School Technical Officer - Millchester State School

We are looking for a School Technical Officer to work 2.5 days per week across 3 schools. One day each at two different schools and 0.5 day at a third school. This position is offered on a temporary part-time basis (0.34 FTE) for the remainder of 2024 unless otherwise determined with a soon as possible start.

This is a TO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the TO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the TO3 once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of TO2 to TO3 classification range.  

Your role:

As the School Technical Officer you will assist in managing the operation of a school's information and communication technology (ICT) network services in order to contribute to the enhancement of student learning opportunities. The School Technical Officer reports to the Principal/Executive Principal, Business Manager or nominated delegate.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide advice and assistance on maximising the potential of ICT operations within the school/college, including acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, repair and replacement.
• Support the school community with technical advice, instruction and assistance with electronic equipment, in accordance with departmental, school and manufacturer's policy, guidelines and network standards.
• Assist in the provision of in service training to staff, on the effective application of ICT tools to successfully achieve and deliver educational services to students.
• Provide effective and efficient support to staff and students to resolve problems associated with school computing facilities, whilst ensuring high end customer focus and communication.
• Provide regular preventative maintenance, routine and emergency repairs to all ICT facilities and associated electronic equipment.
• Maintain a range of technical services and accountable records related to the support of ICT, including infrastructure, used by the school/college.
• Communicate with various stakeholders, including Regional and Central Support, on technical matters and provide technical advice, when required.
• The suitable applicant would require the following skills and knowledge:
• Technical knowledge of server hardware and configuration, and networking peripherals.
• A high or good level understanding of PC desktop and laptop systems, Apple iPads and printer support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong technical knowledge of server hardware and configuration, and networking peripherals.
• Understanding of Local Area Networks and of Wide Area Networks.
• Experience using remote support tools to support servers and workstations remotely, within the school environment.
• Sound working knowledge of network security and security protocols.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) 
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role. 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

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