TSDS Product Owner (Systems Analyst V)

TSDS Product Owner (Systems Analyst V) (00057272)

Organization: TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

Primary Location: Texas-Austin

Work Locations: Texas Education Agency 1701 NORTH CONGRESS AVENUE Austin 78701

Job: Computer and Mathematical

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

State Job Code: 0256

Salary Admin Plan: B

Grade: 25

Salary (Pay Basis): 5,797.66 - 7,653.00 (Monthly)

Number of Openings: 1

Overtime Status: Exempt

Job Posting: Apr 6, 2026, 10:50:52 AM

Closing Date: Apr 21, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Description

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.

Core Values:

• We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.

• We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.

• We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.

• We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.

New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.

About Office of IT

The Office of Information Technology works closely with all agency divisions to implement innovative technology solutions in a cost-efficient manner that supports the goals and priorities of the Texas Education Agency. The Office of IT provides efficient technology solutions and stellar customer services to internal staff, 20 Educational Service Centers, and 1,200-plus public-school districts and charter schools. The following services are provided by IT: leadership on IT initiatives; guidance on security/policy issues; new application development/enhancements; software acquisition; technical support; assistance with technical sections of purchasing documents such as Request for Information (RFI), Request for Offers (RFO), Request for Proposals (RFP); and oversight on the data collection process which helps to support and improve outcomes for all of Texas’ 5 million-plus students.

Position Overview

This position will serve as the Texas Student Data System (TSDS) Product Owner for assigned TSDS data collections and for future initiatives in the Customer Relationship Division for the Office of Information Technology at the Texas Education Agency. This role is critical for improving school outcomes by supporting TSDS which is the principal data collection system for the state of Texas public school system including products for state and federal data reporting requirements.

This position performs advanced (senior level) computer systems analysis work for the TSDS data collections. Responsible for the oversight of software changes for assigned TSDS data collections. Work involves the planning, prioritization, analysis, monitoring, and configuration of critical features of the system and ability to effectively mentor others. Requires the comprehensive understanding of user requirements, design, and technical implementations to ensure the customer needs are met.

This position works under minimal direction with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Provides leadership, training, testing, support, and guidance to the TSDS Product Owner team. This system analyst will plan, assign and/or coordinate the work of others and performs related work and other duties as assigned.

Flexible work location in Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.

Essential Functions

Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.