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BASIC FUNCTION

Under the general supervision of the Chief Technology Officer, assists in the development of policies, schedules, and procedures relating to specialized fields, assists in supervising staff and coordinating the installation of network/electronic equipment, maintenance/repair of network/electronic equipment, and performs related duties as required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principle job elements. E= Essential FunctionsCoordinates and oversees the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic systems (e.g. cameras, telephones, public address, intrusion alarms, audio visual and access control). (E)Coordinates and oversees the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical locks (e.g. padlocks, cabinet locks, and door locks) and locksmith maintenance projects. (E)Oversees the maintenance and repair of automatic door openers, door closing units, and control gates. (E)Coordinates all fire inspections. (E)Coordinates and monitors workflow of assigned staff. (E)Coordinates and participates in fire prevention inspections by local fire district. (E)Maintains current knowledge of California state fire codes as they relate to a school district.

Helps in all compliance issues related to the American Disabilities Act (ADA) for the District.

Assists with annual site inspections to comply with all Williams Act Laws.

Assists in personnel evaluation of assigned staff. (E)Coordinator, Integrated Technology SystemsConducts training for personnel as necessary.

Compiles, prepares, and presents oral and written management reports.

Responds to all emergency calls (after hours and on weekends).Provides vacation and temporary relief as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience, Licenses, And Other Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Valid locksmith license preferred.

Minimum of three (3) years skilled experience working with any of the following systems: cameras, fire alarm, access control, intrusion alarms, audio visual, paging (IP paging preferred), phones (voice over IP preferred), understanding of building construction and computer networking.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of

• The installation, maintenance and repair of electronic systems including cameras, telephones, intrusion alarms, fire alarm, access control, door locks, public address and other devices and equipment
• Low voltage wiring standards and best practices
• Computer networking
• State and local fire codes
• Laws and regulations pertaining to the Americans with disabilities act (ADA)
• Research methods and report writing techniques
• Record keeping techniques
• District organization, operations, policies, and procedures
• Principles, practices, trends, goals, and objectives of public education
• Modern technology and office procedures and methods, computer equipment, and computer applications including WORD and EXCEL as necessary to perform required duties
• Oral and written communication skills, including English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, composition, and mathematics; and
• Principles of organization, supervision and training, laws, and rules Ability to
• Oversee a variety of skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of telephone, bell, security, fire alarm, public address and other electronic and communication systems, devices and equipment
• Plan, coordinate and supervise the work of subordinate personnel
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions and communicate to others in a clear manner; both orally and in writing;Coordinator, Integrated Technology Systems-Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of the working day
• Provide leadership and direction for staff as well as management
• Read and interpret technical documents
• Interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Use computers and modern technology
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt appropriate effective course of action
• Train staff in a variety of skills; and-Adjust work hours to fit program needs, including response to emergency situations outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment

• District office environment, school sites
• Demanding timelines
• Subject to frequent interruptions
• Indoor and outdoor environment
• Subject to various emergency situations
• Office and outside environment with multiple staff members
• Exposure to chemicals
• Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions, noise
• Subject to fumes, dust, odors, dirt
• Subject to driving to various district locations to conduct work during the day and evening hours
• Subject to frequent interruptions and continual deadlines and extensive contact with staff members and the public; and
• Subject to various emergency situations.

Physical Demands

• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching, and reaching to retrieve and maintain files and records
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment, computer keyboard, and other equipment necessary to complete the required duties
• Sitting for extended periods
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking for extended periods
• Physical activity may be required, which could include moderate lifting
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Visual ability to read, prepare/process documents and to monitor various services and personnel
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; and
• Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.

Hazards

• Extended viewing of computer monitor
• May be exposed to contact with hostile or abusive individuals
• Climbing, occasional use of step ladders; and
• Working around and with office and other equipment having moving parts.