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Newark - USA

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Not Disclosed

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  • Position Type:
    Non Instructional - All Titles/Technical Assistant. M.I.S

  • Date Posted:
    7/24/2025

  • Location:
    Division of Information Tech - 304

  • NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
    HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
    765 BROAD STREET NEWARK NEW JERSEY 07102
    ROGER LEN SUPERINTENDENT

    TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Management Information Systems
    Division of Information Technology

    (Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)


    The State District Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Technical Assistant Management Information Systems Office of Information Services.

    This title is governed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission; meaning that a candidate for the position will be placed as a provisional employee. At a later date the candidate will be required to take an examination administered by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates must score and rank high enough on this examination in order to remain in the position as a permanent employee.

    DEFINITION: Under supervision assigned to a program or operational unit having responsibility for a specific existing information processing system operation. Performs technical functions in support of management information systems used to process varied types of financial program or other information unique to the unit; operates computer terminal or PC for information processing; installs utilizes maintains and troubleshoots information processing systems and system software; organizes inputs processes and outputs source materials raw data and processed data; sets up and maintains data bases and software files; performing file maintenance; provides technical information/ assistance to other system users; and does other related duties.

    Note: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

    Note: Positions in this class are responsible for functions which support systems that process program/ operational positions solely responsible for routine/ repetitive entry and retrieval of formatted data and information.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

    EDUCATION:
    Completion of sixty (60) semester hour credits from an accredited college or university.

    Note: Two (2) years of experience in the gathering retrieval maintenance compilation and distribution of technical information in a public or private organization may be substituted for the above education requirement.

    Note Twenty-four (24) semesters hours credits in data processing from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required education and/or experience.

    LICENSE:
    Appointees will be required to possess a drivers license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle rather than employee mobility is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

    BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Ensures the security of data software and hardware.
    2. Organizes raw data for input and maintains logs of all work requests to ensure timely processing.
    3. Utilizes microcomputer control language in the input processing and output of data.
    4. Utilizes store-bought software such as spreadsheets operating systems etc.
    5. Performs less complex and repetitive assignments of tickets.
    6. Assists on incoming calls and emails to the Enterprise Service Desk.
    7. May provide guidance when needed to the Computer Operator Assistant.
    8. Assists in providing and supporting end users with remote operations applications and technical support.
    9. Performs and coordinates staging of inputs and materials necessary to carry out complete production machine runs.
    10. Recommends to supervisor the purchasing of output mediums such as special and stock forms and other supplies as necessary.
    11. Sets up software files for maximum efficiency and updates same as necessary.
    12. Maintains/updates the data base as required using applicable software.
    13. Reviews machine outputs for accuracy/precision and corrects problem situations.
    14. Interacts with unit staff and/or users to establish processing priorities and explains the capabilities and limitations of the installations hardware and available software.
    15. Notifies users on the completion of requested processing and availability of outputs.
    16. May be responsible for distribution and/or routing of output.
    17. When linked to minicomputer or larger mainframe utilizes proper controls to ensure continued integrity of data.
    18. Maintains hard copy and software files as necessary and is responsible for labeling disks or cartridges and keeping logs of the locations of files on these mediums.
    19. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency office or related units.
    20. Perform other duties and tasks assigned by Executive Director.

    KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
    1. Knowledge of office methods and procedures.
    2. Knowledge of information processing control functions and workflow control techniques.
    3. Ability to operate a microcomputer and its peripheral devices via supplied manual(s) and / or available training courses and apply these skills to the units needs after a period of training.
    4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to all levels of employees.
    5. Ability to prepare reports.
    6. Ability to maintain hard copy records and files.
    7. Ability to learn quickly from both oral and written directions and instructions.
    8. Ability to learn and work within input/ output control work procedures practices and documentation used in the organizational unit.
    9. Ability to utilize various types of electronic and / or manual recording and information systems used by the agency office or related units.
    10. Ability to read write speak understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of the position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
    11. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodations cannot be made because it would cause the employer to undue hardship such persons may not be eligible.

    REPORTS TO: Executive Director

    SALARY EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
    1. Salary: $63623 - $79620
    2. Employment Period: Twelve (12) Months
    3. Union Affiliation: Local 32

    HOW TO APPLY
    Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

    OPENING AND CLOSING DATE
    Opening Date: July 24 2025
    Closing Date: August 6 2025 or until filled



    THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN
    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER





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