Technology Support Specialist
Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Classification: 12-month administrator
Reports to: Director of Information Technology
Location: In-person, Lead Mine Campus & Brier Creek Campus
Work Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Position Summary:
The Montessori School of Raleigh (MSR) seeks a part-time Technology Support Specialist to begin immediately. Under the supervision of the Director of Information Technology, the Technology Support Specialist will serve as a member of the Technology Support Services team supporting end-user computing, digital tools, infrastructure, and A/V systems for a diverse community of technology users. Primary responsibilities include providing technical support via email, phone, or in-person; assisting with the management and support of Apple devices; onboarding/offboarding staff and student technology; and setting up A/V equipment for campus meetings and events.
Essential Responsibilities:
Technical Support
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Monitor the IT ticketing system and respond to requests in a timely manner
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Support staff and student laptops, desktops, iPads, and other related hardware
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Troubleshoot computer hardware and software, including related equipment such as printers, A/V equipment, and other technology devices.
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Perform basic computer repair and hardware replacement as needed.
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Support the Director of Information Technology in resolving technical issues with Local Area Networks (LAN), wireless networks, and other infrastructure.
Asset Management
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Prepare, inventory, install, maintain, update, and administer Apple systems, including laptops, desktops, and iPads.
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Maintain accurate inventory records for computers, iPads, and other hardware.
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Work with Director of Information Technology to manage technology orders, returns, repairs, and replacements.
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Utilize mobile device management software (Mosyle) to manage and deploy policies, software, and updates to Apple devices.
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Perform routine maintenance on staff and student devices (i.e. Summer maintenance, annual device refreshes)
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Set up, troubleshoot, and maintain classroom and office A/V equipment such as AppleTVs, projectors, TVs, and other related AV equipment.
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Perform basic printer maintenance in coordination with printer vendors.
User Onboarding & Offboarding
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Provision accounts for new employees in collaboration with the Director of Information Technology and Office of Human Resources.
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Ensure that new employee devices are configured and deployed as needed.
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In collaboration with the Director of Information Technology, host technology training sessions for new hires.
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Provision accounts for new students in collaboration with the Director of Information Technology and Office of Enrollment Management.
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Ensure that new student devices are configured and deployed as needed.
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Terminate employee accounts as directed by the Director of Information Technology and/or Office of Human Resources
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Terminate student accounts as directed by the Director of Information Technology and Office of Enrollment Management.
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Collect and inventory former employee or student devices as needed.
Other Responsibilities
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Participate as a member of the School’s Technology Support Services team
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Serve on school committees/task forces at the discretion of the Director of Information Technology.
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Administrative duties such as carline duty
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Other duties as assigned by the Head of School, Director of Information Technology, or Chief Operations Officer
Competencies:
The Technology Support Specialist should possess at minimum:
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A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of experience in a related field, or any appropriate combination of education and experience.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Experience working on a Help Desk that includes hardware repair, troubleshooting, and support of MacOS and iOS devices, peripherals, network infrastructure, and A/V equipment; preferably within a school environment.
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Experience managing a mobile device management system (i.e. Mosyle)
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Experience managing Google Workspace, M365, and other cloud systems.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks/projects
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Strong focus on customer service; communicating both verbally and in writing with employees, students, and vendors of various competencies
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A commitment to the mission and core values of MSR which include “respect, integrity, community, and love of learning”.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
The Technology Support Specialist can expect to:
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Work in a fast-paced environment
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Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled office environment spending extended periods at a desk and working on a computer
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Regularly sit, talk, hear, and interact with staff and students
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Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
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Regularly use close and distance vision
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Turn, bend, and reach
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Occasional after-hours work may be required
It is the policy of The Montessori School of Raleigh to make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications for a specific job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin, age, veteran status, or the presence of a disability, except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference check with current employer (or most recent employer if not currently employed) and background investigation.
To apply
Please upload a cover letter and resume. No phone calls please.
About Raleigh-Durham
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