In this role you will manage and maintain the College’s information technology network to maximise both educational and administrative outcomes, and will provide advice to administrative staff on technical issues. We are seeking applicants with excellent communication skills, as the successful applicant will be required to provide training to users to support the implementation of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) consistent with the College’s ICT plan.

The successful applicant should have a high level of computing knowledge in a high school context, with technical expertise to ensure the school’s information technology resources are used to their maximum effect within the standard operating environment. They should also be able to problem solve, work independently with minimum supervision and display initiative and a methodical approach to managing network systems and resources. The successful applicant will also provide advice and support to staff and students on tablets, laptops, desktops, servers, databases, web, intranet, and software applications, as well as classroom and device management solutions. They will research and identify appropriate software packages and other resources and assist with the installation and upgrading of audio–visual, CCTV and Information Technology systems.  They will maintain accurate records of assets, and will also assist with the day-to-day monitoring of the ICT budgets.

Southern River College is a Positive Behaviour Support School, promoting values throughout classrooms and our community through practice and use of our values. This has been highly successful in building school culture and community. Our River Way informs our vision and ethos. We use research and data to inform our practice so we can learn and grow together. High impact teaching strategies support our focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Visible learning enhances our capacity to understand our effectiveness and our progress. We engage our community to create real opportunities for our students. The River Road Centre supports students using the Berry Street Model. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all our students. Our why informs our practice, our actions, and the purpose of our vision as we seek to inspire, every student, every day in everything we do.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

• Skills and experience in administering a computer network and facilitating access to applications.
• Knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
• Organisational skills with the ability to work with limited supervision and prioritise duties in a demanding environment.
• Conceptual and analytical skills relevant to computer support.
• Well-developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to consult and negotiate with users on issues relevant to network administration.
• Well-developed written communication skills with the ability to develop and implement user-training procedures.

Applications will be assessed against these work-related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.