Technician Operations Talent Strategy

AUSTIN ISD JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: TECHNICIAN OPERATIONS TALENT STRATEGY FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT PAY GRADE: NIS 7 DUTY DAYS: 260 DATE REVISED: 10/05/2026 HC FUNDING SOURCE: THIS POSITION IS PARTIALLY OR FULLY FUNDED THROUGH LOCAL AND/OR GRANT SOURCES. CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT

IN

GRANT-FUNDED

POSITIONS

IS

CONTINGENT

UPON

AVAILABILITY

OF

FUNDS.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. One (1) year of related experience and demonstrating financial analysis skills is required. Experience working in funding control administration and analysis is preferred. This position is not hybrid eligible. SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Experience in Google Workspace and Microsoft Excel with proficiency in vlookups, pivot tables, financial modeling is preferred. Proficiency in enterprise ERP software systems, (Frontline Education ERP) is preferred. The incumbent must be capable of interacting with various levels of personnel and have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to advise executive leadership. This position requires attention to detail and organizational skills to manage complex payment timelines. The incumbent must have proactive problem-solving abilities and vendor management experience. Knowledge of governmental accounting policies, procedures, practices, and requirements, including District, State, and Federal laws and regulations are preferred. JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY: This position is responsible for overseeing all financial planning, budget management, and purchasing processes within the department. This role serves as the primary source for Talent Strategy administrators providing strategic procurement support, ensuring vendors and purchase orders (POs) are paid accurately and on time, and leading the end-to-end annual budget creation for upcoming fiscal years. This role oversees daily reception operations for the Talent Strategy team, ensuring a seamless experience for visitors while professionally managing high-volume telephone inquiries. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Oversee

and

manage

all

sub-budgets

and

accounts

across

the

department.

Monitor

daily

spending,

track

departmental

expenditures,

and

perform

monthly

budget-to-actual

variance

analysis.

Manage

yearly

departmental

expenditures.

Manage

front

desk

operations

and

serve

as

the

initial

ambassador

for

the

Talent

Strategy

department.

Welcome

visitors,

candidates,

and

internal

stakeholders

in

a

professional

and

hospitable

manner.

Direct

high-volume

incoming

phone

calls

and

inquiries

to

the

appropriate

team

members

promptly.

Provide

support

to

the

AISD

HQ

reception

desk,

as

needed.

Provide

regular

financial

reports,

forecasts,

and

actionable

insights

to

executive

leadership.

Serve

as

the

primary

financial

partner

to

Directors

and

Executive

Directors

for

all

procurement

needs.

Guide

leaders

through

purchasing

policies,

budget

availability,

and

vendor

selection

processes.

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Review,

approve,

and

track

purchase

requisitions

and

purchase

orders

(POs)

to

ensure

compliance

with

company

policies and budget limits.

Manage

the

full

life

cycle

of

departmental

POs

from

creation

through

closure.

Reconcile

invoices

against

POs,

goods

received,

and

service

agreements

to

ensure

prompt

and

accurate

payment.

Partner

closely

with

the

Accounts

Payable

department

to

resolve

payment

discrepancies,

holds,

or

vendor

inquiries.

Lead

the

planning,

modeling,

and

construction

of

the

department's

annual

budget

for

the

upcoming

fiscal

year.

Collaborate

with

administrators

to

gather

operational

needs,

anticipate

future

costs,

and

align

financial

plans

with

strategic department goals.

Prepare

final

budget

proposals

and

presentations

for

executive

leadership

approval.

Prepare

and

review

reports

and

other

documentation

for

propriety

with

timeliness,

accuracy,

and

compliance

with

District,

State,

and

Federal

policies,

laws,

and

regulations.

Audit

financial

data

to

ensure

integrity,

and

perform

necessary

functions

to

identify

and

correct

discrepancies.

Support

the

Austin

ISD

Mission,

Vision,

Values,

and

Goals

in

the

performance

of

daily

activities.

Perform

special

projects

assigned

by

the

supervisor,

including

special

reporting

Provide

an

exceptional

customer

experience

for

all

AISD

stakeholders

with

intentional

and

professional practices

that promote a culture of respect. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of the mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 30 pounds) Environment: Standard office environment, not hybrid eligible Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports directly to the supervisor or administrator of the department. Incumbent receives general instructions regarding the scope of and approach to projects or assignments, but procedures and techniques are left to his or her

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discretion. The incumbent is expected to work independently and will provide feedback on a continuous basis. Contact is with other employees within the finance department and other school departments. The Austin Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or

local

laws. I have read & acknowledged the job description above. Employee Signature:

Date:

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