Westminster Public Schools seeks Systems Administration for its Technology Services Department. Located just 15 minutes outside of downtown Denver, Westminster Public Schools is a culturally and ethnically diverse school district that offers a friendly work environment, a very competitive salary, and benefits.
For more information or to apply, please visit our website at wps.org or contact HR at 720.542.5026 or at 6933 Raleigh St., Westminster, CO 80030. Diverse and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
8 hours, 260 days per year
Classification: AUX/TECH 05 ($38.20-$42.44 per hour)
Job Purpose:
Ensure every child reaches their full potential
By Administering and supporting technology systems for the District while sustaining a high level of customer service.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
*Bachelor’s degree preferred.
*More than three years of experience in PC troubleshooting and Network troubleshooting preferred.
*Certifications in computer hardware and/or software support preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
*Operating knowledge of personal computers and peripherals.
*Operating knowledge with Microsoft Office and other software productivity applications.
*Experience with Windows, Apple, and Macintosh operating systems.
*Operating knowledge of email systems.
*Knowledge and ability to provide support for network operating systems.
*English language skills, bilingual desired.
*Basic mathematical skills.
*Personal computer and keyboarding skills.
*Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of personnel in a positive and cooperative manner.
*Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
*Ability to read, understand and interpret policies and procedures, laws, rules and instructions.
*Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
*Ability to manage multiple priorities.
*Ability to pass various pre-employment background screenings.
*Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, building and department procedures.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
*Certifications in computer hardware and/or software support preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Maintain communications by:
a. Meeting with supervisor and/or District staff, e.g., vendors, District needs.
b. Being accessible via District communication devices.
c. Assessing, prioritizing and managing Help Desk tickets.
2. Provide network support by:
a. Installing and supporting Local Area Network (LAN)/Wide Area Network (WAN) equipment.
b. Testing for server hardware and software application compatibility.
c. Setting up and administering remote access.
d. Testing and deploying new desktop operating systems.
e. Troubleshooting and supporting network cabling.
f. Implementing network management tools.
g. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.
3. Provide wireless support by:
a. Installing and maintaining wireless network, access points, and/or central controllers.
b. Administering wireless security.
c. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.
4. Provide desktop and mobile device support by:
a. Acting as second level support.
b. Creating and managing computer images in a complex network with multiple software applications.
c. Troubleshooting and administrating many software applications used across the organization.
d. Implementing large scale equipment replacement cycles.
e. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.
5. Provide server support by:
a. Assessing requirements for server applications.
b. Installing server applications.
c. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.
6. Provide services to the District by:
a. Ensuring completed tasks meet District standards.
b. Performing other tasks as assigned.
7. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality of any information regarding students, personnel and all job-related matters.
Westminster Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, age, or disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Westminster Public Schools is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation or to address matters of discrimination, please contact the Chief of Staff, 6933 Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030, phone: (303) 428-3511, email: CivilPrograms@wps.org. Although the position is based at a school/department, the employer is Westminster Public Schools.
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