Six communities. Four school districts. One connected region.

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Careers at EHCEC

Build what comes next for East Harris County.

Bring your ideas, ownership, and care to work that moves a whole region forward.

EHCEC colleagues at an outdoor team retreat

Shared purpose. Room to grow. People beside you.

Life at EHCEC

Good work. Great company.

Out in the community. Away on retreat. Together for the moments in between.
A little friendly competition.
Time to try something new.
Better together.
Room for a little fun.

The work is real. So is the responsibility.

A career with a place. A mission with a future.

Talent is everywhere. Access isn’t. We build the partnerships and pathways that bring opportunity within reach. Bring your ideas. Solve real problems. See your work make a difference.
EHCEC colleagues connecting with neighbors at a community resource table
OPPORTUNITY, IN PERSON.Be part of what moves us forward.

How we work

Bring your best. Grow with us.

Meaningful responsibility. The support to meet it.

Own it.

Take the lead and follow through, with meaningful responsibility and room to grow.

Stay curious.

Welcome feedback and new ideas. We bring coaching, tools, and training.

Find a way.

Use sound judgment as priorities shift. Ask for support and keep moving.

Win together.

Share credit. Help a teammate. Celebrate the progress you make together.

The day-to-day

Make things happen.

Projects move. Plans change. You’ll balance priorities, solve problems, and stay connected to the people behind the work.
Community members and partners together at a holiday event

Find the focus.

Keep reports and deadlines moving as new needs emerge.

Stay connected.

Communicate early with partners and teammates when plans change.

Follow through.

Take ownership, ask for support, and help the team deliver.

The people beside you

Good work starts with good people.

We share ideas, celebrate progress, and make time to connect beyond the work. Meet our team
Annual retreats. Shared experiences.
Making time to connect.

The Candidate Reality Guide

Know before you apply.

A clear look at the work, the pace, and what we expect.

Own your priorities.Most team members manage multiple grants and 5–10 projects. Organize your work, communicate early, and follow through.
Build through change.Expect to test ideas and make decisions without a complete playbook. Stay curious, ask for help, and learn from feedback.
Learn the tools.Monday.com, dashboards, CRM tools, and AI support our work. We provide training; you bring a willingness to learn.
Show up for the region.Expect in-person collaboration, community meetings, and local travel. Major events can mean extra effort and late nights.
Move forward together.Share credit, help colleagues, and raise issues early. Expect coaching, support, and room to grow.

Love taking ownership? You may find your next chapter here.

What we offer

Live well. Keep growing.

Health coverage

Medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.

Retirement savings

401(k) with up to 5% dollar-for-dollar matching.

Time to recharge

240+ hours of annual PTO. 8 paid federal holidays. Winter break, Dec. 24–Jan. 1.

Professional development

Personal growth plans, a weeklong annual leadership experience, and yearly learning stipends.

Disability coverage

Short- and long-term support during recovery.

Life and AD&D

Life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage for added peace of mind.

Employee assistance

Confidential counseling for life and work.

Team connection

Annual retreats. Quarterly team experiences.

Your next chapter

Bring your talent. Build lasting opportunity.

Explore current openings and find where your contribution can begin. Explore open positions

Equal opportunity

East Harris County Empowerment Council provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.