Jobloria
Executive Director
Texas Association of School Administrators
Location : Fort Worth, TX, 76102
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $117,081 - $141,063
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
| Name: | Fort Worth ISD Talent Management Talent Aquisition |
| Email: | teachfortworth@fwisd.org |
| Address: | 100 North University Drive |
| City: | Fort Worth |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 76107 |
| Phone: | (817) 814-2750 |
| Fax: | (817) 814-1905 |
| Region: | 11 |
| School District/Employer: | Fort Worth ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office, |
| Position: | Executive Director, |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Executive Director – Procurement Services |
| School: | |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 9/24/2025 |
| Deadline: | 2025-10-08 |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Position Purpose Serve as the principal public procurement official for the District, responsible for procurement of all goods and services, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Aligning with the District’s priorities, performs professional work in the planning, organization, development, and coordination of the procurement, travel, and mailroom activities for the District. Responsibilities include providing support and advice to stakeholders involving the contracted services, consultants, equipment, supplies, construction, and other applicable activities. Supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and clerical staff engaged in procurement activity. This position manages procurement, travel, p-card, and mailroom operations for the District. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Oversees the timely purchase of all goods, services, and travel needed for the District, while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, policies, and procedures. Maintain the integrity of the District’s procurement process through competitive solicitations, cooperative purchases, informal quotations, and negotiations following established district criteria and in compliance applicable federal, state and local laws, policies, and procedures. Review, recommend, develop, and maintain policies and procedures regarding the procurement of goods and services for the District in order to improve upon and standardize processes. Ensure procurement practices are consistent, open, and designed to encourage maximum competition and the best value to the District. Establish standard terms and conditions for use in competitive solicitations, contracts, and purchase orders, and other formal procurement documents. Assist in the preparation, issuance, evaluation, and recommendation of award of a contract for complex solicitations through established District guidelines. Effectively communicate and train on procurement, travel, mailroom, and p-card policies and procedures to District personnel and interpret policies and procedures as necessary. Support the District’s financial integrity by responding to internal and external audit requests in a timely manner. Maintain open communication with the vendor community to provide an understanding of the District’s procurement practices to maintain vendor confidence, including small business vendor outreach events. Direct vendor management, to include maintaining current vendor bid lists for solicitation notification and suspending/debarring vendors for cause from consideration of award of contracts. Prepare or direct the preparation of reports which accurately represent the department’s activities. Review all purchases to be presented to the Board of Education for approval to ensure compliance and promote stakeholder trust. Oversee the facilitation of contracts and handles adjustments with suppliers, including replacement of material not conforming to specifications, cancellation of orders, and vendor performance guidelines. Oversee the management and control of the District’s mailroom operations, including timely sorting and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail/parcels from couriers and District locations, ensuring mailroom staff and processes are current with USPS mailing requirements regarding postage rates, pre-sort, bulk rate and special permits. Approve of mailroom operation equipment purchases/leases. Oversee the implementation, management, and control of the District’s travel and p-card programs to include, accounting and auditing standards, customer service level expectations, and workflow processes. Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable accounting records. Safety Ensures staff follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing: operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Ensures staff corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Supervisory Responsibilities Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff, and makes recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Delegate authority and assign work to subordinate staff commensurate with their qualifications and existing workload. Review the work of staff to ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Personal Work Relationships All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals. Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct, and work ethic. Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer. Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations. Other Duties as Assigned Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental procurement. Knowledge of business practices related to procurement. Knowledge of state, federal, and local policies and procedures governing public procurement. Knowledge of contract law. Knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, organization, budget preparation, personnel management, supervision, training and development, financial administration, and public relations. Knowledge of the Texas Education Agency standards for financial accountability. Knowledge of Uniform Administrative Requirements for Federal Awards, Procurement Standards Knowledge of Texas Department of Agriculture and USDA procurement standards. Skill in program management, evaluation, program planning, program development, implementation, and evaluation. Skill in problem solving and the implementation of effective solutions. Skill in public relations, organizational development, communications, and interpersonal relations. Skill in complex problem solving; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Skill in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Skill in researching and assisting in the development of highly complex specifications, solicitations, and contract documents. Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data. Ability to use information system technology (financial, bidding) to enhance procurement practices. Ability to develop effective and cooperative working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Ability to use appropriate judgement and initiative in making recommendations and resolving problems that are highly complex and sensitive in nature. Ability to negotiate contracts for the purchase of goods and services. Ability to make difficult decisions and award contracts impartially and objectively. Ability to handle confidential information with absolute discretion. Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms. Ability to work with others under pressure and adhere to tight timelines. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals. Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours. Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions. |
| Qualifications: | Minimum Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, business law, procurement, or a related field required Master’s degree from and accredited college or university in business, public administration, business law, procurement, or a related field preferred Certification/License: Certified Public Procurement Officer or Texas Association of School Business Official Certification required. Experience: 6-8 years of supervisory experience in public procurement and contract management |
| Salary Range: | $117,081 - $141,063 |
| Benefits: | https://www.fwisd.org/departments/benefits |
| How To Apply: | https://www.applitrack.com/fortworth/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?AppliTrackJobId=7069&FromAdmin=True |
Region:
School District/Employer:
District Category/Employer:
Position:
Assignment Level:
Job Title:
School:
Campus Description:
Date Posted:
Deadline:
Openings:
Commitment:
Description/Notes:
Serve as the principal public procurement official for the District, responsible for procurement of all goods and services, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Aligning with the District’s priorities, performs professional work in the planning, organization, development, and coordination of the procurement, travel, and mailroom activities for the District.
Responsibilities include providing support and advice to stakeholders involving the contracted services, consultants, equipment, supplies, construction, and other applicable activities. Supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and clerical staff engaged in procurement activity.
This position manages procurement, travel, p-card, and mailroom operations for the District.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Oversees the timely purchase of all goods, services, and travel needed for the District, while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, policies, and procedures.
Maintain the integrity of the District’s procurement process through competitive solicitations, cooperative purchases, informal quotations, and negotiations following established district criteria and in compliance applicable federal, state and local laws, policies, and procedures.
Review, recommend, develop, and maintain policies and procedures regarding the procurement of goods and services for the District in order to improve upon and standardize processes.
Ensure procurement practices are consistent, open, and designed to encourage maximum competition and the best value to the District.
Establish standard terms and conditions for use in competitive solicitations, contracts, and purchase orders, and other formal procurement documents.
Assist in the preparation, issuance, evaluation, and recommendation of award of a contract for complex solicitations through established District guidelines.
Effectively communicate and train on procurement, travel, mailroom, and p-card policies and procedures to District personnel and interpret policies and procedures as necessary.
Support the District’s financial integrity by responding to internal and external audit requests in a timely manner.
Maintain open communication with the vendor community to provide an understanding of the District’s procurement practices to maintain vendor confidence, including small business vendor outreach events.
Direct vendor management, to include maintaining current vendor bid lists for solicitation notification and suspending/debarring vendors for cause from consideration of award of contracts.
Prepare or direct the preparation of reports which accurately represent the department’s activities.
Review all purchases to be presented to the Board of Education for approval to ensure compliance and promote stakeholder trust.
Oversee the facilitation of contracts and handles adjustments with suppliers, including replacement of material not conforming to specifications, cancellation of orders, and vendor performance guidelines.
Oversee the management and control of the District’s mailroom operations, including timely sorting and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail/parcels from couriers and District locations, ensuring mailroom staff and processes are current with USPS mailing requirements regarding postage rates, pre-sort, bulk rate and special permits.
Approve of mailroom operation equipment purchases/leases.
Oversee the implementation, management, and control of the District’s travel and p-card programs to include, accounting and auditing standards, customer service level expectations, and workflow processes.
Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable accounting records.
Safety
Ensures staff follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing: operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
Ensures staff corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff, and makes recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Delegate authority and assign work to subordinate staff commensurate with their qualifications and existing workload.
Review the work of staff to ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
Personal Work Relationships
All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct, and work ethic.
Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.
Other Duties as Assigned
Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental procurement.
Knowledge of business practices related to procurement.
