3 Positions Available 

• Managed Data Team
• Student/School Tool Support Team
• Taxes and Data Integrations Team

Full-Time (1.0 FTE), 7.5-Hour Day, 12-Month Position

The following work activities are listed as examples only and in no event shall an employee be limited to only those examples listed here:

• Provide first line troubleshooting and technical support (telephone and on site) for computer software and basic hardware issues for end users
• Create, revise, maintain and ensure accuracy of reports and queries as school districts request data analysis from software
• Maintain current knowledge on statewide reports and regulations
• Communicate with and assist school district administrators, principals, counselors, and clerical staff as necessary
• Export and import data from various applications for shared use with other software programs on a regular basis
• Consult and troubleshoot with programmers, vendors and/or LAN staff on problems, changes, or enhancement requests to software
• Develop and implement procedures for managing projects and report requests
• Test new software releases for vendors before general release
• Install software, updates, and patches on end user machines
• Work independently to maintain servers and software applications
• Demonstrate specialized software applications to school administrators, teachers, counselors, and school district support staff
• Coordinate implementation of upgrades and conversions to new software
• Develop and implement procedures to maintain the integrity of data from year to year, which includes informing district administrators of responsibilities and testing results upon completion
• Research, analyze, evaluate, and consult with school district administrators and technology directors on available software for current and future needs
• Provide direction to less experienced staff on specifications and procedures for applications support, report writing, state reporting and query development
• Consult with the district to schedule and conduct training on specialized computer software applications for school administrators, teachers, counselors, and school district support staff
• Attend bi-weekly technology meetings to discuss software changes, problems, state-mandated data collection issues and other information sharing
• Evaluate, order, and maintain inventory supplies
• Attend instructional meetings and training classes to enhance current knowledge of software programs and apply this knowledge to aid the end user
• Create, revise, maintain and provide training manuals and documentation of specialized software applications
• Maintain and submit statistical and financial records to district personnel (superintendents, administrators, and clerical staff), New York State and the Federal Government.  Information is also maintained for Computer Services budgeting purposes
• Interpret State and Federal rules, regulations, and mandates for reports.
• Schedule meetings and consult with school district administrators to establish deadlines based on state and district requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 8.0-hour day, 12-month per year position

This is a supervisory position involving responsibility for supervising and coordinating the technology activities, budgeting, and staffing of an educational organization. Work includes supervision of several staff members and budget responsibility, implementing the organization's technology plan, coordinating technology applications with instructional goals, planning for comprehensive training programs, and insuring a smooth and efficient operation of the organization's network.  Employees in this class work with extensive independence in formulating and implementing various work methods.  Work is performed under the broad direction of the GST BOCES Computer Services Center Director. Work is performed under the broad direction of the GST BOCES Computer Services Center Director. A working knowledge of student management systems, school financial and human resources systems, and state and federal data reporting requirements is preferred.

The following work activities are listed as examples only and in no event shall an employee be limited to only those examples listed here:

• Supervises several staff members and technical assistance on computer applications
• Develops and assists in the planning and implementation of school district, building and BOCES technical networking systems
• In collaboration with district employees, the candidate develops and coordinates implementation of the organization's technology plan based on instructional and administrative needs in relation to the organization's strategic goals
• Prepares and submits required/appropriate reports
• Reviews and updates acquisition procedures and maintains an inventory of computer/technology related equipment
• Organizes training and awareness sessions on the use of software applications and hardware technology
• Assists in the integration of technology applications in K-12 curriculum
• Chairs technology committees
• Acts as liaison between the organization's staff and technology vendors, making recommendations for purchases
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Full-time position (1.0 FTE), 8-hours per day, 12-months per year

Competitive Civil Service Position

• Assists with data classification work to ensure proper handling and security of data.
• Assists with security auditing, enforcement of best practices, and creation of new security processes.
• Assists with the training in the operation of computers and software application use.
• Configures, installs, maintains, and supports software and peripheral equipment, including printers; provides hardware and software maintenance, training, and technical support for various programs.
• Documents computer maintenance, updates, and installations through help ticketing and inventory systems.
• Establishes user and operations communications procedures with systems personnel.
• Maintains and supports LAN/WAN, regional telecommunication systems, telephone systems, and regional electronic mail systems.
• Provides first-level support for LAN-based applications and customer support on networked applications.
• Provides maintenance in a timely manner in response to user requests.
• Provides recommendations and creates requisitions for purchasing hardware and software.
• Supports end users in all areas of computer operations, communications, software, and hardware.
• Other duties as assigned.

LOCATION:  SCIENCE CENTER, LAKE STREET, HORSEHEADS, NY

TEMPORARY Part-time position, As Needed Basis; 7.5 hours/day

• Processes and packages curriculum science kits for use in school districts.
• Ensures quality control with inventory check-in materials.
• Maintains orderly environment in warehouse facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

1 Full-Time (1.0 FTE), 8-Hour Day

• Provides recommendations and creates requisitions on behalf of customers to purchase hardware and software.
• Works with systems personnel establishing user (customer) and operations communications procedures.
• Maintains & supports local area network (LAN)/wide area network (WAN) and regional telecommunication systems, telephone systems and/or regional electronic mail systems.
• Documents computer maintenance, and installs, through a help ticketing and inventory systems.
• Configures, installs, maintains, and supports software and peripheral equipment, including printers. Provides hardware and software maintenance, training, and technical support for varied programs.
• Provides end users first level support for LAN-based applications and provides customer support on networked applications.
• Assists with Security auditing, enforcement of best practices and creation of new security processes
• Supports end users in all areas of computer operations, communications, software, and hardware.
• Assists with the training of users in the operation of computers and software application use.
• Provides maintenance in a timely manner in response to user requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Exceptional package including but not limited to:

• Paid annual holidays
• Generous paid vacation/sick time
• Premium Health plans (GST pays 82%)
• Premium Dental and Vision Plans
• FSA & HRA
• NYS Retirement System
• 403b AND NYS Deferred Compensation plan

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 7-hour day, 10-month, school calendar position

These positions are to care for the medical needs of students placed in a BOCES classroom located in a special education host site program. Assistance with all medical aspects of the student's day expected.       

• Students need assistance with areas of daily living skills which may include, but are not limited to; toileting, personal care, feeding, maintaining safety during transitions, redirection, task initiation, communication, interacting with others and supervision for sensory activities and routines.
• Students require daily tube feeding
• Students need constant monitoring during and after feeding
• Regular assessment of respiratory needs
• The employee must possess a valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse license and be physically able and willing to meet the needs of the students.
• Dispensing medications, under direction of R.N.
• Completing Medicaid paperwork, under the direction of R.N.
• Assist with student arrival and departure
• Help students carry out prescribed physical exercises
• Helps student with daily living skills/hygiene
• Follows medical protocol
• Other duties as assigned.

Part-time positions (0.5 FTE), 3.75 hours per day, 10-month school calendar

• Helps prepare vegetables and meats
• Makes sandwiches and salads
• Washes dishes
• Clears tables of dirty dishes
• Fills sugar bowls and salt & pepper shakers
• Assists in the distribution and service of food
• Cleans tables, chairs, serving tables and other equipment
• Acts as cashier, prepares simple records, rosters and lunch tickets
• Sets tables
• Performs other duties as assigned