{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"237f63d41f2915a7234cbff8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/237f63d41f2915a7234cbff8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/237f63d41f2915a7234cbff8","title":"District Programs Specialist","description":"District Programs Specialist\nHiring Department\nUT High School\n\nPosition Open To\nAll Applicants\n\nWeekly Scheduled Hours\n40\n\nFLSA Status\nExempt from FLSA\n\nEarliest Start Date\nImmediately\n\nPosition Duration\nExpected to Continue\n\nLocation\nUT MAIN CAMPUS\n\nJob Details\nYou'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 at UT High School. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:\n\nSalaries that are highly competitive with the local ISD\n\nEligibility for annual merit-based permanent salary increases\n\nCompetitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)\n\nVoluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options\n\nPaid sick time, and holidays\n\nTeachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds\n\nAdditional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)\n\nFlexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses\n\nRobust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities\n\nTuition assistance\n\nExpansive employee discount program including athletic tickets\n\nFree access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card\n\nFor more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits\n\nThe University of Texas at Austin's High School (UTHS) Special Purpose District provides programs and services to help high school students, teachers and families across Texas and the world. UTHS strives to help and assist students as they move along their educational pathways. As a proud member of the College of Education at the University of Texas at Austin, UTHS works to fill \\\"gaps\\\" in the Texas educational landscape and thrives in the service to others. This position requires fingerprinting and successful completion of a background check.\n\nResponsibilities\nDistrict Program Development, Delivery & Implementation\nDesign, develop, and continuously improve district programs across instructional areas including Advanced Placement, Gifted and Talented education, Blended Learning, Project-Based Learning, AI, leadership development, and other emerging educator and district needs. Collaborate with subject matter experts and contractors to design and build online courses applying best practices in instructional design, online course quality standards, and adult learning theory, and to deliver engaging online, hybrid, and face-to-face learning experiences. Develop instructional resources and course materials; lead workshops, webinars, conferences, and training sessions; implement logistics for large-scale programs such as Advanced Placement Summer Institutes (APSI); and develop implementation plans, timelines, and standard operating procedures to track deliverables and support consistent program delivery.\n\nMarketing, Communications & Outreach\nDevelop and implement marketing and communication strategies to increase awareness and expand participation in district programs. Create and maintain webpages, email campaigns, newsletters, social media content, promotional materials, presentations, and videos. Represent the District at conferences, outreach events, and partner engagements. Analyze marketing performance and engagement data to recommend improvements.\n\nDigital Systems, Data & Continuous Improvement\nSupport implementation and improvement of digital learning environments, instructional technologies, registration systems, AI-supported workflows, surveys, and databases. Collect, analyze, and interpret participant data, survey results, and program outcomes to inform decision making and develop reports, dashboards, and AI-supported solutions that improve efficiency and organizational effectiveness.\n\nCollaboration & Organizational Engagement\nServe as a collaborative team member supporting district initiatives, internal professional learning, committees, strategic projects, and university partnerships. Travel as needed to facilitate programs, present professional learning, and represent the University. Perform other duties as assigned.\n\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Education or a closely related field. Three years of successful experience as a K-12 classroom teacher or instructional professional.\n\nExperience designing and facilitating professional learning for educators in online, hybrid, or face-to-face settings. Experience designing instructional materials and online learning experiences using learning management systems such as Canvas and other educational technology tools.\n\nDemonstrated ability to implement multiple concurrent projects, manage changing priorities, and execute work according to established timelines. Strong written, verbal, presentation, collaboration, and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with educators, district leaders, university partners, contractors, and other stakeholders.\n\nExperience using Microsoft 365, Excel, Google Workspace, learning management systems, survey tools, databases, and other educational technology platforms. Ability to organize and manage extensive digital files, instructional resources, and project materials. Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, communicate project status, and follow through on assigned responsibilities.\n\nRelevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster's or doctoral degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Instructional Technology, Educational Leadership, or a related field. More than three years of K-12 teaching experience.\n\nExperience designing and facilitating professional learning in one or more of the following areas: Advanced Placement, Gifted and Talented Education, Blended Learning, Project-Based Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Curriculum and Instruction, content-specific instruction, Online Learning, or Educational Technology.\n\nExperience presenting at conferences or educator institutes; coordinating large-scale professional learning programs, conferences, or institutes; developing online courses from subject matter expert content; and developing marketing and communication materials for educational programs.\n\nExperience using Qualtrics, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, AI-supported tools, registration systems, or CRM platforms. Knowledge of TEKS, adult learning best practices, Advanced Placement programs, Gifted and Talented education, and current K-12 instructional practices.\n\nSalary Range\n$70,000+ depending on qualifications\n\nWorking Conditions\n\nTypical office environment\n\nUse of manual dexterity\n\nRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation\n\nPushing, pulling, and moving up to 30 pounds\n\nPosition may require occasional work outside the normal work week\n\nMay require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours\n\nWork performed on concurrent multiple projects under pressure of rigid deadlines and/or time limitations\n\nWork Shift\nTypical 8 am - 5 pm work hours with hybrid in-person/remote schedule\n\nRequired Materials\n\nResume/CV\n\n3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor\n\nLetter of interest\n\nImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:\nYou 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 thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.\n\nImportant for Current university employees and contingent workers:\nAs 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 questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.\n\nEmployment Eligibility\nRegular 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.\n\nRetirement Plan Eligibility\nThe 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.\n\nBackground Checks\nA criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThe 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.