District Support Specialist; Education Specialist V

MISSION

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public‑school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.

• We are Determined:
  We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
• We are People‑Centered:
  We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
• We are Learners:
  We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
• We are Servant Leaders:
  Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.

New hires, re‑hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role.

The maximum salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.

Texas Strategic Leadership (TSL) is the programmatic support to coach superintendents and their leadership teams through identifying, planning, and implementing systems and best practices to achieve their envisioned student experience and ambitious student outcomes. TSL has a foundational landscape analysis support grounded in the Effective District Framework as well as a strong emphasis on data‑driven strategic planning and performance management.

The District Support Specialist role involves high‑profile interactions and relationship‑building with ESC leadership, district superintendents, their leadership teams, and, at times, district board members. It entails significant engagement with both internal TEA teams and external stakeholders to ensure that the content and support provided incorporate our strongest content expertise and field feedback.

This role sits within TEA’s Division of District Strategic Leadership, which includes the District Leadership Supports Team, the Superintendent and Board Development Team, and the Leadership Development Programming Team. Together, these teams support superintendents, boards, districts, and campuses across Texas with strategic planning, performance management, and the utilization of research‑based best practices.

This role requires seasonal presence in Austin for trainings, conferences, division‑related events, and other dates as needed.

Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

Please note that a resume and short answer responses are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.