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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Specialist, Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) - **Company:** EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER, REGION 20 [ESC-20] - **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $60,264.0 - $67,812.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Admin Tools, Macintosh Computers, Spreadsheets, Cloud Computing, Databases, Desktop Computing, Text Processing, Web Browsers, Presentation Programs, Peripherals - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=50215fae2c2e0859 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technical Proficiency?, Do you have a Associate's degree?, * Associate's degree required from an accredited university; major in education preferred. * Three years of relevant experience required. * Experience with data collections and reporting preferred. * Experience with Canvas administrative software preferred. Skills/Abilities * Demonstrated ability to organize time and workloads efficiently to meet deadlines. * Demonstrated strong customer service orientation. * Proficiency with standard functions within applications such as Microsoft 365/Google, (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software), e-mail, web browsers, and databases. * Proficiency with computers (PCs and/or MACs) to include file and desktop management and operations and working in a cloud-based and/or networked environment. * Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, knowledge, and record of success. ## Description JOB SUMMARY: Provide clients with high quality support for state initiatives and Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas (LIFT) Component Program areas, including: telephone, electronic, or walk-in assistance and training assistance. Assist the LIFT Component including: scheduling, tracking, reporting information, and marketing for professional development services and LIFT products. Provide multifaceted administrative support for meetings across the region., * Respond to all client telephone calls and take prompt and appropriate action. * Ensure that requests for services are promptly handled and that proper output and information is delivered. * Assist and facilitate with and/or conduct LIFT training. * Act as first line of problem-solving LIFT state initiatives and related activities. * Provide technical support to clients in the program areas of the LIFT Component. * Serve as a resource in identifying client or data problems and suggest corrective measures. * Follow up with Texas Education Agency (TEA) on all requests for TEAL accounts in a professional and timely manner. * Assist in the printing, preparation, and mailing of workshop materials, correspondence, and LIFT updates to clients. * Make arrangements for conferences, meetings, webinars, and workshops. * Assist the ESC-20 LIFT team as required to provide high quality services and products to clients. * Work in tandem with Educational Consultants to provide high quality services and products to clients. INITIATIVE * Demonstrate initiative, persistence, and a proactive approach to assigned responsibilities. * Demonstrate the use of sound judgement and ingenuity in problem solving to meet the needs of the Center and clients served. * Seek, participate, and engage in job-related learning and development experiences that provide professional growth. * Remain current with industry standards, developments, and applicable laws/regulations; implement accordingly. * Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to new situations and assignments. * Set challenging goals and reach a high standard of performance despite barriers encountered. * Perform duties with awareness of broader organizational impact, ensuring actions and decisions support department and organizational success. * Promote and support continuous improvement and organizational change. * Work under minimal supervision. COMMUNICATION/HUMAN RELATIONS * Model the Principles of Public Service (Policy AD LOCAL). * Communicate in a timely and effective manner and interact professionally. * Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients, maintaining regular interaction to meet shared outcomes. * Demonstrate self-confidence, professionalism, and a high level of customer service skills (e.g., courtesy, patience, diplomacy, etc.) at all times and, in particular, when under stressful or unprecedented situations while working with colleagues and clients. * Demonstrate professional-level written and oral communication skills. * Work collaboratively in a team setting. * Keep supervisors informed. * Regularly handle and maintain confidentiality of sensitive communications and information at all times., * Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer, peripherals, copy machine, phone, etc. * Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional standing, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. * Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. * Lifting: Light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting/carrying (15-50 pounds). * Environment: This role primarily operates in an in-person, dynamic office setting, characterized by frequent verbal communication, movement, and collaboration among team members (small to large in-person gatherings/meetings); exposure to low or intense illumination; exposure to office equipment noise; may work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional travel; and, occasional remote work (after pre-determined length of employment). * Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS * Champion and model the Center's Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Service Standards. * Function within the policies and procedures of ESC-20. * Accept other responsibilities as assigned. * Dress and groom appropriately for the ESC-20 work setting. * Travel independently to fulfill responsibilities of the position. * Maintain regular and reliable attendance, majority in-person/onsite. * Serve at the will of the Executive Director. ## Related Videos - [Transforming Education: A Journey from interactive Markdown to Remote-Labs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/941-transforming-education-a-journey-from-interactive-markdown-to-remote-labs) - [How building with AI can double the throughput of your engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100238-how-building-with-ai-can-double-the-throughput-of-your-engineering-team) - [Building a Cross-Platform BLE Client with Kotlin Multiplatform and Kable](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100250-building-a-cross-platform-ble-client-with-kotlin-multiplatform-and-kable) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) - [API Platform: From Rest & GraphQL APIs to state-of-the-art standards in seconds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1968-api-platform-from-rest-graphql-apis-to-state-of-the-art-standards-in-seconds) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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