Spec 2, Comm and Electronics - 249968

Summary: The Specialist 2, Communications and Electronics, will serve as the district's telecommunications resident expert. The Specialist 2, Communications and Electronics, will provide technical support for additional low voltage components including intercom, public address, and stage lighting systems. DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must: Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance. Support the district's vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan. Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism. Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities: Coordinates with planning and construction all scheduled telecommunications and low voltage projects. Troubleshoots complex technical problems that impacts district telephone services and provide problem resolution. Serves as lead for all telecommunications special projects. Serves as telecommunications liaison for both internal and external business partners. Serves as primary point-of-contact for maintenance and new construction of telephone support services for 9500+ telephone circuits, with the contracted "dial tone" provider (PAETEC, Inc.), Verizon, SUNCOM, and the Florida State Department of Management Services. Assists in the development of department specifications for an assure ongoing compliance by attending preconstruction and "work in progress" meetings at construction and renovation sites. Performs final inspections of new and renovated sites to assure contractor compliance to specifications and to verify that any previously existing systems have not been damaged by work performed. Researches, prepares, and presents telecommunications projects and system plans for management and senior staff, develops recommendations for new equipment, and assist Procurement Department with the preparation of FRP, FRQ, ITQ, and ITB proposals. Understands and interprets schematic and architectural drawings, and assures compliance with established specifications. Tests and diagnose complex systems and assist technicians in diagnosing problems, correcting recurring failures, etc. Provides quality assurance on daily work performed by district personnel and contracted services, while developing a comprehensive district training program. Provides technical direction and training to department personnel. Maintains safe, proper, and efficient operation of systems within responsibility area of assigned department. Exercises proactive leadership in promoting the vision and mission of the district. Performs any other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information: Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Displays commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality. Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Quantity: Meets productivity standards. Completes work in timely manner. Strives to increase productivity. Works quickly. Achieves established goals. Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in telecommunications and low voltage repair. Successful completion of one (1) year of an accredited college or university course work (30 semester hours) may substitute for one (1) year of the experience requirement. Substitution may not exceed two (2) years of the experience requirement. Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Possesses a current Florida Class "E" driver's license.

Language Skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals. Mathematical Skills: Calculates figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Applies concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, handling, keyboarding, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision Lifting Demands: Up to 35 pounds. Reaching Activities: Both Dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead. Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 4, loud; extreme cold, extreme heat, wet/humid, vibration/impact; work with or near heavy equipment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations and or community organizations throughout the district.