Instructional Technology Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

Provide strong assistance in the efficient operation of the District Information and Instructional Technology Departments and all areas related to District computer and/or networks and related systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Manage and maintain the IIT support request software and related tickets.
2. Coordinate/supervise Computer Technicians and Building Level Technology Assistants (BLTA) to prioritize and complete work orders
3. Setup and installation of new hardware and software.
4. Setup and configure printers and scanners.
5. Maintain and repair computers and peripheral equipment.
6. Provide limited amount of technical support for various software packages used throughout the District, including but not limited to student tracking, cafeteria and library systems.
7. Assist in evaluation of software packages.
8. Provide technical support on networks at building sites as necessary.
9. Assist with IIT inventories and fixed asset tags.
10. Provide support with District assigned user names and passwords.
11. Work with vendors providing technical services to the District.
12. Additional duties as assigned by the Administration.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position requires supervisory responsibilities of Computer Technicians, BLTAs and vendors.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Associate’s degree in related field preferred
2. Must have demonstrated experience working with various software applications, databases and related management programs.
3. Knowledge of computer systems, networks, databases, and related software/hardware.
4. Preference will be provided to candidates with at least three (3) years of experience in a school setting or related technical field.
5. Associate’s degree in related field required prior to any track advancement on the salary schedule

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

1. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all aspects of the school community is required.
2. Ability to solve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and remain open to various ideas and viewpoints is required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
2. Ability to use and teach mathematics commensurate with assigned position.

REASONING ABILITY:

1. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while complying with established policies and procedures of the building and district.
2. Identifies and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
3. Ability to concentrate, think, read and learn is necessary to perform the essential job duties.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
2. Desire to learn advanced applications and troubleshooting.
3. Demonstrated organization ability.
4. Knowledge of student management, financial accounting, and other programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, talk, listen, and respond. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee will regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors. Occasionally, the employee may lift up to 50 pounds, such as, to lift files, papers, and equipment. The foregoing is not an exclusive list and the employee may be required to exceed the minimum physical demand specifications should the safety and security of students and staff be compromised.

The above physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually at a moderate to loud level with frequent interruptions. The employee continuously interacts with students, staff and the public. Travel may be necessary to various District buildings and/or other sites. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

The information contained in job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.