IT Specialist - SST Advancement at School of Science & Technology

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jul, 26

Salary

28.0

Posted On

03 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional technology, Hardware troubleshooting, Software troubleshooting, Inventory management, Technical support, Data analysis, Public speaking, Problem-solving, Communication, Database management, Spreadsheet software, Word processing, Interpersonal skills, Project coordination

Industry

education

Description

Job Descriptions - Human Resources Department Position: IT Specialist Department/Campus: Campus Reports to: Operations Manager FLSA Status: Nonexempt Pay Grade: PG-1065 Job Type Full Time Work Hours Normal School hours POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: * High School Diploma or G.E.D. * Associate Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university is preferred. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Cooperating with the District staff in the total effort to bring about quality education for students through the use of instructional technology. * Assisting in planning, coordinating and implementing instructional technology applications consistent with established project objectives and activities. * Providing on-going in-service to teachers, administrators and Para-professionals in the use of instructional technology and the use of hardware applications. * Troubleshoots hardware and software to identify computer malfunctions. * Maintains technology inventory records and paperwork. * Coordinating efforts to assist schools in the identification, selection, acquisition, use and evaluation of computer hardware and appropriate software. * Establishing and maintaining technology resources appropriate for classroom use. * Attending required local, state and other meetings/workshops/conferences for the purpose of sharing and collecting information gained with the district schools. * Performs other job related duties as required. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district. * Ability to organize special programs for assigned campus. * Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone. * Ability to analyze data * Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Light Work: may require occasional light lifting. * Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required. * Position is in school setting and requires prolonged work at a desk in one location, walking, and standing. * Moderate travel is required.

Responsibilities

The IT Specialist will support instructional technology by assisting in the planning and implementation of hardware and software applications. They are responsible for troubleshooting technical malfunctions, maintaining inventory records, and providing training to district staff.