Computer Support Specialist - Open Until Filled

Computer Support SpecialistPosition: Computer Support SpecialistLocation: Department of Information Technology/ Various SitesSalary: The salary for this position will be based on the salary schedule EASMC-ESP for twelve-month eight-hour employees – Range 19. ($55,833-$84,460)Effective: ImmediatelyApplication Procedures: Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TalentEd online application. In addition to the online application, any supporting documentation (unofficial transcript and/or copy of the certification, where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TalentEd application. The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant's background, experience, and professional qualifications. Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review. All online qualified applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions.Nature Of WorkThis is a skilled position with advanced skills in the installation, maintenance, and repair of computers, mobile devices, and interactive systems, as well as the maintenance and repair of public address systems, communication systems, including VoIP phones, audiovisual equipment, and network equipment. This position provides IT Help Desk support and requires extensive work with network and software-related problems. The work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Information Technology and/or Supervisor of Information Technology.Essential FunctionsAbility to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community membersAbility to understand and maintain confidentialityAbility to use technology effectively to complete tasksAbility to report to work daily and on timeAbility to organize, supervise, coordinate, and establish priorities of tasks to be completedAbility to work independently in the absence of detailed instructions and to follow complex oral and/or written instructionsAbility to communicate courteously and tactfully with staff, students, parents, and the communityAbility to work under pressureAbility to lift and carry 50 poundsAbility to work from a ladderPossess excellent time management skills and the ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibilities in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment, and be flexible in work responsibilities and hoursPossess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary's County Public SchoolsDuties And ResponsibilitiesPerforms skilled mechanical work, diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining computers, mobile devices, network components, communication devices, various software/apps, audiovisual, and interactive systemsInstalls and upgrades computer hardware and softwareInstalls and repairs communications systems, public address systems, and audiovisual equipmentComplies with safety rules and regulations, and able to read and work from service manuals and schematicsResponds to repair emergencies as requiredTroubleshoots software-related problemsInstalls various types of communication wirePerforms advanced support with network and application softwareAssists as needed with technology projects for one or more schoolsMay be required to use a personal vehicle, with mileage reimbursed at the county rate, or a BoE vehicle when required to travel between locations during the same dayProvides timely customer servicePerforms other related and non-related job duties as assignedQualificationsRequired:High School Diploma or GEDPossess current CompTIA A+ OR Associate degree in related field OR three (3) years of experience working independently in a computer support role with at least satisfactory performance evaluationsPossess one (1) of the following (Applicants should upload their certification documents):Current industry-recognized certification in the subject matterCurrent Windows Enterprise Desktop Support Technician CertificationCurrent CompTIA Network+Current CompTIA Security+Current knowledge of Windows OS, Microsoft Office suite, Google Apps, and related softwareCurrent knowledge of the operation of computer hardware and mobile devices, LAN/WAN hardware, and TCP/IP networkingSkilled in proper use of small hand tools, basic electronic test equipment, and materials of the tradeMust possess a valid driver's license with no more than four (4) Maryland current points. The applicant must not be convicted, pleaded guilty or nolo contendere, or received a probation before judgment or stet docket entry for any alcohol or controlled substances offense under federal or state law for a minimum of five (5) years prior to the use of Board-owned vehicle (Board Policy EEBA)Term Of Employment: Full-time twelve-month position.Salary Grade Range: The salary for this position will be based on the salary schedule EASMC-ESP for twelve-month eight-hour employees – Range 19.Bargaining Unit Eligibility: EASMC-ESPUpdated 5.2025The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise, and/or withdraw the positions.The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.