What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computer Laboratory Specialist II position at Rochester Institute of Technology?
9971BR
Kate Gleason College of Engineering
KGCOE Computer Engineering
Job Summary
Job Responsibilities:
The Computer Laboratory Specialist II position is responsible for smooth functioning of all aspects of the teaching and research laboratories in the Computer Engineering Department. Manage and maintain the Computer Engineering Department's labs, lab equipment and computer systems and liaise with RIT Facilities Management and Information Technology Services as and when needed. Assist faculty and staff in their computer and hardware needs. Supervises the daily operations of laboratory facilities and research projects to maintain alignment with program strategic direction and curriculum goals. Facilitates laboratory risk planning and space management operations. Ensures Laboratory processes and operations are properly executed to maintain compliance and safety.
Responsibilities
Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of related experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The job requires using electrical power sources, live power outlets and physical fitness to carry equipment, supplies and computer hardware. The job requires physical ability for walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling and crawling occasionally for equipment installation, maintenance and removal. Candidate is required to be in sound sensory conditions such as hearing and eye-sight without known impairments that can affect the performance of essential functions in appendix.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
The Kate Gleason College of Engineering has established its reputation as preeminent in career-oriented engineering education with rapidly growing research. It offers bachelor degree programs in biomedical, chemical, computer, electrical, industrial, mechanical and microelectronic engineering and comprehensive, innovative graduate programs in a range of engineering disciplines. For more information, visit http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/.
The Department of Computer Engineering is known for its outstanding curricula, career-oriented education, and state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities. Talented, ambitious, and creative students have chosen Computer Engineering at RIT for stimulating experiential learning experiences. Faculty members are actively engaged in research, innovate teaching, partnerships with industry, and participate in cross-disciplinary Ph.D. programs in Engineering, Computing and Informaiton Sciences, Microsystems Engineering, Imaging Science, and Sustainability. For more information, visit http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/computerengineering.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of related experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The job requires using electrical power sources, live power outlets and physical fitness to carry equipment, supplies and computer hardware. The job requires physical ability for walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling and crawling occasionally for equipment installation, maintenance and removal. Candidate is required to be in sound sensory conditions such as hearing and eye-sight without known impairments that can affect the performance of essential functions in appendix.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Professional Area
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $45700 - $76500
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $45700
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $76500
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 45700
Hourly/Salary Maximum:76500
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Kate Gleason College of Engineering
KGCOE Computer Engineering
Job Summary
Job Responsibilities:
The Computer Laboratory Specialist II position is responsible for smooth functioning of all aspects of the teaching and research laboratories in the Computer Engineering Department. Manage and maintain the Computer Engineering Department's labs, lab equipment and computer systems and liaise with RIT Facilities Management and Information Technology Services as and when needed. Assist faculty and staff in their computer and hardware needs. Supervises the daily operations of laboratory facilities and research projects to maintain alignment with program strategic direction and curriculum goals. Facilitates laboratory risk planning and space management operations. Ensures Laboratory processes and operations are properly executed to maintain compliance and safety.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for maintaining PC Computers-- Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshoots and repairs pc computers and related equipment such as hard drives, memory, motherboards and processers.
- Responsible for maintaining Software on PC Computers-- Runs updates, upgrades and patches on Windows, Microsoft Office and antivirus software. Runs imaging software, print managing software. Maintains software licensing and renewals.
- Responsible for maintaining Computer Engineering Lab Equipment-- Maintains and upgrades electronic test equipment including but not limited to: oscilloscopes, function generators, logic analyzers and power supplies. Maintains and upgrades printers, copiers and their respective toners cartridges.
- Responsible for communicating with Vendors-- Organizes demonstration of equipment by vendors and is briefed on the latest technology. Maintains relationships to get optimal pricing. Arranges for trials on new advanced equipment. (osclliscopes, logic analyzers)
- Manages Student Workers-- Hires student workers. Supervises lab assistants. Coordinates teacher assistants, mentors and graders. Assigns hours according to work schedule. Assigns tasks to lab assistants, e.g. repairing lab equipment and tools. Manages and enters work hours for the students and staff into the payroll system.
- Assists in preparing and managing budgets for the laboratory, ensuring financial sustainability
- Researches New Equipment for Department Labs/Faculty-- Appraises new technology for computers such as processors, memory and peripherals. Aquires new testing boards such as freescale, Xilinx, and Digilent.
- Manages Access to Department-- Issues and accounts for department keys. Programs card swipe access to labs using On-Guard Cardswipe System. Organizes/manages department office and drawer keys.
- Outreach Activities-- Performs lab tours for prospective students. Coordinates project demos for open houses. Maintains project boards for College and Careers Days.
- Responsible for maintaining Positive Department Image-- Manages the appearance of the labs to reflect a positive image.
- Coordinates Interoffice Moves and Phone Service-- Sets up new or upgrades existing phone services. Coordinates office equipment moves, which includes computers, phones, signage, and personal items.
- Facilitates Care of Department-- Coordinates work orders for general maintenance/repair and custodial cleaning of the building and surrounding areas.
- Assists Faculty-- Installs software and hardware in the computers and labs as required to run their classes and research needs.
- Leads the daily operations of assigned university laboratory, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to industry standards.
- Develops and implements strategic plans for the laboratory, including expanding capabilities and diversifying service offerings.
- Supervises the technical team, providing guidance and ensuring high-quality services.
- Stays current on industry trends and technological advancements in assigned area of research.
- Develops and facilitates educational opportunities, programs, curriculum, and workshops.
- Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of related experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The job requires using electrical power sources, live power outlets and physical fitness to carry equipment, supplies and computer hardware. The job requires physical ability for walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling and crawling occasionally for equipment installation, maintenance and removal. Candidate is required to be in sound sensory conditions such as hearing and eye-sight without known impairments that can affect the performance of essential functions in appendix.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Linux, Mac OS, Linux tools such as Ansible, Spack
- Programming Languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, HTML
- Familiarity with: Oracle, Kronos, Lenel card swipe system, CLAWS computer registration software, SCCM Imaging solution (Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) is a Windows product that enables the management, deployment and security of devices and applications across an enterprise)
The Kate Gleason College of Engineering has established its reputation as preeminent in career-oriented engineering education with rapidly growing research. It offers bachelor degree programs in biomedical, chemical, computer, electrical, industrial, mechanical and microelectronic engineering and comprehensive, innovative graduate programs in a range of engineering disciplines. For more information, visit http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/.
The Department of Computer Engineering is known for its outstanding curricula, career-oriented education, and state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities. Talented, ambitious, and creative students have chosen Computer Engineering at RIT for stimulating experiential learning experiences. Faculty members are actively engaged in research, innovate teaching, partnerships with industry, and participate in cross-disciplinary Ph.D. programs in Engineering, Computing and Informaiton Sciences, Microsystems Engineering, Imaging Science, and Sustainability. For more information, visit http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/computerengineering.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of related experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The job requires using electrical power sources, live power outlets and physical fitness to carry equipment, supplies and computer hardware. The job requires physical ability for walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling and crawling occasionally for equipment installation, maintenance and removal. Candidate is required to be in sound sensory conditions such as hearing and eye-sight without known impairments that can affect the performance of essential functions in appendix.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Professional Area
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $45700 - $76500
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $45700
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $76500
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 45700
Hourly/Salary Maximum:76500
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Salary : $45,700 - $76,500