Knowledge of state, federal, and local policies and procedures governing public procurement.
Knowledge of contract law.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, organization, budget preparation, personnel management, supervision, training and development, financial administration, and public relations.
Knowledge of the Texas Education Agency standards for financial accountability.
Knowledge of Uniform Administrative Requirements for Federal Awards, Procurement Standards
Knowledge of Texas Department of Agriculture and USDA procurement standards.
Skill in program management, evaluation, program planning, program development, implementation, and evaluation.
Skill in problem solving and the implementation of effective solutions.
Skill in public relations, organizational development, communications, and interpersonal relations.
Skill in complex problem solving; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Skill in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Skill in researching and assisting in the development of highly complex specifications, solicitations, and contract documents.
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data.
Ability to use information system technology (financial, bidding) to enhance procurement practices.
Ability to develop effective and cooperative working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to use appropriate judgement and initiative in making recommendations and resolving problems that are highly complex and sensitive in nature.
Ability to negotiate contracts for the purchase of goods and services.
Ability to make difficult decisions and award contracts impartially and objectively.
Ability to handle confidential information with absolute discretion.
Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
Ability to work with others under pressure and adhere to tight timelines.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
Qualifications:
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, business law, procurement, or a related field required
Master’s degree from and accredited college or university in business, public administration, business law, procurement, or a related field preferred
Certification/License:
Certified Public Procurement Officer or Texas Association of School Business Official Certification required.
Experience:
6-8 years of supervisory experience in public procurement and contract management
Salary Range:
Benefits:
How To Apply:
Contact Person:Fort Worth ISD Talent Management Talent Aquisitionteachfortworth@fwisd.org100 North University DriveFort WorthTX76107(817) 814-2750(817) 814-1905Name:
Email:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Phone:
Fax:
Freqently Asked Questions
Holding a Certified Public Procurement Officer or Texas Association of School Business Officials certification greatly enhances credibility and knowledge for procurement leadership roles in Fort Worth, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while addressing local district needs.
Unlike corporate executives, this Executive Director focuses on public sector procurement, emphasizing legal adherence, competitive bidding, and community vendor engagement within educational institutions, requiring specialized knowledge of government procurement standards and local school district priorities.
Effective Executive Directors demonstrate strategic decision-making, robust communication skills, and the ability to manage complex contracts while fostering teamwork and supplier relationships, all critical for navigating public sector procurement regulations and organizational goals.
Yes, balancing strict compliance with federal and state laws, coordinating multi-departmental travel and purchase card programs, and maintaining transparent vendor relationships are unique challenges requiring meticulous oversight and adaptability.
Candidates should anticipate a collaborative environment prioritizing cultural competence, professionalism, and community engagement, alongside adherence to rigorous procurement policies supporting the district’s educational mission.
Fort Worth’s education sector sees moderate competition for such strategic leadership roles, with preference for candidates possessing both extensive procurement experience and recognized professional certifications to meet evolving district demands.
This role directly shapes vendor relationships by overseeing bid lists, conducting outreach to small businesses, and ensuring impartial contract awards, which strengthens vendor confidence and promotes best value procurement practices.
Salaries typically range from $117,081 to $141,063 annually, reflecting the role’s supervisory responsibilities, required certifications, and the complexity of managing procurement, travel, and mailroom operations within a large public school district.
Procurement executives primarily manage purchasing processes, ensure legal compliance, supervise specialized staff, and coordinate travel and mailroom services, which differs from broader executive roles that may focus more on strategic planning or financial oversight.
The association aligns procurement efforts with district goals by developing standardized policies, promoting transparency in solicitations, and fostering vendor partnerships, ensuring services and supplies support educational excellence across Fort Worth ISD.
Find The Related Jobs
Convergint Technologies
Account Executive
Houston, TX
Convergint Technologies
Account Executive
Waco, TX
Convergint Technologies
Service Account Executive
Houston, TX
Convergint Technologies
Account Executive Security
Lubbock, TX
Great Lakes Truck Driving School
Executive Assistant
Houston, TX
Parkland Careers
Program Manager Health Economics Value-Based Care
Dallas, TX
Popular Searches for Executive Director