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Computer Technician (Oep - Computer Education)

Employer
Chicago Public Schools - CPS
Location
Chicago, IL, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

Job Code: 000671

CLASS TITLE : Computer Technician

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS : Under the supervision of the school principal or his/her designee, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots a local school's Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) computer systems and other computer equipment utilized by staff and students, and performs related duties as required and performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Operates and administers various type of servers, installs and troubleshoots wiring and cabling, computer workstations, and servers; updates existing computer equipment with new hard drives, memories and other hardware-related devices as needed; assembles and configures new computers and installs work stations; meets with staff on a regular basis to determine technology needs, including the selection of appropriate software; assesses the computer skills of users to design and deliver appropriate training; provides technical support to staff in the use of computer equipment and software, including office applications, the Internet, desktop publishing and image processing; participates in the planning of the school's annual technology budget; maintains the school's computer network security system, ensures the inventorying of all computer hardware, software and related peripheral equipment assists in coordinating the installation of new technology by outside vendors; may assist in the supervision of students in computer laboratories, under the immediate supervision of a classroom teacher possessing a valid state teaching certificate.

DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Training and Experience . Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field of study, supplemented by at least one year of work experience with operating systems, including installation and maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of personal computers and related equipment, including printers and other hardware; good knowledge of the operation of analog and digital circuitry; good knowledge of the operation of computer network related equipment, including Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN).

Ability to analyze and troubleshoot computer and network related problems, ability to perform basic maintenance and repair to personal computers and related equipment, ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of staff and students.

Skill in the installation, maintenance, and repair of computer hardware and software applications; good interpersonal skills.

January 1998

Company

Chicago Public Schools is truly a district on the rise. The last five years have been an unprecedented success for CPS, and during that time, our district has emerged as a beacon of what is achievable for large urban school districts across the country. Our mission is to provide a high-quality public education for every child, in every neighborhood, that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life.

Company info
Telephone
773-553-1000
Location
42 W Madison St
Chicago
IL
60602
US

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