HFSN0284977-0000
2023-09-15T00:00:00
2023-09-11T00:00:00
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a technical position responsible for overseeing local +area network systems and equipment. The incumbent coordinates Local Area Network (LAN) and/or Wide Area Network (WAN) installations and the subsequent on-going maintenance and support of such networks for school district facilities. The incumbent also provides on-site support services to school district personnel on a wide range of technology services. The work is performed under the general supervision of school district administrative personnel. The incumbent may exercise supervision. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Monitors and maintains local area network performance, resources, security and data integrity to include the upgrade and installation of software as required; Ensures the integrity of daily local area network backups; Manages the file systems and shared local area network storage areas; i.e. routine e-mail database maintenance; Documents/monitors licensing information and application information; Plans, implements and supports network solutions between multiple platforms; Performs routine maintenance of computers and peripheral equipment, upgrades computer hardware and/or software as needed and coordinates off-site repairs; Tests LAN software, hardware and connectivity options, researches LAN industry trends, and recommends appropriate changes in hardware and software standards; Diagnoses and resolves Local Area Network and Wide Area Network, operating system and hardware and software problems; Provides technical support to users of a district; Mounts disks and tapes, backs up programs and data according to established schedules, prints reports, assigns passwords, and manages security; Attends and participates in professional conferences and meetings and serves as a technology liaison with the parents, teacher groups, school districts officials, BOCES and other program-related personnel; Serves on school district wide technology committee providing technical advice and facilitating long- range technology planning; COORDINATOR OF NETWORK AND TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – cont'd. Direct supervision, including assigning work activities and conducting performance evaluations, of subordinate staff; Trains and instructs school district personnel regarding the proper use of all computer software such as that used for e-mail, internet browsing, word processing and basic file management; Provides on-site training to instructional staff and other users in the operation of distance learning classroom equipment and other computer peripherals and audio visual equipment; Sets up user local area network accounts and access rights; sets up user workstations for local area network, e-mail, internet and word-processing access; May design, create, implement and maintain website pages and graphics for the school district that are visually compelling and technically efficient; May recommend appropriate changes in hardware and software standards; May serve as the district's coordinator of data and assist with various NYS reporting requirements; May assist with the preparation of the annual technology budget; Prepares an annual budget for the requisition of supplies, material and equipment to maintain a Local Area Network and/or Wide Area Network and other district technology needs. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of Local Area Network and/or Wide Area Network computer systems; Good knowledge of personal computer operating systems and peripheral equipment; Good knowledge of computer hardware and software; Good knowledge of associated equipment and their integration into local area networks; Working knowledge of school districts technology needs; Working knowledge of standard office practices and equipment, ability to analyze and evaluate systems performance and operating system problems and implement solutions; ability to follow complex written and oral instructions; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships; ability to develop, design, coordinate and/or deliver technology training; ability to maintain LAN or WAN performance and security; ability to maintain related systems records and prepare reports; ability to design, install, update and maintain a Local Area Network and/or Wide Area Network including those used for telecommunications; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to form and maintain effective working relationships; tact; dependability; sound professional judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either: (a) Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems or closely related field and two years of experience designing, installing, updating and maintaining a Local Area Network and/or a Wide Area Network; or COORDINATOR OF NETWORK AND TECHNOLOGY SERVICES - cont'd 3 (b) Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems or closely related field and three (3) years of experience designing, installing, updating and maintaining a Local Area Network and/or a Wide Area Network; or (c) Five years of experience as a Network Administrator or Computer Technician, or comparable position. NOTES: Successful completion of a three (3) credit semester hour course in college-level computer science, computer information systems, or a closely related field may be substituted for three (3) months of appropriate experience. Successful completion of a course of study offered by a technical training institute, college or a corporate training program may be substituted for one (1) year of appropriate experience, if the following conditions are met: a) The course of training involves learning the fundamental aspects of computer programming, systems analysis, telecommunications systems, LAN/WAN system configuration or a similar course with technical emphasis on the operation of a connected computer system. b) The candidate provides an official description of the coursework and evidence that it was successfully completed. Coursework in the use of specific programs such as WORD, EXCEL or ACCESS and data entry is not acceptable.Apply on OLAS
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