Job Posting Title:

Superintendent - UT High School Special Purpose District

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Hiring Department:

UT High School

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

You will make a difference!

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of students and colleagues. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll love working in UT High School. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

Salaries that are highly competitive with the local ISD

Eligibility for annual merit-based permanent salary increases

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)

Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options

Paid sick time, and holidays

Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan

Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)

Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities

Tuition assistance

Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets

Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card

For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits

General Notes

IMPORTANT: This position is subject to mandatory TRS and Social Security participation and the associated payroll contribution deductions. Applicants for the UT High School Special Purpose District Superintendent position must apply through the UT Workday application and also the TASB site:

Purpose

Reporting to the Executive Director of PK-12 Schools, the UT High School Special Purpose District Superintendent will manage operations of the university's online high school education and support programs, along with related partnerships with public school districts and other educational organizations.

ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership: Develop and implement systems, training, and support to enhance UT High School programs and services, including generating revenue and expanding offerings for full-time students, independent learners, and international/domestic partner schools.Compliance & Standards: Ensure alignment with UT Austin and TEA standards, policies, and state/federal laws. Oversee compliance with graduation requirements, including state assessments.Ethical Standards: Adhere to professional ethical standards and ensure alignment with the Texas Educators Code of Ethics.Student & Family Engagement: Assist school principals and other educational staff with resolving disputes and foster a strong sense of community among students, parents, and teachers.Curriculum & Innovation: Provide high-quality, innovative learning experiences and promote best practices in online technologies to support student success.Strategic Partnerships: Serve as the primary point of contact for school districts, educational organizations, and other strategic partners.Operations Oversight: Plan, budget, staff, market, and manage special programs like the Texas Diploma Program, International High School Diploma Program, and Empower Academy, and Independent Learner Program.Continuous Improvement: Use data-driven strategies to measure student outcomes, enhance programs, and ensure alignment with educational goals.Staff Development: Recruit, train, and oversee staff, ensuring professional development and effective integration with educational platforms and systems.Other Duties: Perform additional related functions as assigned.

Required QualificationsMaster’s degree in educational leadership, policy, or a related field.Active Texas Superintendent Certification.Minimum of 10 years of K-12 experience with progressive leadership responsibilities.At least 6 years in a campus or district-level leadership role as a director or higher.Expertise in virtual school operations, including online curriculum development and instructional strategies.Proven ability to lead districtwide initiatives, establish systems, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with Texas Education Code.Strong communication, data analysis, and project management skills in both in-person and online environments.

Preferred QualificationsDoctoral degree in Educational Leadership, Policy, or a related field.Experience as an Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent in a Texas K-12 district.Demonstrated success in managing virtual schools, including learning management systems like Canvas and student information systems such as Skyward.Proven track record in strategic planning, grant management, and professional development for educators.Extensive knowledge of special programs, including Special Education, Gifted and Talented, and Emergent Bilingual programs.

Salary Range

$150,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions

Use of manual dexterity

Position may require occasional work outside the normal work week

Must be able to push, pull, lift, and/or carry at least 30 lbs.

Prolonged and repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Required Materials

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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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.

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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. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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) [PDF]E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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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.