WSWN0251833-0000
2022-11-28T00:00:00
2022-12-01T00:00:00
This position exists in the WSWHE BOCES and involves responsibility for administering and participating in the operation and maintenance of computer networks. The work involves analyzing hardware and software network problems, researching new products and coordinating workshops. The incumbent may be assigned to work with Local Area Networks, District Area Networks or Wide Area Networks. Work is performed under the general direction of the Learning Technologies Coordinator with wide leeway allowed for planning and carrying out the details of the work. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate technical staff. Does related work as required.Typical Work Activities:Designs, installs and maintains Local Area Networks, District Area Networks and Wide Area Networks;Installs, configures and maintains network file servers;Administers micro—computer networks and is part of the communications and connectivity team;Gathers network statistics, analyzes network traffic patterns and takes corrective action to resolve network problems involving computers and data communications hardware and software;Demonstrates and trains users in the operation and maintenance of computer hardware and software and computer networks, including Internet access;Researches, tests, evaluates and recommends data communications hardware and software;Consults with vendors, distributors , and users regarding the purchase of computer hardware, software and networks;Plans, analyzes and writes proposals to help improve work flow including cost estimate for systems;Changes system software to meet program objectives;Analyzes computer processing requirements to plan a system that will provide capabilities required for projected workloads;Coordinates and conducts computer workshops for users to provide for up—to—date information and support;Plans and implements recommendations for system upgrades;Plans, coordinates, and implements security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction or disclosure;Assigns computer access passwords to employees;Installs hardware and peripheral components , loads software packages , such as operating systems , word processing, or spreadsheet program into computer;Provides support and assistance to individuals and groups using the network;Supervises Help Desk staff by assigning technical support staff to address user data communication problems.Skills and Abilities:Good knowledge of micro—computer and related product technology;Good knowledge of logical operations of micro—computers and data communication devices;Good knowledge of local and wide area network technology and administration including firewall administration; route and switch configurations, and telecommunication protocols and analysis;Working knowledge of data processing methodology and techniques including documentation of data security;Ability to define and recommend micro—computer hardware and software;Ability to detect and resolve micro—computer breakdowns and problems;Ability to write proposals and cost estimates;Ability to develop and conduct workshops related to micro—computer and network operation and maintenance;Ability to configure work stations and local and wide area networks;Computer literacy;Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a leadership capacity and as a member of a teams.Minimum Qualifications:Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer technology, data processing , management information systems , information resource management, or related field and one year of experience involving the installation of micro—computer hardware and software and configuration and administration of local and wide area networks; ORGraduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two—year college with an associate degree in computer science , computer technology data processing , management information systems , information resource management, or related field and three years of the experience as defined in (A) above; ORCompletion of an industry certified network training prograrn and three years of the experience as defined in (A) above; OR Five years of full—time experience or its part—time equivalent as defined in (A) above; ORAny equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) , (B) , (C) and (D) above.Special Requirement: Possession of a valid New York State Driver 's License or otherwise demonstrate ability to meet transportation needs to perform field work responsibilities in the ordinary course of business.Locations: Argyle, Johnsburg, MinervaWork Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
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