District Technology Specialist

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Job Summary

Deliver access to technology-related tools appropriate for staff, student, and public use. Design, deploy, monitor, and administer the District's intranet, internet, infrastructure, and network applications. Facilitate appropriate professional training to/for district staff.

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
• 2-year associate training or 5 years related work experience
• Industry standard certification/s in networking a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with staff, students, and public
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong working knowledge (experience) of operating systems such as Apple, Windows, Microsoft, ChromeOS, and Linux
• Familiar with typical TCP/IP client-server applications i.e., ping, nslookup, telnet, ftp, tftp, smtp, etc.
• Solid background in monitoring of logs, configuration, management, and maintenance on network servers, firewalls, filters, routers, and switches using Graphical User Interface (GUI) and/or Command Line Interface (CLI)
• Knowledge and ability to use components of common software packages i.e., Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
• Must routinely carry equipment ranging from 20 to 60 lbs. in weight

• Proactively monitor and maintain systems to prevent down time
• Implement and monitor security measures against intrusions and unauthorized access to network resources
• Select and recommend equipment and/or software purchases
• Assist in monitoring and enforcing software license issues
• Be familiar with all network/workstation-related operations to provide backup support as necessary
• Provide training and support appropriate for building technology coordinator, assistants, and staff
• Be willing to represent district at regional/state technology-related conferences and meetings
• Remain current through research and/or training on applicable technologies as they evolve
• Documentation, files, reports, and/or correspondence created are clear, complete and accurate
• Effectively identify training needs and seek appropriate resources and opportunities for skill development
• Keep records or logbooks on equipment, such as inventories and maintenance records, system usage, and repair parts
• Observe and identify current or potential problems within technology systems

III. REPORTS TO: District Technology Director

IV. SALARY: To be determined based on experience.