Network Specialist

Silver Consolidated Schools District

Job Description

The SCSD is an EEOC employer

Position:                                             Network Specialist

Supervisor:                                         Network Administrator

General Job Description:                   To assist in work required in the design and implementation of the district network infrastructure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Work cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, and administrators.
2. Comply with all school board policies and regulations.
3. Demonstrate ethical behavior.
4. Maintain behavior appropriate to performing and accomplishing assigned duties.
5. Know what to do to successfully complete assigned work.
6. Project an overall concern for personal appearance as it relates to job performance.
7. Carry out assignments and instruction from supervisor(s) in a competent and efficient manner.
8. Perform assignments in such a manner as to not interrupt the classroom learning environment.
9. Work in a safe manner with personal safety and the safety of others as the number one priority.
10. Assist in staff development in technology.
11. Assist in installation and maintenance of computer labs.
12. Assist in installation and district adopted software.
13. Assist in meeting the goals of the district’s Technology Plan.
14. Install and maintain equipment related to the job.
15. Contact vendors for information.
16. Repair equipment that may not be covered by another service agreement.
17. Serve as site liaison for technology assistance.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Transport hardware to work sites as necessary.
2. Maintain assigned uniforms, equipment, tools, and work area in operable, safe and attractive status.
3. Account for supplies, materials, and equipment as required.
4. Complete work orders and reports as required in a timely manner.
5. Perform other tasks deemed appropriate or necessary by the immediate supervisor, principal, and/or superintendent.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Good driving record, with appropriate license.
3. Bachelor degree in related field preferred but equivalent technology training and/or experience may be accepted.
4. Appropriate certifications.
5. Must be able to pass employment verification.
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Intermediate/advanced knowledge of computer workstation and peripheral setup and installation.
2. Intermediate/advanced knowledge of computer, serer and network hardware and software applications.
3. Intermediate/advanced knowledge of multiple operating systems.
4. Ability to install, maintain, and repair computers and peripherals including printers, scanners, network cable drops, and audio/visual equipment.
5. Ability to diagnose and configure network switches, ability to diagnose hardware and software problems and perform repairs.
6. Ability to diagnose various operating systems utilized by the District.
7. Self-motivated and directed. Ability to organize and coordinate project teams.
8. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
9. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Physical Requirements:

Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, reaching, squatting, kneeling, fingering or otherwise working with fingers, and moving light furniture may be required.

Equipment/Material Handled:

Must know how to properly operate, or be willing to learn to operate, all multimedia equipment including current technology.

Work Environment:

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision. Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

Terms of Employment:

• Contract Days
• Salary
• Benefits Available