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   Education Service Center Region 15.

  • Education Specialist (Texas Strategic Staffing)

    Location: Education Service Center Region 15 San Angelo, TX
    Reports To: Deputy Director
    Months: 12 Months
    FLSA Status: Position may be filled as Full-Time or Hourly
    Position Open Until Filled

    Position Purpose: 
    This position reports to the Deputy Director and is responsible for providing technical assistance, coaching, and professional learning support to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) in the implementation of strategic leadership and staffing initiatives aligned with Texas Education Agency (TEA) priorities.

    Major Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical assistance and coaching to LEAs in the implementation of state staffing initiatives, strategic leadership practices, and educator workforce requirements.
  • Support district and campus leaders in developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive staffing plans aligned with Texas Education Agency (TEA) priorities and state accountability expectations.
  • Analyze staffing, certification, retention, and recruitment data to identify trends, needs, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Assist LEAs in meeting state and federal requirements related to educator certification, assignment compliance, teacher recruitment, retention, and workforce development.
  • Facilitate professional learning opportunities, workshops, webinars, and coaching sessions for district and campus administrators on strategic staffing and leadership best practices.
  • Collaborate with TEA staff, ESC personnel, and LEA leadership teams to ensure consistent implementation of statewide initiatives and grant requirements.
  • Guide districts in developing sustainable leadership pipelines, succession planning processes, and talent management systems.
  • Monitor project goals, deliverables, timelines, and performance measures to ensure compliance with program expectations and funding requirements.
  • Develop and maintain resources, tools, guidance documents, and training materials to support LEA implementation efforts.
  • Conduct on-site and virtual consultations with district and campus leadership teams to assess needs, provide recommendations, and support continuous improvement planning.
  • Assist districts in interpreting and implementing state statutes, administrative rules, commissioner guidance, and TEA program requirements related to educator effectiveness and staffing.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with superintendents, human resource directors, principals, teacher leaders, and other stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports, documentation, and program evaluations required by TEA, ESC leadership, and funding agencies.
  • Participate in statewide meetings, professional development activities, communities of practice, and cross-functional workgroups.
  • Travel within the ESC region and across Texas, as required, to provide direct support to LEAs and participate in statewide initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission, goals, and strategic priorities of the Education Service Center and the Texas Education Agency.
  • Other duties as assigned by Deputy or Executive Director.

  • Experience: Five (5) years of related work related experience

  • More Information:
  • Laura Strube, Deputy Director 
  • laura.strube@esc15.net
  • Data Services Coordinator

    Location: Education Service Center Region 15 - San Angelo, Tx
    Reports To: Deputy Director
    FLSA Status: Exempt
    Calendar: 12 Months/234 Days
    **Open Until Filled**

    Position Summary:
    The Data Services Coordinator reports directly to the Deputy Director and provides high-quality leadership, training, technical assistance. and support to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) throughout ESC Region 15 utilizing the Texas Enterprise Information System (ASCENDER). This position coordinates district data collection, validation, reporting, and compliance activities related to the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS), Texas Student Data System (TSDS), Texas Education Data Standards (TEDS), and related state reporting systems.   The Coordinator serves as a regional resource for LEAs by providing expertise in student information systems. financial applications, state reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance while ensuring districts receive timely support, training, and guidance.  

    Major Duties & Responsibilities:
    PEIMS, TSDS, and State Reporting
    Serve as the regional coordinator for PEIMS and related state reporting functions.
    Coordinate the collection. validation, correction, and submission of district data to meet TEA reporting requirements and deadlines.
    Serve as TCC Manager for Region 15.
    Serve as Exchange Ambassador for Region 15.
    Provide guidance and support to districts to ensure accurate, complete, and timely submissions.
    Maintain current knowledge of state reporting requirements and communicate updates to LEAs.  

    ASCENDER Software Support          
    Serve as a primary resource for ASCENDER Student and Financial applications.                   
    Coordinate implementation, testing, and deployment of software updates and releases.
    Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting support for software-related issues.
    Work with programming staff and vendors to address system enhancements and problem resolution.  

    TREx and Related Systems Support

    Coordinate support for TREx, TEAL, Unique ID, TEDS, TSDS, and other TEA systems.
    Assist districts with data transfers, system access, reporting requirements, and compliance processes.  

    Fiscal and Regulatory Compliance

    Support districts in understanding and implementing financial and reporting requirements related to GAAP. FASRG. EDGAR, and other applicable regulations.
    Assist in monitoring compliance with reporting timelines and regulatory requirements.
    Support fiscal accountability and efficient use of resources through accurate reporting and data management practices.  

    Professional Responsibilities
    Supervise Data Services Staff
    Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
    Demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning.
    Foster positive relationships with LEAs, ESC staff, and stakeholders through exceptional customer service.
    Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Director and/or Executive Director.

    Education/Certification:
    Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, Accounting, Education, or Related Field (preferred)

    Special Knowledge/Skills:
    Extensive knowledge of PEIMS, TSDS, TEDS, ASCENDER Student and Financial applications, TREx, Texas Exchange and related TEA systems.
    Knowledge of GAAP, FASRG, EDGAR, Student Attendance Accounting requirements, and Texas public school reporting processes.
    Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
    Ability to provide effective training and technical assistance to diverse audiences.
    Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.

    Experience: 
    Five (5) years school district work experience or acceptable work experience