COMPUTER SPECIALIST MANAGER

Coordinate the operation of microcomputer maintenance for the District; research and remain current on microcomputer technology; provide consultation to users within the District on a variety of issues related to microcomputers; assist other personnel with microcomputer-related responsibilities.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ? Coordinate the operation of microcomputer maintenance for the District; research and remain current on microcomputer technology; direct the installation and maintenance of microcomputers and Local Area Networks (LANs). ? Evaluate computer labs for appropriate layout and configuration of equipment. ? Provide consultation to users within the District on a variety of issues related to microcomputers; evaluate microcomputers and peripheral equipment for purchase or upgrade. ? Design microcomputer systems for specific uses; design and interpret statistics which measure performance levels of microcomputers and activities of technicians. ? Assist other personnel with microcomputer-related responsibilities, including personnel responsible for District data communications functions. ? Maintain records and prepare regular and special reports as assigned, including technical, statistical and financial reports. ? Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF: ? Various microcomputer brands and LAN operating systems. ? Various software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, telecommunications and graphics programs. ? Current microcomputer hardware technology. ? Advanced DOS operating system commands. ? District organization, policies and objectives related to microcomputers, LANs and data communication. ? Principles of data communications and computer operations and capabilities. ? System utilities and design and program applications. ? Principles of data management, organization and flow. ? Technical aspects of LAN maintenance, operation and programming. ? Capabilities of the District's operating systems. ? Data file organization, structure and access methodology.

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ABILITY TO: ? Coordinate the operation of microcomputer maintenance for the District. ? Research and remain current on microcomputer technology. ? Provide consultation to users within the District on a variety of issues related to microcomputers. ? Research and evaluate hardware and software for District purchase. ? Interact with vendors to research and negotiate pricing of microcomputer technology. ? Assist other personnel with microcomputer-related responsibilities. ? Install and configure various software applications on Local Area Networks (LANs) and microcomputers for instructional and administrative purposes. ? Troubleshoot and repair system malfunctions and maintain system operation. ? Operate LANs, microcomputers and peripheral equipment. ? Assist and train users possessing varying degrees of skill in using LANs and related software. ? Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. ? Read, interpret and apply detailed and technical written and oral instructions. ? Plan and organize work. ? Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. ? Meet schedules and time lines.

Any combination equivalent to: two years college-level course work in microcomputers, computer information science or related field and five years increasingly responsible microcomputer and LAN experience.

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