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The Microcomputer Technical Support Specialist assigned to the VoIP team of the Technology Services Division is an employee with a wide range of experience with the processes and technologies of the WNYRIC. Reporting to the VoIP Supervisor, the Technical Support Specialist exercises leadership and some independent decision making in regard to the assigned duties. The Microcomputer Technical Support Specialist will work on second level problem resolution for any of our 100 plus school districts, with a polite and courteous nature.
Job Responsibility:
Coordinates/implement/maintain the ongoing operations of the Voice network
Implements and assist in maintaining district level networking
Provides installation, customization and maintenance of approved vendor supplied software for Voice Networking
Prepares charts, tables, and diagrams to assist in analyzing local and VoIP Networking problems
Prepare network packet captures and analyzes to determine communication errors
Performs the monitoring and assists in adjustments of network systems for optimal performance
Organizes and prepares Voice systems documentation
Assist with the monitoring and adjustments of firewalls, filtering, VPN and other networking devices
Communicates with district personal for efficient diagnostic and problem resolution of voice hardware, voice management tools, and voice technology
Interacts with WNYRIC Sr. WAN and LAN Specialists, application coordinators, specialist and customers to maintain optimal network performance
Undertakes physical activities such as key boarding, lifting, and tasks related to the installation, troubleshooting and support for telecommunications devices weighing in excess of 60 pounds
Works in schools where students, teachers, and administrators are present as needed and holds and maintains a valid drivers’ license
Provides and facilitates communication between Supervisor, team members, customers and other WNYRIC Teams
Collaborates, as necessary, with other members of the organization in order to meet the evolving technical advancements in the K-12 environment
Studies and evaluates methods and procedures to determine the adaptability to existing network technology
Familiar with setup and use of Active Directory, Netware (Novell), Windows, Ethernet, TCP/IP, electronic mail (Lotus Notes et al), PCs, MACs and other technologies, as required by specific assignment
Provides off-hour coverage as requested
Other duties may be assigned that are relevant to the civil service job description for this title.
Requirements:
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience in computer programming which included, at least, one (1) year of experience in programming and/or maintenance of vendor supplied operating software
or
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two (2) or four (4) year college or university with an Associate’s degree in Data Processing, Computer Science, Business Administration or related field and four (4) years of data processing experience, two (2) years of which, included computer programming, and at least, one (1) year of experience in programming and/or maintenance of vendor supplied operating software
or
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years of data processing experience, two (2) years of which, included computer programming, and at least one (1) year of experience in programming and/or maintenance of vendor supplied operating software
or
An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C).
What we offer:
15 Paid annual Holidays
Generous Paid Personal/Sick time
Generous Paid vacation days
Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)
Life insurance at NO cost to you
FSA plan
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
NYS Retirement System
403b AND 457 retirement plans
Annual Education Stipends: $500 for Associates Degree/Accredited Training Program Certification or $1000 for Bachelors Degree or $1500 for Masters Degree