Technology Specialist 2026-27 - Interlake High School

About the Role

The Technology Specialist supports school-based technology use by students and staff in alignment with the District’s Instructional Initiatives. The Bellevue School District values a diverse workforce and models cultural competency as an international community.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and assists with the installation of computers and related equipment in assigned schools; loads and upgrades software.
• Configures and installs computers in both stand-alone and networked environments.
• Conducts first-line troubleshooting of computers and peripherals for staff and students.
• Maintains building inventory of computers, software, peripherals, and related equipment; conducts annual physical inventory and updates the database.
• Checks out equipment to staff as needed.
• Troubleshoots hardware and software problems in computer labs and classrooms; arranges repairs and performs basic hardware maintenance.
• Provides basic computer support and training to staff and students, including operational skills.
• Maintains knowledge of hardware and software; makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Serves on school or district technology committees; participates in district-level training sessions.
• Assists in coordinating school-wide collection and distribution of student laptops.
• Manages technology-related equipment such as sound and lighting in performing arts centers or school media venues.
• Provides individual or small-group training for teachers when necessary.
• Monitors and assigns work to student help desk or tech teams.
• Moves equipment and assists teachers with setup.
• Communicates technology updates to staff regarding new equipment or software.
• Monitors computer use and assists students with class projects during open class, lunchtime, and before/after school.
• Performs data entry and other job-related duties as assigned.

Reports to the Technology Field Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• One year of experience supporting users in the use of computers, peripherals, and software.

Knowledge

• Hardware and peripherals.
• Microsoft operating systems, printer configuration, and general-purpose software (word processing, database management, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, and communications).
• Setup and operation of computers.

Skills

• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to use or learn a variety of software programs used in classrooms.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate positively with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to work independently with self-direction.
• Ability to evaluate situations and exercise reasonable judgment.
• Ability to organize materials, workspace, and activities.
• Ability to plan and implement a work schedule.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing conditions.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and multitasking.
• Ability to manage interactions with distressed or difficult individuals.
• Multicultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with Board policies, district, and legal requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.
• May work outdoors in inclement weather and navigate school campuses, including stairs and indoor/outdoor areas.
• Required to stand for prolonged periods (30+ minutes).
• Exposed to ordinary infectious diseases carried by students.
• Requires precise control of fingers and hand movements, as well as fine visual detail.

Pay

Starting pay range: $36.36/hour to $38.31/hour (starting rate is $36.36).

Schedule

40 hours per week for a 198-day annual assignment.

Benefits

• Covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Retirement provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.