OUR MISSION:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrated knowledge of the school system, school technology applications and procedures or related experience. Considerable working knowledge of the operating characteristics, capabilities and limitations of microcomputers and associated networks. Considerable knowledge of microcomputer network wiring, network design and network traffic flow. Demonstrated ability to analyze and correct complex network problems related to Local and Wide Area Networks. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to clearly communicate understandable complex technical information to those without a technical background. Demonstrated ability to follow through to completion those complex tasks necessary to activate and troubleshoot network installations. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationship with school administrators, teachers and district staff. Demonstrated willingness to continue learning/training in related areas. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR CERTIFICATION/LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Associate degree in Arts or Science from an accredited college or university, or equivalent technical training at the post secondary level. Four or more years of successful experience in microcomputer network design and installation of Microsoft network operating systems, or equivalent combination of training and experience.

CUSTOM JOB PURPOSE:

This position exists to perform responsible technical and professional work in the planning, design, operation and management of instructional and non-instructional microcomputer networks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB

Coordinates and supervises the planning, designing and installation of instructional and non-instructional microcomputer networks and related services. Coordinates functions and procedures necessary to install and maintain microcomputer network hardware and software. Installs software routines necessary to network microcomputers. Oversees local area network stations and fileservers. Ability to configure and manage network switching hardware.
Coordinates with local administrators and teachers regarding the needs assessment and planning necessary to manage the growth of local area networks. Assists in the preparation of detailed bid specifications and diagrams. Coordinates technology projects as specified, which includes assisting in the development of project plans for PC, server and network component deployments, and software application usage. Facilitates communication between IST staff, schools and vendors on technology related projects including coordinating meetings with the schools to determine how to integrate the schools’ technology plans with current IST projects. Provides and/or coordinates training to local staff in network administration and support.
Conducts on-site technology reviews with school personnel to evaluate school compliance to district technology standards and procedures.
Maintains an inventory of the school based networks including, server hardware and software, and infrastructure devices.