Deputy Director, Educator Investigations Intake; Director

Agency Information

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) oversees primary and secondary public education in Texas and is committed to improving outcomes for all public school students by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems across the state.

• We are Determined:
  We are committed and intentional in pursuing our primary purpose of improving outcomes for students.
• We are People-Centered:
  We strive to attract, develop, and retain committed talent that reflects the diversity of Texas, with each individual contributing to our shared vision for students.
• We are Learners:
  We seek evidence, reflect on outcomes, and continuously improve in pursuit of excellence for students.
• We are Servant Leaders:
  We are public servants committed to improving opportunities for students and supporting those who serve them.

At the Texas Education Agency's Office of Governance (OG), we are driven by a powerful mission: to proactively support school systems, keep students safe, and uphold Texas education law with integrity, objectivity, and excellence. Our core work streams, Field Support and Compliance & Investigations focus on strengthening governance, fostering a culture of accountability, and promoting continuous improvement across Texas schools. By working closely with school systems and agency teams, we help ensure every Texas public school student has access to a safe, high‑quality education.

On behalf of the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) and the Commissioner of Education, the Educator Investigations Division (EID) plays a critical role in safeguarding students in Texas by addressing allegations of misconduct involving educators and school employees. The division is structured into two primary units:
Intake and Investigations.

The Intake Unit serves as the initial review and decision‑making engine for the division, where complex information is assessed, risks are evaluated, and critical decisions are made. The team reviews misconduct reports, conducts preliminary reviews, tracks criminal matters, and collaborates with the Office of the Inspector General to facilitate the temporary suspension and inclusion process. This unit makes recommendations for formal investigations in strict accordance with SBEC and agency policy, always prioritizing student safety.

The Investigations Unit conducts formal investigations into reports of alleged misconduct by SBEC‑certified educators and non‑certified school employees. This unit ensures that due process is provided in all cases, maintaining a strong commitment to protecting students and upholding the integrity of the educational environment.

The Deputy Director of Educator Investigations Intake will lead this high‑impact function, transforming how we assess, prioritize, and respond to cases that directly influence student safety. This is a strategic leadership position focused on designing and improving systems that work orting to the Director of Investigations and working under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude to exercise initiative and independent judgment, this role will solve complex, ambiguous problems with meaningful consequences.

This role requires a systems thinker and problem solver who thrives in complexity bringing a balance of strategic perspective and operational discipline, and has the ability to see patterns, connect dots, and drive solutions that improve outcomes at scale.

This position requires up to 25% travel, based on business needs, to support program initiatives, collaboration, and operational priorities.

Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.

• Strategy and Operational Leadership: responsible for building and sustaining a high‑performing team through the co‑development of a clear vision anchored in systems thinking, student safety, and operational excellence, and translating it into strategic objectives, team initiatives, and individual performance goals; monitors progress and provides coaching to managers and staff to develop and retain staff, ensuring sound judgment, rigor, and continuous learning
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