Executive Director #0301-24

PLEASE SUBMIT A STATE OF TEXAS APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Job Description

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and provides executive leadership and representation on all matters concerning the Department, leading operational decision-making processes necessary for the successful execution of the Department’s mission. The Executive Director serves at the will of and is directly accountable to its seven-member Commission and performs highly advanced policy administration and managerial work for the Department. Principal duties are to perform a full range of executive-level managerial responsibilities and to effectively represent the Department to the public and the legislature. Duties include the following:

Essential Duties

• Oversees the operations and programmatic activities of the agency in accordance with Commission priorities, policies, applicable laws and regulations. Ensures required functions of the agency are carried out efficiently and effectively within established time frames.

• Ensures the agency fulfills its statutory requirements as outlined under Chapter 51 of the Occupations Code and the various statutes designated by the Legislature as responsibilities of the agency.

• Establishes the form, process, and procedures for interfacing with the Commission. Establishes the format for the Commission meetings and advises the Commission on matters relating to the critical performance issues of the agency.

• Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies as relevant to agency activities and strategic plan and goals. Develops, recommends and implements overall agency policies, goals and objectives.

• Prepares, recommends and presents the agency’s strategic plan, legislative appropriations request, biennial budget, annual operating budget, annual financial report, performance reports and other reports as required.

• Oversees the administration of the agency’s biennial budget.

• Establishes, develops and maintains effective working relationships with the Governor’s Office, Legislative Budget Board, and legislative members and their staff. Communicates the agency’s priorities and needs with respect to funding and legislative changes and provides legislative testimony.

• Assess administrative sanctions and penalties authorized in Chapter 51 of the Occupations and issues Orders and subpoenas, accordingly.

• Develops and recommends statutory, rule and fee changes to the Commission that would enhance agency effectiveness.

• Represents the agency at meetings, legislative sessions, conferences, hearings, litigation, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees. Confers with legislative members and/or legislative staff, and with commission members, industry representatives and staff to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems.

• Provides effective leadership for existing programs and the consolidation of programs transferred to the agency and develops and maintains the agency’s organizational structure.

• Advises the Commission and staff of developments in state and federal legislation and regulations that impact agency operations and programs and informs the Commission of the implication of these trends/developments and the agency’s response.

• Oversees the support of Advisory Boards for programs assigned to the agency.

• Provides policy direction for workforce planning, recruitment, benefits and compensation, and staff development.

• Ensures adherence to the agency’s goals, mission, objectives, and strategies, while following the Core Values.

• Oversees and conducts the hiring and onboarding process for senior-level management who serve as direct reports; oversees the development of performance standards and position descriptions; makes assignments, provides guidance and mentoring and meaningful professional development and training opportunities; develops, consults on, and recommends personnel actions and ensures accurate and timely appraisals.

• Complies with division and/or agency training requirements.

• Demonstrates a spirit of teamwork, offering positive and constructive ideas, encouragement, and support to other members of the staff and team while modeling the Agency’s core values.

• Adheres to all Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Personnel Policies and performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

A minimum of ten (10) years demonstrated successful senior-level leadership and managerial experience in state or federal government or business required. Extensive legislative experience required. Experience in public-speaking and communication, practice and principles of organizational planning, budget preparation and strategic planning required. Proven track record of reducing cost and government burden on businesses and licensees while sustaining quality and ensuring consumer protection. Prior experience with state regulatory agencies preferred.

Graduation from an accredited college or university required. Graduate of the Governor’s Executive Development Program (GEDP), Transformative Leadership Program (TLP), Executive Leadership for Information Technology Excellence (ELITE) or other Governor’s Center for Management Development course and/or program preferred.

Remarks

The successful candidate will have: Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to agency and/ or programs regulated or to be regulated by the agency. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques; of accounting, budgeting, and financial principles; and of the principles and practices of public administration and management. Skill in eliminating redundancies; in consolidating and transforming governmental programs; and, in reducing cost of government and administrative burdens. Skill in successful development and implementation of strategic planning and bill implementation; and, in the effective implementation of the employee engagement surveys as tools to gauge agency performance. Ability to direct and organize program activities; to establish program goals and objectives that support the agency's strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions. Ability to oversee the development and evaluation of Department policies and procedures; to prepare concise reports; and, to make presentations and testify at hearings. Ability to motivate personnel; to communicate effectively with high levels of government and when engaging in public speaking.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $175,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• senior level leadership: 10 years (Required)
• extensive legislative: 10 years (Required)
• budget preparation and strategic planning: 10 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Austin, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person