id='p296_'>Consultant / Specialist Network Systems Engineer JobID: 296
Position Type:
Consultant/Network Services Consultant
Date Posted:
7/16/2026
Location:
Center for Technology Services
Closing Date:
Until filled.
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GOAL:
Provide leadership and technical assistance for ESC internal staff and school districts by assisting in the development of educational programs in the utilization of technology.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge and Skills of use of technology in the classroom
- 5 years of teaching experience.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES
Program Planning/Organizational Skills
- Research periodicals and journals to keep current with technological trends.
- Develops objectives to meet needs.
- Relates component objectives to center-wide goals and demonstrates cooperation with other components.
- Maintains documentation of component services.
- Evaluates the extent to which project objectives have been met to determine future direction.
Fiscal Management
- Prepare and manage budget consistent with project and Center guidelines.
- Produces documentation to support expenditure as authorized by the coordinator.
- Utilizes cost-effective methods of reaching identified objectives.
Leadership
- Demonstrates leadership in the infusion of technology into all subject areas and grade levels.
- Prepares and inspires initiative among program staff.
Communication Skills
- Demonstrates good communication techniques and utilizes proper communication channels with clients.
- Acts as liaison for LEA administration providing updated information on both state and federal levels.
- Effectively disseminates technology-related information to groups or individuals.
Consultative and Technical Assistance
- Demonstrates accessibility through periodic contacts with internal staff and LEAs.
- Responds to internal staff and LEA's request for assistance through workshops and other services including follow-up services and training.
- Assists internal staff and LEAs in the selection of programs to meet needs.
- Plans and provides training in current educational practices or skills related to technology.
- Assists internal staff and school districts in the implementation of programs or innovative practices.
- Assists Center in the ongoing implementation and updating of their comprehensive plan for technology.
- Assists internal staff in the evaluation, acquisition, utilization, and maintenance of computer hardware and software.
- Assists in the development and selection of technology bids.
Human Relations
- Demonstrates professional courtesy during personal interaction with LEA and Center staff.
- Displays an attitude of personal and professional concern in group and individual settings.
Specialized Knowledge
- Seeks training in professional areas and provides up-to-date information in areas of responsibility.
- Recommends and prepares effective in-service and instructional resources for staff and clients.
Personal and Professional Image
- Maintains self-control and good working relations with other staff or LEA personnel when facing problems and frustrations.
- Exhibits enthusiasm, self-motivation, and physical appearance toward fulfilling job assignment requirements.