Technology Specialist 2026-27 - Lake Hills/Puesta del Sol

The position of Technology Specialist is performed for the purposing of supporting school based technology use by students and staff in support of the District’s Instructional Initiatives.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Sets up and assists with set up of computers and related equipment in an assigned school; loads and upgrades software.
• Configures and installs computers in both stand-alone and networked environments.
• Conducts first line troubleshooting of computers and peripherals for staff and students.
• Maintains building inventory of computers, software, peripherals and related equipment and materials. Conducts annual physical inventory and maintains database of inventory and equipment repairs. Checks out equipment to staff as needed.
• Troubleshoots hardware and software problems in computer labs and classrooms; arranges for repairs as necessary; performs some hardware maintenance; cleans computers, keyboards, tables and equipment.
• Provides basic computer support to staff and students, including training in basic operational skills as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of hardware and software and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Serves on school or district technology committees; participates in district-level training sessions.
• Assists in coordination of school-wide collection and distribution of student laptops.
• Coordinates and manages the use of technology related equipment such as sound and lighting in performing art centers or school media venues.
• Provides individual or small group training for teachers when necessary.
• Monitors and assigns work to student help desk or tech teams.
• Moves equipment and assists teachers in the set up of equipment.
• Communicates to staff with technology information about new equipment or software.
• Monitors computer use and provides assistance to students with class projects during open class, lunchtime, and before/after school, as directed by certified staff.
• Keyboard and enter data on a computer.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• Reports to and is directly supervised by the Technology Field Supervisor.

• High school graduation or equivalent and one year of experience supporting users in use of computers, peripherals, and software., * Knowledge of Hardware and peripherals;
• Knowledge of Microsoft operating systems; printer configuration and general purpose software, including word processing; database management, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, and communications.
• Knowledge of Set-up and operation of computers.

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to use or learn a variety of software programs used in classrooms.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate positively with students, staff and parents.
• Ability to work independently with self-direction.
• Ability to evaluate situations and exercise reasonable judgment.
• Ability to organize materials, workspace and activities.
• Ability to plan and implement a work schedule.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing conditions.
• Experiences frequent interruptions to concentration.
• Frequently performs or tracks multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Occasionally deals with distraught or difficult individuals.
• Required to stand for prolonged (30+ minutes) periods.
• Exposed to ordinary infectious diseases carried by students.
• Required to discern fine visual detail.
• Requires precise control of fingers and hand movements.
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

May work outdoors in inclement weather. May require physical mobility to move through a school campus, including up and down stairs and inside and outside.

AISP pay range F starting pay range $ 36.36/hour to $ 38.31/hour (starting rate is $36.36) 40 hours per week for a 198-day annual assignment. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.