Systems Engagement Specialist

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work possible

Travel required

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Systems Engagement Specialist to drive cross‑functional projects within the Charles A Dana Center. You will collaborate with Center teams to design and support initiatives that improve postsecondary mathematics pathways and workforce alignment.

This 40‑hour week role requires strong project management, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment; remote work is possible with travel, and start

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in higher education mathematics, mathematics education, workforce development, or related field.
• Experience with external partners such as state agencies, systems offices, postsecondary institutions, districts, or funders.
• Experience working as part of a team, with strong collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree preferred in education or policy (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Support design and implementation of initiatives that strengthen postsecondary mathematics pathways and student support structures.
• Coordinate and maintain relationships with external partners and funders.
• Design and facilitate professional learning experiences that build capacity across networks.
• Contribute to data collection, reporting, and project monitoring.

Skills

Higher Ed Math

Workforce Development

External Partners

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Multi‑Project Management

Bachelor's Degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Purpose

The Specialist works individually and collaboratively, executing and supporting projects under Center leadership, and partners closely with colleagues across the Creating Conditions for Impact team - which focuses on creating the conditions for implementation, including shifting mindsets, shaping recommendations for how change is carried out, and identifying ways to mitigate the risks of unintended impacts - as well as other teams at the Center, including Building Capacity for Innovation, evaluation, policy, communications, and

Job Posting Title

Systems Engagement Specialist

Hiring Department

Charles A Dana Center

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Oct 01, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes

• Remote work possible
• Travel will be required

Purpose

The Specialist works individually and collaboratively, executing and supporting projects under Center leadership, and partners closely with colleagues across the Creating Conditions for Impact team - which focuses on creating the conditions for implementation, including shifting mindsets, shaping recommendations for how change is carried out, and identifying ways to mitigate the risks of unintended impacts - as well as other teams at the Center, including Building Capacity for Innovation, evaluation, policy, communications, and

Responsibilities

Postsecondary and Workforce Alignment Support

• Support the design and implementation of initiatives that strengthen postsecondary mathematics pathways and student support structures, including corequisite support models, and that align K-12, postsecondary, and workforce development efforts.
• Contribute content knowledge on postsecondary systems, structures, and reform trends to inform project design and materials.
• Help develop resources, tools, and materials that advance alignment between postsecondary and workforce systems.

State and Partner Engagement

• Coordinate and maintain relationships with external partners - including state agencies, systems offices, district partners, policy collaboratives, and other organizations.
• Support planning and facilitation for meetings, convenings, and professional network activities.
• Design and facilitate professional learning experiences that build capacity and advance continuous improvement across networks.
• Serve as a responsive point of contact for assigned partners - providing expert guidance and advising informed by field expertise, connecting partners with others doing similar work in the field, and ensuring timely follow-up and clear communication.

Project Support and Execution

• Support day-to-day execution of SEI team projects, including tracking deliverables, timelines, and documentation.
• Collaborate with team members and colleagues across other Dana Center teams to ensure high-quality, timely work products.
• Contribute to data collection, reporting, and other tasks that support project monitoring and continuous improvement.

Field Influence and Resource Development

• Contribute to the Center's visibility by producing field-facing materials, participating in relevant networks and events, and sharing insights that reflect the Center's expertise.
• Support proposal development and funder reporting by providing content expertise, data, and examples related to postsecondary and workforce alignment and state partnerships.

Required Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in higher education mathematics, mathematics education, workforce development, or a related field, with an understanding of student support structures such as corequisite support models.
• Experience working with external partners such as state agencies, systems offices, postsecondary institutions, districts, or other organizations and funders.
• Experience working as part of a team, with strong collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, Public Policy, Higher Education Leadership, or a related field.
• Experience with postsecondary mathematics pathways, developmental education reform, or corequisite support models specifically.
• Experience facilitating professional networks, convenings, or communities of practice.
• Experience contributing to grant or funder reporting, or proposal development.
• Familiarity with national systems-change or workforce alignment initiatives in education.Salary Range

Salary Range

• $90,000 - $105,000

Working Conditions

• Travel Required
• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.