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Technology Assistant JOB DESCRIPTION

NATURE OF WORK

An employee in this class performs tasks to aid in the ongoing support of teachers and students using computers in K-3 classrooms as well as other classrooms K-12. The employee provides hardware and software support to teachers including but not limited to software training, technical advice on software packages, LAN/hard disk back-ups for disaster recovery, hardware and software installation, disk formatting, and troubleshooting printer malfunctions. The employee may assist in the development of applications for users, generate ad hoc reports, develop user documentation, and evaluate hardware, software, and new technology to make purchase recommendations. Tasks also include troubleshooting problems such as logging on to computer systems or software, printing malfunctions, or routine error messages. In some cases, the employee will research appropriate manuals to find answers. If standard techniques do not resolve the situation, the employee will seek assistance from the appropriate technical professional.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Ensure teachers know how to use available software and hardware.
• Ensure equipment is working properly.
• Perform disk backups as required.
• Train users for full utilization of hardware and software.
• Provide timely resolution of computer problems by providing answers or referral.
• Install new software.
• Develop applications for users.
• Evaluate hardware and software and make purchase recommendations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• General knowledge of computers.
• General knowledge of related information technology devices.
• General knowledge of software packages utilized.
• Ability to communicate with users to determine the nature of problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with users who may not be adept in clarifying problem situations.
• Ability to assist users with applications development.
• Ability to train teachers in the use of hardware and software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to comprehend the purpose of teacher designed strategies as a fulfillment of the instructional objectives.
• Ability to solve independently most minor problems.

SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school and three years of experience in the use of computing and information technology resources. Specific knowledge of the particular software or systems supported may be required. An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

This specification has been designed to represent the general nature and level of work found in positions of this class. As such, it is not intended to contain all of the duties and qualifications required of an employee in a single position (job). Consequently, it is not to be perceived as a position (job) description of essential functions as required by ADA.

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