IT Support Specialist

This position reports to and is evaluated by the manager of technology and provides technology support for the school and its employees, including hardware, software, and other miscellaneous technology infrastructure.Required Professional QualitiesBachelor's degree, IT Certification, or equivalent experienceWorking knowledge of operating systems for Windows, Chrome, MAC OS, and iOSRequired Spiritual QualitiesA strong, clear Christian testimony (Ephesians 4:1)A lifestyle of biblical integrity (1 Peter 3:16)Believe and actively support the OCS Parent Covenant, Statement of Faith, Statement on Marriage and Sexuality, Statement on Diversity and Core Values (all attached)Have a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian School teaching(Romans 12:7)Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others (1 Peter 5:2)Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in all personal and professional mattersActively involved in church (Hebrews 10:24-25)Follows the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with interpersonal conflictRequired Personal QualitiesA spirit of dedication, teamwork, flexibility, and responsivenessThe ability to respond to counsel (Proverbs 13:18)The ability to work in a team environment (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)Effective communicatorThe ability to focus, manage time, and organize to carry out essential job functions on timeDemonstrate a sensitivity and ability to interact effectively with staff, parents, volunteers, and studentsMeet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism(Philippians 4:6-7)Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with courtesy, patience, friendliness, dignity, and respect (Romans 12:10)Use acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speak with clear articulation.Respectfully submit and be loyal to constituted authority (Titus 3:1)Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy.Essential Job FunctionsSpiritual LeadershipModel victorious Christian living to students and families (Philippians 2:1-5)Pray for students, parents, staff, and the entire OCS community(1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)Administrative LeadershipAdheres to all policies and procedures governing the operation of the schoolRespect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents, or staffAttends and arrives punctually to scheduled devotional, committee, and faculty meetingsMaintains professional dress and appearance as specified in the Employee HandbookRepresents the school favorably and professionally to its constituencyTechnology LeadershipWork with the helpdesk module to provide effective and efficient first-level technical support to all faculty, staff, students, and parents, and document solutions clearly and accuratelyInstalls, configures, maintains, and upgrades classroom technology, including, but not limited to, Windows, Mac, and Chromebook devices, printers, network devices, interactive panels, and phonesMinor repair of hardwareWork with vendors to run network cables, install network outlets, and provide other contracted servicesAssist with user account management, passwords, permissions, and device policiesTroubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network connectivity issuesMaintain an accurate inventory of technology assets and assist with device deployment and collectionSupport student information systems (SIS) and educational softwarePerform routine system updates, patches, and basic security tasksAssist with technology setup for testing, events, and classroom activitiesAdditional Duties or ResponsibilitiesSupport the school's broader program by attending extracurricular activities when possible. (Back-to-School Worship night, Big Bash, school trips, Saints 5K, Drama production, Athletic Events, Band performances, Fine Arts night, Carnivals, etc.)Treats all school-owned technology (hardware and software) with respect, care, professionalism, and in accordance with the Technology Use Agreement #J-18808-Ljbffr