Communications and Physical Security Technology Engineer - Instructional Support Facility

Job Title

Install, provide tier two level support in several safety and security technologies including Communication platforms, Unified Communications (UC), Radio, Signage and Intercoms, access control systems, security panels and video surveillance. Perform preventative maintenance, upgrades, and end-of-life replacement for all safety and security technology hardware and software. Build trusting relationships with team members, other departments and schools.

The following tasks describe the basic functions of the job and represent the type of work performed. They do not constitute an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities performed on the job. The following frequencies and percentage of time spent are approximations only and are subject to flexibility dependent on organizational needs.

• Troubleshoot Systems including Communication platforms, including UC, Radio, Signage and Intercoms, access control systems and video surveillance. Configure, administer, and troubleshoot security systems and hardware. [Daily, 35%]
• Assess move, add, and change requests, including any software and instrument changes as needed or requested by users. [Daily, 25%]
• Conduct the installation of communication equipment within all district facilities. [Daily, 20%]
• Maintain district telecommunication patch panels, lines, and equipment. [Weekly, 15%]
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. [Daily, 5%]

The minimum amounts of formal education, professional work experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that must be met for a candidate to be considered for a position.

• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• Network+ certification or other relevant coursework with information technology/systems.
• Experience supporting communications and security technology solutions or 3 years in general technology support.
• Basic understanding of cyber security requirements, particularly as they relate to physical security, unified communications systems and devices
• High level of information technology competency
• Demonstrated curiosity and a growth mindset; foster an environment that supports learning, innovation, and principled risk-taking
• Basic Experience supporting networks.
• Must meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self Insurance Pool.
• Basic knowledge of common office application software.
• Intermediate knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Intermediate knowledge of networks, computers, and cell phones.
• Basic problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate organization skills.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal relations and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to be adaptive to changing needs.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire

The minimum certifications and licenses that must be met, valid, and unexpired for a candidate to be considered for a position

• Valid Colorado driver's license.

Any job-related formal education, professional work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, certifications, licenses, and other criteria that are inessential and in addition to the minimum qualifications, certifications, and licenses

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field.
• Cisco CCNA or Network+ certification.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement

The physical exertion, cognitive capacities, and work environments required to perform a position's duties and responsibilities

• Medium work strength level (lifting or carrying 50 pounds)
• Primarily works indoors
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing.
• Occasional lifting, pulling, and pushing.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard.
• Repetitive motions.
• Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Visual concentration, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• Speaking and hearing.
• Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics.
• May occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when travelling to various district sites.
• Usually a quiet work environment.
• Normal office environment.
• Normal school district environment.
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours as needed.