PES Computer Lab Technician

Classified Position - 7526

Salary

Category 5 per Salary Schedule

Days

TBD

Reports to:

Assigned Teacher

School Principal


SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Organize and operate a microcomputer laboratory for training and practical use; schedule lab use and assist faculty and staff with equipment operation and applications software; provide lab support and informal and formal training to lab users and other school microcomputer users; adjust and maintain microcomputer equipment.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Organize and operate a computer lab for training and practical use; schedule lab use and assist faculty and staff with equipment operation and applications software
Maintain records and other data bases required for computer projects
Provide lab support and informal and formal training to lab users and other school computer users; assist with the creation and production of training materials
Adjust and maintain computer equipment; identify equipment malfunction to assure proper maintenance and repair; troubleshoot for hardware and software problems
Provide user support in the lab and on the telephone to computer system users at District school sites
Maintain a hardware inventory and maintenance records for lab equipment; maintain laboratory usage statistics
Provide for lab security
Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment
Utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as outlined at the school/district
Maintains regular and predictable attendance

Adheres to the professional code of ethics

Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
Perform related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Computer operations and related information processing
Use of computer utility software
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
Various word processing spreadsheet and data base applications
Operating procedures and practices appropriate to an instructional computer laboratory
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Oral and written communication skills
ABILITY TO:

Organize and operate a microcomputer laboratory for training and practical us
Schedule lab use and assist faculty and staff with equipment operation and applications softwar
Provide lab support and informal and formal training to lab users and other school microcomputer users.
Operate, adjust and maintain computers and peripheral equipment
Assist staff and faculty in the use of information processing equipment and familiarize users with applications software and utility program
Organize and oversee computer lab operation
Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Operate a computer terminal to enter data, maintain records and generate reports
Maintain records and prepare reports
Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field
Communicate data processing procedures and requirements to users
Provide technical assistance to District computer systems users
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining ·a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law
Experience in working with children in an organized setting
Must pass the Para Educator test in accordance with State regulations