Description

VP of Regulatory Affairs

Mission:

The VP of Regulatory Affairs leverages exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure IDEA remains in the highest standing with authorizing agencies and regulators. The VP navigates complexity, gauges organizational risks, and drives solutions with multiple stakeholders, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to the role is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

The VP of Regulatory Affairs understands and keeps abreast of local and national policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders’ views, is aware of the organization’s impact on the external environment and quickly activates staff to resolve emergent issues in the face of shifting and competing organizational priorities. Moreover, the VP demonstrates skilled judgment in analyzing risk in the organizational context to ensure execution and accountability for teams, while meeting requirements and efficiencies within IDEA’s frameworks.

The Vice President of Regulatory Affairs inspires IDEA stakeholders to envision authorizer relations as “bridge-building,” and works closely with the Executive Team and divisions across the organization to drive action, ensuring that infrastructure at the campus, regional, and headquarters levels work in sync to meet regulatory requirements efficiently and effectively.  S/he develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods. To that end, the VP encourages creative tension and differences of opinion, while facilitating cooperation and motivating team members to accomplish group goals.

Furthermore, the VP leads cross-functional teams to prepare key deliverables for IDEA authorizers, including among others, expansion amendments, charter renewal applications, and presentations. The VP meets organizational goals and stakeholder expectations by making decisions that produce high-quality results that apply technical knowledge, analytical reasoning, and risk calculations. S/he holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results while determining objectives, setting priorities, and delegating work. 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly manages Program Project Manager, Director of Regulatory Affairs, Director of Special Education Legal Projects, and Director of Authorizer Compliance. Other managerial responsibilities as assigned.  

Location:

This is a full-time remote position based in Texas with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.

 

Travel Expectations:    

Must be willing to travel on average 10% of the time (across the network) 

 

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

Ensure IDEA entities remain in good standing with authorizers and regulators Build culture of continuous improvement and corrective action accountabilities Execute effective communication of regulatory changes and support implementation Model IDEA values 

 

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Build and champion a culture of compliance in the organization where divisions own and understand the requirements that are within and/or related to their scopeBuild and implement systems for inspecting compliance related to regulatory submissions, including but not limited to compliance submission calendar and the attestation committeeDesign and implement regular communication mechanism with internal and external stakeholders, including the boards of directors, to share successes and pathways to improvement regarding regulatory requirementsSupport CEO/Superintendent and Schools Team in regulatory matters with a focus on reducing risk to the organizationManage Director to engage with Special Programs Team and external legal counsel to analyze, respond to, and address complaints and prevent future matters of the sameManage regular and/or annual review of projects, including but not limited to the student handbook, district website posting requirements, and authorizer directoriesBuild frameworks to celebrate and recognize significant wins, accomplishments and gains related to regulatory expectationsImplement processes for gathering, analyzing, and using data for informed decision-makingBuild internal frameworks for corrective action so that internally identified matters are addressed and monitored for initial and ongoing implementationCompile and analyze data trends around state reporting, complaint matters, and legal spending to drive corrective actionManage the project planning of corrective action items brought to IDEA’s attention by regulators with various internal teamsBuild and execute systems of reporting so that IDEA can identify trends, define accountabilities, and adjust practices accordinglyModel curiosity and solutions-orientation to facilitate teams in problem-identification and resource allocation processes regarding regulatory changes and implementationDevelop cohesive partnership with the External Affairs team to understand potential legislative updates, share potential risks and then, once potential bills become law, mobilize internal stakeholders to effective and efficient implementation, including partnership with board services on law that necessitates new or updated board policyDeliver effective professional development across a range of staffAttend external meetings during and following the legislative session, as appropriate, to gather key information and resources for IDEA to implement new requirementsAudit implementation to ensure compliance with new requirementGive, receive, and implement feedback from peers, team members, other departments, and the field regarding change management processesBelieves and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through collegeIs driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organizationWorks through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships to achieve outcomes 
  

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

Make Strategic Decisions: This leader is involved in high-level, strategic decision-making across multiple teams. They analyze complex data sets, predict trends, and make decisions that align with the organization’s strategic goals. They also guide others on their teams to develop strategic thinking and decision-making skills. Manage Work and Teams: This leader is responsible for coordination between teams, aligning team objectives with organizational strategy, and ensuring resource allocation is optimized across teams. They also mentor other team leaders to enhance their management skills. Grow Self and Others: This leader is involved in planning and implementing development strategies across multiple teams or departments. They ensure alignment between individual growth and organizational goals, and they develop programs that address the needs of diverse groups within the organization. Build a Culture of Trust:  This Leader strategically promotes trust and psychological safety across broader groups, implementing policies and practices that support these values and modeling them in every leadership action. Communicate Deliberately: This leader is responsible for communicating complex ideas and strategies across multiple teams or departments. They develop and deliver messages that align with organizational goals, ensuring that their communication strategies enhance team alignment and strategic execution. 

 

Additional Skills:

Ability to represent IDEA and communicate IDEA’s vision with external audiencesWell-honed skill in crafting resources and presentations for multiple internal and external audiencesKnowledge of federal and state regulations as they relate to charter schools as well as the structures of local education governing bodies Extensive experience with project development, management, and evaluationCapacity to influence senior leadersAbility to foster relationships with partners from charter organizations and advocacy groupsSkills in effective adult learning, facilitation, and trainingData-driven decision making with the ability to structure ambiguity into actionable plansDemonstrated understanding of the functions, processes, and challenges of managing schoolsExperience with the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) 

 

Required experience:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in applicable field preferred Experience: 10+ years of full-time professional experience required; 3+ years of full-time people management required; experience managing managers preferred Experience in public education, charter schools, preferredExperience with project management and designing programs on robust platforms (i.e., Wrike) preferred 

 

Physical Requirements:

This is a sedentary position 

 

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $131,000 and $158,500, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

 

 

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

 

* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

 

 

Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

 

 

Learn more about IDEA 

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.  Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values

 

 

 

 

IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.