Manager, EC-Policy

Position Overview

The Commit Partnership, the largest regional educational back bone organization in the country with more than 70 employees and an annual operating budget exceeding $40 million, is seeking a passionate, strategic, and policy-driven team member to serve as Manager of Early Childhood Education-12th Grade (EC-12) Policy.

Under the general supervision of the Director of EC-12 Policy, the Manager will work to improve educational outcomes across the early childhood through high school continuum by advancing strategic investments in policies that improve student outcomes, facilitating cross-sector collaboration, and helping shape the state’s educational landscape through thoughtful engagement.

The Manager will play a pivotal role in executing Commit’s EC–12 policy strategy, most notably within the foundational years (ages 3-8), by leading legislative communication, engaging state agencies on rule making, and coordinating policy coalitions.

This role is ideal for a mid-career professional with at least 2+ years of direct experience in public policy, advocacy, or government relations, preferably in Texas, who is eager to translate local and regional insights into lasting statewide impact.

Salary Range

$80,000 - $94,500

• Monitor and analyze relevant EC–12 education legislation, with an emphasis on early childhood and elementary policy issues.
• Lead development of clear, persuasive policy briefs, testimony, and legislative updates.
• Build and maintain constructive relationships with legislative staff and key committee members.

• Track relevant state agency rule making processes that impact EC–12 education.
• Support input during public comment periods and serve as liaison with agency staff to communicate stakeholder insights and recommendations.
• Support Commit’s engagement in state work groups and advisory committees, when applicable.

• Lead coordination and facilitation of the Invest Ed Tx  public education coalition, including agenda setting, partner communications, and shared policy platform development.
• Cultivate trusted relationships with a diverse set of practitioner stakeholders across the state.
• Align coalition efforts with Commit’s broader advocacy campaigns, ensuring a coherent, strategic push for student-centered policy reforms.

• Stay informed on state and national trends in early childhood education, educator workforce issues, assessment and accountability, curriculum and instruction, and other areas impacting student outcomes.
• Collaborate with Commit team members working directly with school systems to identify potential policy solutions and support their work with policy expertise. Translate complex policy concepts into actionable recommendations for feedback from Commit team members and external audiences.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree required
• At least 2+ years of experience in public policy, government relations, or advocacy.

• A track record of successful engagement with elected officials and staff and/or state agencies.
• Experience coordinating coalitions or stakeholder groups across diverse sectors.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), especially when translating research and data into advocacy messaging.
• Familiarity with Texas’ public education landscape, key performance metrics, and policy levers that influence EC–12 outcomes.
• A student-centered approach and a commitment to inclusive stakeholder engagement.
• Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Passion for Commit’s mission and the role education plays in economic mobility.

• 3–5+ years of experience in legislative advocacy, education policy, or nonprofit/government relations
• Prior experience working in or with Texas state agencies, legislative offices, or school districts
• Proficiency in using policy analysis tools, stakeholder management systems, or legislative tracking software
• Experience synthesizing data for…