Department: Technology

Reports To: Director of Technology

Full-Time: 12 month position; 8 hours per day

Start Date: Immediately

Close Date: Open until filled

TERMS & BENEFITS

12 month position, 40 hours/week; medical, dental, vision, life benefits; 403(b); 12 sick days and 12 vacation days; preschool/child care discounts; mandatory participation in Arizona State Retirement System.

SUMMARY

Provides support to Technology department, District and schools as it relates to networking, computer systems and cybersecurity. Advises Director of Information Technology on systems related to day-to-day operations of Information Technology within the District. Develops efficiencies for infrastructure operations, providing support and assuring proper performance, implementation and disaster recovery of those technologies

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, are non-exhaustive and may be supplemented. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining information technology systems within all areas of the District.

• Assists Director of IT in designing network architecture.
• Installs, maintains and monitors District network (routers, switches, access points, phone system, fiber network, security cameras, etc.) throughout the District.
• Assists Director of IT in designing systems, servers, backups, disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Proactively monitors District infrastructure for security threats and intrusions; actively engages in quarantine and remediation of any threats and intrusions on District network.
• Assists in enabling key personnel with individual backups and Multi-Factor Authentication.
• Assists IT Director with compliance related to audits and requirements for District insurance policies.
• Assists schools and departments with all network, systems and technology needs.
• Responsible in assisting in the development, implementation, management and maintenance of all applications, infrastructure, security, networks, and technology training, as well as comprehensive support for the teaching and learning activities of the staff and students.
• Assists Director of IT with e-Rate cycle plans, funding and implementation.
• Assists with the purchase of technology equipment and materials following procurement rules and regulations and District budget requirements.
• Assists the IT Director with managing user accounts in Active Directory and Google Admin.
• Provides technology support, maintenance, and training for successful implementation of district technology initiatives.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, and other events as assigned or appropriate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Degree, certification or training in computer science or information technology (preferred).
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in information technology, information systems, networking, cybersecurity or related subject area, with appropriate education coursework preferred.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, certifications, skills, and/or work experience as approved by the Superintendent.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, work in confined spaces, and rooftops. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

CLEARANCES

• Criminal Background Clearance

CERTIFICATES

• Preferred IT certifications include CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, CISM, CompTIA (Security , Network ), ITIL, etc.

Benson Unified School District does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or genetic information. The District also provides equal access to its facilities to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups, as required by the Boys Scouts of America Equal Access Act. Inquiries or complaints concerning Title VI, VII, IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act may be referred to the BUSD Title IX and Section 504 Compliance Officer: Micah Mortensen, 360 S. Patagonia St., Benson, AZ 85602; mmortensen@bensonusd.org; (520) 720-6731.