee systems for state-wide requirements.
• Coordinate with educators, leadership, and stakeholders.

Skills

Data management

Project management

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Wrike

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Description

The Program Project Manager of Regulatory Affairs supports the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs with the implementation and coordination of critical projects, initiatives, planning, policy execution, and data analysis. They manage the Regulatory Affairs team’s core operating mechanisms and support leadership with compliance accountability across the district. They develop and lead priority projects—implement policies, monitor and share metrics, coordinate training, and track the team’s progress. They ensure teams are prepared for charter authorization and comply with state requirements, managing projects that foster continuous improvement and organizational value for stakeholders, students, and families.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Location

This is a full-time remote position based in Texas, with preference for candidates in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or those willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations

• Travel within the region as needed (approximately 10% of the time).
• Travel to IDEA training events or other required visits may be necessary.
• Remote work when not traveling.

Essential Duties

• Manage compliance projects and partnerships.
• Oversee systems and tools for state-wide/authorizer-specific requirements (e.g., AskTed, Qualtrics).
• Collaborate on projects including reporting, charter monitoring, compliance calendar, and issue management.
• Develop project management plans, manage activities, schedules, stakeholder engagement, and reporting.
• Exhibit excellent communication, time management, and technical writing skills.
• Coordinate with educators, leadership, and stakeholders.

Additional Duties

• Research compliance requirements with partners.
• Lead subject matter experts to create resources and action steps.
• Address gaps and produce clarity, efficiency, and action.
• Provide tactical counsel to ensure alignment and communication.
• Identify and surface discrepancies to ensure successful implementation.
• Coordinate compliance planning and execution with stakeholders.

Knowledge and Skills

• Make strategic decisions based on reliable information and organizational goals.
• Manage work and teams with clear goals, reflection, and deadline adherence.
• Grow self and others through feedback, curiosity, and development.
• Build a culture of trust through relationships and feedback.
• Communicate clearly, listen actively, and ensure understanding.

Additional Skills

• Create operational pathways for compliance, meet deadlines, and maintain systems.
• Lead training on authorizer expectations and problem-solving.
• Organize and lead meetings to ensure progress and alignment.
• Track and support completion of required tasks.
• Support team objectives and deliverables.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of project management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor certification required.
• Data management and reporting skills.
• Experience with Wrike.

Preferred Experience

• Project management in education or large organizations.
• More than 5 years of project management experience.

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary position.
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, kneel, and use hands.

What We Offer

Salaries typically range from $63,400 to $73,300, based on experience and qualifications, with performance-based pay. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental benefits, flexible spending, generous vacation, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. More details at IDEA Benefits. Relocation stipends may be available.

Application Process

Apply online via Jobvite. Applications are reviewed continuously until filled. Early application is encouraged.

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