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Help Desk Support Specialist

StaffingAI
Austin, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
Help Desk Support Specialist (CIRA / TAC)
 
About the Role
The County Information Resources Agency (CIRA), a division of the Texas Association of Counties (TAC), is seeking a Help Desk Support Specialist to provide essential technical and customer support to our external customers.
In this role, you will serve as the front-line IT support, ensuring users have seamless access to email, web services, and other critical applications. You’ll work closely with customers to troubleshoot issues, manage Office 365 environments, and support a variety of web-based platforms.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, customer interaction, and working with modern cloud technologies in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide timely and professional technical support via phone, email, and help desk ticketing system
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to CIRA and TAC products and services
  • Log, track, and manage support tickets, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction
  • Escalate complex issues as needed and monitor progress through resolution
  • Administer and support Microsoft Office 365, with a focus on Exchange Online
  • Manage user accounts, including access provisioning, password resets, and login troubleshooting
  • Support customer website updates, including content postings and issue resolution
  • Assist with additional systems such as community message boards and learning management systems
  • Maintain accurate documentation of support activities and generate reports on trends and metrics
  • Contribute to knowledge base articles and user guides to promote self-service
  • Educate customers on effective use of systems and tools
  • Participate in special projects to improve service delivery and support processes

Qualifications
Required:
  • Minimum 1 year of help desk or IT support experience
  • Experience providing technical troubleshooting and customer support
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office 365 administration (Exchange Online preferred)
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
Preferred:
  • Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • OR High School diploma/GED with 3–5 years of relevant IT experience
  • Experience with:
    • Email troubleshooting (spam, DNS, mail flow)
    • Website content management
    • Learning management systems or similar platforms

Skills & Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
  • Professional and customer-focused communication style
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365)
  • Ability to analyze data and generate reports

Work Environment
  • Location: Austin, TX 
  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid (telework available)
  • Free: Parking 

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