Technology Specialist I

Role And Responsibilities

Providing technical support to faculty, staff, students, and parents
Assisting with the deployment, operation, and maintenance of technology on all campuses
Maintaining inventory and storage areas
Adheres to and honors Valley Christians' standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Performs other related assigned duties

Requirements

• Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian's Mission & Beliefs which can be found at htttp://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/
• Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license
• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft 365 suite of applications
• Must be proficient in Apple iPads and iPadOS
• Must be proficient with desktops and laptops running Microsoft Windows
• Must have basic knowledge of wired and wireless networking
• Must be self-motivated
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with a customer-service mindset

Qualifications and Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of two years supporting technology
• Prioritized classroom support or teaching experience
• Knowledge of system imaging and deployment
• Experience with JAMF
• Preferred experience with Zendesk or FreshDesk

Physical Requirements

• Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
• Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs (2-story)
• Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms)
• Work in noisy and crowded school environment
• Frequent walking throughout the campus

About Valley Christian Schools

Valley Christian Schools offers students in Kindergarten through 12th grade big school opportunities in a small school environment across our two East Valley Campuses. Established in 1982, VCS provides nearly 1,100 Kindergarten, elementary, junior high, and high school students a distinctly Christian education with excellent academics, championship athletics, award-winning fine arts, cutting-edge STEM programs, and a supporting community.

The mission of Valley Christian Schools is to equip students to be culture changers for Christ by delivering academic excellence, facilitating spiritual growth, and building lifelong community.

Valley Christian is highly accredited by both ACSI and Cognia, has been ranked as one of the Top Workplaces in Arizona for four consecutive years, and continues to achieve an “A” rating on Niche.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, and national or ethnic origin in its admissions or in the administration of its education policies, programs, or activities. In addition, subject to Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate in its employment practices. Valley Christian Schools is a Christian education institution and, in compliance with Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion.

It is our desire to build an employee community of individuals who are currently living out their Christian faith that agree with our Statement of Faith, beliefs, philosophy, and qualifications.

Salary

$47,500 - $53,500 DOE