\n\nPay Transparency\nThe University of Texas at Austin\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Phase2 Technology","rawCompany":"phase2 technology","city":"Austin","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T03:20:04.850Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9039.00","title":"Education Administrators, All Other","slug":"education-administrators-all-other"},{"code":"11-9032.00","title":"Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary","slug":"education-administrators-kindergarten-through-secondary"},{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"923110","title":"Administration of Education Programs","slug":"administration-of-education-programs"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"},{"code":"611110","title":"Elementary and Secondary Schools","slug":"elementary-and-secondary-schools"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"District Programs Specialist","description":"District Programs Specialist\nHiring Department\nUT High School\n\nPosition Open To\nAll Applicants\n\nWeekly Scheduled Hours\n40\n\nFLSA Status\nExempt from FLSA\n\nEarliest Start Date\nImmediately\n\nPosition Duration\nExpected to Continue\n\nLocation\nUT MAIN CAMPUS\n\nJob Details\nYou'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 at UT High School. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:\n\nSalaries that are highly competitive with the local ISD\n\nEligibility for annual merit-based permanent salary increases\n\nCompetitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)\n\nVoluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options\n\nPaid sick time, and holidays\n\nTeachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds\n\nAdditional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)\n\nFlexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses\n\nRobust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities\n\nTuition assistance\n\nExpansive employee discount program including athletic tickets\n\nFree access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card\n\nFor more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits\n\nThe University of Texas at Austin's High School (UTHS) Special Purpose District provides programs and services to help high school students, teachers and families across Texas and the world. UTHS strives to help and assist students as they move along their educational pathways. As a proud member of the College of Education at the University of Texas at Austin, UTHS works to fill \\\"gaps\\\" in the Texas educational landscape and thrives in the service to others. This position requires fingerprinting and successful completion of a background check.\n\nResponsibilities\nDistrict Program Development, Delivery & Implementation\nDesign, develop, and continuously improve district programs across instructional areas including Advanced Placement, Gifted and Talented education, Blended Learning, Project-Based Learning, AI, leadership development, and other emerging educator and district needs. Collaborate with subject matter experts and contractors to design and build online courses applying best practices in instructional design, online course quality standards, and adult learning theory, and to deliver engaging online, hybrid, and face-to-face learning experiences. 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Analyze marketing performance and engagement data to recommend improvements.\n\nDigital Systems, Data & Continuous Improvement\nSupport implementation and improvement of digital learning environments, instructional technologies, registration systems, AI-supported workflows, surveys, and databases. Collect, analyze, and interpret participant data, survey results, and program outcomes to inform decision making and develop reports, dashboards, and AI-supported solutions that improve efficiency and organizational effectiveness.\n\nCollaboration & Organizational Engagement\nServe as a collaborative team member supporting district initiatives, internal professional learning, committees, strategic projects, and university partnerships. Travel as needed to facilitate programs, present professional learning, and represent the University. Perform other duties as assigned.\n\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Education or a closely related field. Three years of successful experience as a K-12 classroom teacher or instructional professional.\n\nExperience designing and facilitating professional learning for educators in online, hybrid, or face-to-face settings. Experience designing instructional materials and online learning experiences using learning management systems such as Canvas and other educational technology tools.\n\nDemonstrated ability to implement multiple concurrent projects, manage changing priorities, and execute work according to established timelines. Strong written, verbal, presentation, collaboration, and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with educators, district leaders, university partners, contractors, and other stakeholders.\n\nExperience using Microsoft 365, Excel, Google Workspace, learning management systems, survey tools, databases, and other educational technology platforms. Ability to organize and manage extensive digital files, instructional resources, and project materials. Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, communicate project status, and follow through on assigned responsibilities.\n\nRelevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster's or doctoral degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Instructional Technology, Educational Leadership, or a related field. More than three years of K-12 teaching experience.\n\nExperience designing and facilitating professional learning in one or more of the following areas: Advanced Placement, Gifted and Talented Education, Blended Learning, Project-Based Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Curriculum and Instruction, content-specific instruction, Online Learning, or Educational Technology.\n\nExperience presenting at conferences or educator institutes; coordinating large-scale professional learning programs, conferences, or institutes; developing online courses from subject matter expert content; and developing marketing and communication materials for educational programs.\n\nExperience using Qualtrics, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, AI-supported tools, registration systems, or CRM platforms. Knowledge of TEKS, adult learning best practices, Advanced Placement programs, Gifted and Talented education, and current K-12 instructional practices.\n\nSalary Range\n$70,000+ depending on qualifications\n\nWorking Conditions\n\nTypical office environment\n\nUse of manual dexterity\n\nRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation\n\nPushing, pulling, and moving up to 30 pounds\n\nPosition may require occasional work outside the normal work week\n\nMay require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours\n\nWork performed on concurrent multiple projects under pressure of rigid deadlines and/or time limitations\n\nWork Shift\nTypical 8 am - 5 pm work hours with hybrid in-person/remote schedule\n\nRequired Materials\n\nResume/CV\n\n3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor\n\nLetter of interest\n\nImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:\nYou 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 thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.\n\nImportant for Current university employees and contingent workers:\nAs 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 questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.\n\nEmployment Eligibility\nRegular 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.\n\nRetirement Plan Eligibility\nThe 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.\n\nBackground Checks\nA criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThe 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. 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