THECB - Intern (External Relations)

Job Description

• Your job application must be completely filled out. Resumes do not take the place of the requirement to include this information on the application*

About the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) works to ensure that all Texans have access to high-quality, affordable higher education opportunities that prepare students for successful careers and strengthen the states workforce and economy. Through collaboration with colleges, universities, policymakers, and education partners across Texas, THECB advances initiatives that expand educational opportunity, promote student success, and support the future of higher education.

General Description:

Performs complex administrative and analytical work to create reports for internal and public audiences. Work involves assisting the agencys efforts to communicate and advance higher education policy and funding recommendations with external stakeholders, including legislators, state office holders, institutions of higher education, and business and community leaders. Work includes engaging and supporting agency staff in the development of effective strategies to advance agency initiatives. Position is authorized for a hybrid telework schedule. Specific in-office days may be determined by the department to meet business needs.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Supports the agencys legislative responsibilities, including the provision of relevant and timely information to legislative and executive offices, bill tracking, implementation tracking, fiscal note development, testimony preparation, and other related functions.

Assists agency efforts to engage external stakeholders to communicate and advance agency initiatives.

Maintains general awareness of student success issues, especially as they pertain to higher education.

Provides technical assistance and support to divisional staff for reporting, research, and projects.

Performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge Skills or Abilities:

Knowledge of state legislative and executive branches of government and their roles, processes, and administration.

Skills in using an online legislative tracking system.

Skills in communicating complex subjects to a generalist audience in writing, oral, and through presentation.

Skills in gathering, analyzing, and concisely presenting information.

Ability to display a high degree of diplomatic competence and discretion.

Ability to demonstrate initiative and independent judgment.

Ability to make decisions and solve problems effectively.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with business matters, records, and personnel information.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally.

Ability to accept and follow instructions given in a variety of forms.

Required In-Office Days:

Position is authorized for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees are required to work in the office two (2) days per week, with the remaining three (3) days eligible for telework. Specific in-office days may be determined by the department to meet business needs.

Military Crosswalk: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationandCommunication.pdf

Required Minimum Education and Experience:

Enrolled in a bachelors degree program at an accredited college or university in education or social sciences, or current/upcoming enrollment in a graduate program at an accredited college or university in education or social sciences.

Preferred:

Knowledge of higher education policy and funding in Texas.

Experience working with the Texas Legislature during a legislative session.

Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a standard office environment and requires:

Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned work hours;

Frequent use of a personal computer (to be provided by the agency) and occasional use of other office hardware (e.g., copiers, printers, telephones)

Frequent sitting or stationary standing;

Frequently work under deadlines, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.

The incumbent is expected to provide a reliable cell phone number or ensure accessibility via other digital means during assigned work hours.

Workforce:

Must be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of customer service deliverables.

Show flexibility and adaptability toward changes in assignments and work schedules; and work extended hours as necessary.

Adhere to the organizations internal management policies and procedures.

Contribute to the agencys performance measures and mission.

Travel occasionally for work assignments and training.

Application Requirements:

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A State of Texas application is required to apply. For more information on how to apply for this position, go to the Coordinating Boards employment opportunities website at https://www.highered.texas.gov/careers/.

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board participates in E-Verify for each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For questions, please call the HR Department at 512-427-6190. For vocal and/or hearing assistance call 7-1-1.

Notes to Applicant:

If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview. This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.

Your job application must be completely filled out. Your application must contain dates of employment, job titles, name of employer and a description of duties performed in a way that demonstrates you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes do not take the place of the requirement to include this information on the application. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete.

Veterans Information: THECB is committed to hiring Veterans. To receive Veterans Preference, a copy of the FORM DD214 -member #4, must be attached when submitting your application.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THECB does not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Job offer and continuation of employment with THECB is contingent upon:

Proof of education and experience listed on the application.

Eligibility/authorization to work in the U.S.

Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check.

Compliance with the Selective Service Law for males ages 18-25. Please be advised that under Texas law, names and other information concerning applicants or nominees may be subject to disclosure upon request.

THECB does not allow dual employment with other state of Texas agencies or institutions.

Skills assessment may be conducted at time of interview.

Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.