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2025-09-24T00:00:00
NOTICE OF POSITIONPOSITION:The Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Gregory Mott, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:MICROCOMPUTER / NETWORK SUPPORT SPECIALISTPOUGHKEEPSIE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTQUALIFICATIONS:EITHER: (A) Associate's degree in data processing or a closely related field AND three (3) years of full-time recent work experience* in an Enterprise, public or educational environment which primarily involved the installation and full support of microcomputer and LAN systems; OR: (B) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and five (5) years of full-time work experience as described in (A); OR: (C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as indicated in (A) and (B) above. NOTE: Recent work experience is defined as work occurring within the ten (10) years immediately prior to the date of application. Work experience in home/consumer PC networking will NOT be considered as qualifying experience. NOTE: Your degree or college credit must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Candidates must be able to transport and install equipment weighing approximately 45 pounds at a variety of locations. 2. Possession of a valid Driver License to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at time of application and to maintain the position.*This position will receive a provisional appointment. A permanent appointment is contingent upon completion and successfully passing a civil service exam.DUTIES:The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:This is a highly technical position responsible for the planning, development, installation and full support of microcomputer systems. The incumbent works with user departments to assess needs, then develops a system to best meet those needs. The incumbent procures the necessary hardware and software, performs the initial configuration and installation, then supports the user through training and problem solving. Depending on the user, the incumbent may be required to work on a wide variety of systems, interface with mainframe systems, perform programming tasks, and install and maintain network systems. The work is performed under the general supervision of higher level administrative staff, with considerable leeway for solving problems in the field. Supervision of others is not a normal function of the position. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title. Works with user agencies to ascertain needs and develop standalone and networked systems to best address their needs; Orders, receives, inventories and performs initial configuration and installation of hardware and operating software, contacting vendors as necessary to resolve any problems; Maintains systems through software upgrades, the detection of viruses, correcting file error problems on disks, replacing defective equipment, and having equipment serviced; Provides telephone and field support to users on hardware and peripheral equipment, software, and network system problems, contacting vendors as necessary; Develops and provides training for users on hardware, software and network systems; Works with user departments to develop software applications to meet their needs including programming, macros, interfaces and scripts; Keeps abreast of the field of microcomputer system products, tests new software and equipment, and makes recommendations for future development and use. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of microcomputer hardware components and systems sufficient to efficiently set up, update and troubleshoot a wide variety of standalone and networked units; Knowledge of mainstream microcomputer software programs sufficient to install, demonstrate use of, and provide technical assistance to users; Ability to diagnose software and hardware conflicts and problems and efficiently implement repairs or other resolutions; Ability to quickly evaluate and learn the operation of new software, hardware and peripherals; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to develop instructional materials and conduct in-service training courses; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.APPOINTMENT:Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.SALARY: In accordance with the PPSOPA contract, $69,239 - $84,026*This position will receive a provisional appointment. A permanent appointment is contingent upon completion and successfully passing a civil service exam.EFFECTIVE DATE: As soon as applicableFINAL DATE TO APPLY:Open until filledTO APPLY:In addition to applying on OLAS, please visit our website at https://www.poughkeepsieschools.org/ to complete the application process. *Please refer to Job ID: 1360The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age, or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.
Technology
Poughkeepsie City School District
Mid-Hudson Valley
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