IT Technician

Technical work involving operation and support of PC hardware software and peripheral equipment. Employees in this position are responsible for operating computer and peripheral equipment by means of a PC or on-line terminals. Work involves the application of initiative and independent judgment.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule E4 Grade 05: $34298 - $51793

(Salary within this range is determined by your documented years of full-time related work experience)

1. Install personal computer hardware and software including unpacking testing transporting to user site and interfacing to network and/or main computer system.
2. Imaging large groups or supporting said imaging using applications such as MSCM Acronis Ghost etc.
3. Maintenance and setup of licensing servers supporting instructional departments use of specific software such as SolidWorks SolidEdge etc.
4. Respond to user problems; assist in identifying computer software and hardware malfunctions and in initiating corrective action to maintain workflow.
5. Assist in supporting the network including installation and troubleshooting of appropriate cabling.
6. Provide technical support of the Student Technology Support Center in relation to student devices and loaner devices.
7. Provide audio and video support as required.
8. Provide Help Desk support as required on a regular basis.
9. Promote positive and productive relationships with service areas businesses industries and agencies.
10. Perform all duties with professionalism.
11. Create preventive maintenance procedures to insure quality performance and detect early warning signals.
12. Develop write test and document programs within the scope of knowledge and authority.
13. Institute corrective action where required within the scope of knowledge and authority.
14. Establish standards and practices that encourage effective resource utilization.
15. Recognize and acknowledge quality work commitment to customer service creativity and initiative.
16. Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisor.

A minimum of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution in a technology related field with work experience supporting audio video and/or installing PC hardware and software network cabling and supporting users is required
OR One (1) year (32 semester or 48 quarter hours) of postsecondary education from an accredited institution with a minimum of six (6) semester hours (10 quarter hours) in CIS/MIS and a minimum of two (2) years of work experience supporting audio video and/or installing PC hardware and software network cabling and supporting users is required
OR high school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years work experience and technical knowledge in Windows workstation hardware and software and network applications is required
OR high school diploma or equivalent with A MTA or MCSA certification and a minimum of six (6) months work experience supporting audio video and/or installing PC hardware and software network cabling and supporting users is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

1. Demonstrated experience in hardware resolution.
2. Demonstrated experience in software resolution.
3. Demonstrated experience in network technology.
4. Working knowledge of audio video technology.
5. Working knowledge of voice over IP phone systems.
6. Working knowledge of data processing and common workstation applications.
7. Extensive experience with Windows operating system.
8. Extensive experience in workstation hardware and software.
9. Working knowledge of network applications.
10. Effective written and oral communication skills.
11. Ability to communicate and work effectively and pleasantly with a variety of individuals and groups both internally and externally.
12. Ability to maintain confidentiality of office information.
13. Ability to work under tight deadlines and to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner.
14. Initiative responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work; a focus on details.
15. Customer Service Orientation A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs.
16. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.
17. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs.
18. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including without limitation race color national origin religion marital status disability sex age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law shall be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program activity or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verifysystem to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane Decatur GA 30033-4097 by calling or by using information available on SACSCOCs website (). Specific questions regarding Calhouns educational programs admissions and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:


P.O. Box 2216
Decatur AL 35609