Chief Talent Officer

Location:
Fully remote within Texas (preference for candidates living in or willing to relocate to one of our seven Texas regions: Austin, Dallas–Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin, Rio Grande Valley, and San Antonio)

Travel:
Up to 30% annually (many weeks with no travel required)

About the Role

IDEA Public Schools seeks a
Chief Talent Officer (CTO)
to design and lead our national human capital strategy building the systems, culture, and leadership pipelines that enable every scholar to achieve excellence.

Reporting to the President and serving as a key member of the Executive Team, the CTO oversees IDEA's comprehensive Talent Engine for 10,000+ employees, including the divisions of
Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Staff Experience, Human Resources, and Compensation & Benefits
.

As a forward-thinking and people-centered leader, the CTO ensures IDEA remains a destination for the best educators and staff in the nation. Cultivating a workplace where belonging, growth, and excellence thrive. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with operational discipline, balancing compliance and risk management with innovation and a belief that with the right systems, coaching, and support, anyone can become an exceptional teacher or leader.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The CTO leads a six-person senior leadership team:

• Vice President, Talent Acquisition
• Vice President, Human Resources
• Vice President, Compensation & Benefits
• Vice President, Staff Experience
• Chief of Staff
• Director, HR Quality Assurance

What You'll Do

As the Chief Talent Officer, you will:

• Develop and execute a bold, organization-wide
  Talent Strategy
  aligned with IDEA's mission, core values, and long-term goals.
• Lead large-scale
  recruitment, development, and retention
  strategies to attract, grow, and retain top educators and leaders.
• Oversee
  Human Resources operations
  , ensuring compliance, fairness, and high-quality service delivery across multiple states.
• Drive innovation in
  compensation, benefits, and HR systems
  to ensure sustainability, competitiveness, and a best-in-class employee experience.
• Champion a culture of
  engagement, belonging, and continuous growth
  , ensuring IDEA remains a "Best Place to Work."
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the
  President and Executive Team
  , aligning talent priorities with organizational growth and scholar outcomes.

What You Bring

• Proven success leading comprehensive
  Talent or HR functions
  in large, multi-state organizations (5,000+ employees).
• Deep knowledge of
  HR compliance, labor law, and talent strategy
  at scale.
• Expertise in
  change management, organizational design, and stakeholder alignment
  .
• Ability to design and improve systems that drive efficiency, equity, and engagement.
• Experience integrating
  AI-powered tools and data systems
  into talent management.
• A belief that with the right systems, coaching, and support—anyone can become an exceptional educator or leader.

Required Education And Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree required
• Experience: Minimum 10 years in talent and/or human resources, with significant managerial or supervisory experience

Preferred Education And Experience

• Education: Master's degree in education or business administration preferred.
• License or Certification: SPHR, SHRM, or equivalent certifications preferred

Application Process

To be considered for the role you will need to officially 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.

Compensation

Salary for this role is commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications, in alignment with internal equity. The role is also eligible for performance pay tied to organizational outcomes.

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

Why IDEA

At IDEA Public Schools, we believe
talent is the most powerful driver of student success.
As Chief Talent Officer, you'll lead one of the nation's most ambitious and mission-driven talent organizations. Empowering thousands of educators and staff to help all scholars succeed.

Apply today