Technology Specialist

Job Description
Glendale Elementary School District

Technology Specialist

Purpose Statement
The position of Technology Specialist is for the purpose/s of providing ongoing maintenance,
support, technical assistance, and documentation for level I technical support for District
technologies; resolving problems and/or determining appropriate direction for resolution.

Essential Functions

Serves as a primary point of contact for customers seeking technical assistance.
Performs level I support based on directives from supervisor and work orders from District employees.
Conducts routine installation, maintenance, and support to end-user devices, network connectivity, and

application support as appropriate. Areas of technology support include:

o Hardware repair
o Network topology, wireless connectivity
o Standard operating system installation and troubleshooting
o Root-cause analysis
o Telephony
o Software/application support
o Audio/visual hardware (projectors, interactive displays)

Collaborates with Information Technology Department staff for projects and resolving issues requiring

level II or specialized support.

Coordinates with schools and departments organization-wide for resolving technology-related

requests and implementing projects.

Communicates with highly proficient communication and customer-service focused skills in person

and electronically.

Documents relevant work order information, resolution, communication with IT Department staff and

customers.

Conducts periodic inventory of district technology hardware.
Transports tools, equipment, and software as needed.

Other Functions

Participates in meeting and training as directed.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of

the work unit.

Job Requirements: M inimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet
changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing technology
equipment including software applications and operating systems; utilizing professional communications etiquette
and documentation.

KNOW LEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read
technical information, com pose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define
issues and draw conclusions. Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: Windows based computer hardware, virtual desktops, basic networking, software, and hardware
configurations, hardware/software troubleshooting; current generation software applications.

Technology Specialist

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a
wide variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of
circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions
for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals; work with a variety of
data; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires independent
interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: scheduling activities, meetings, and/or
events; gathering, collating, and/or classifying data; prioritizing workload; triaging reported issues; considering a
number of technical and non-technical factors when using equipment and working with customers; routinely lifting up
to 15lbs. above the head and 50lbs. to waist height (with or without reasonable accommodations).

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices; communicating effectively;
functioning well in a team environment. Informing and/or advising others.

Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling,
crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 35% sitting, 20% walking,
and 45% standing. This job is performed in a under minimal temperature variations.

Valid Arizona Driver’s License and dependable transportation in the performance of job duties.

Experience: Experience and knowledge relating to technology is required. Strong job-related experience
in customer service is preferred.

Education: High School diploma or GED. Associates degree in a related field is preferred.

Equivalency: Targeted, job related education with study in job-related area.

Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses
Certification in technology-related subject is preferred

C ontinuing Educ./Training: C learances
IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Required,

Measles/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination,
Valid form I-9

FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade
Non-Exempt 36

Technology Specialist

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