CYS Functional Technology Specialist NF-04

Full Job Description

This position is with Child and Youth Services at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Mission and Weather Essential. This is a Regular Full-Time position with a minimum work week of 40 hours.

Eligible for benefits and leave accrual.

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Regular and FLEX employees (working a minimum of 15 hours) will receive a 100% discount on childcare for their first child and at least 25% for each additional child.

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following: Substantial college coursework or professional certificates from trade school(s) or demonstrated competence in computer science, information technology or related field.

In addition, candidate must possess: 1.

Knowledge of child and youth programs, education/recreation programs for youth, or a combination of knowledge in all fields related to child/youth development or related field. 2.

Knowledge/demonstrated skill in working with Microsoft Windows and Windows applications; Intranet/Internet database applications; email administration, web page design/development, and server administration; setting up network printers and other peripherals.

3. Ability to trouble shoot hardware, printers, LAN equipment, scanner, server, and software and swap/replace/upgrade equipment. 4.

Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and propose solutions..

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered Highly Preferred: Successful completion of a 4-year college or university with coursework in computer science, information technology or a closely related field highly desirable.

Applicants with resumes reflecting ALL of the following will be considered Best Qualified and may be sent first for consideration.

Three (3) years of experience working with the Child Youth Management System (CYMS). One (1) year of experience with Closed Circuit Television. Demonstrated experience overseeing a technology lab.

Major Duties:

• Serves as a Child and Youth Services (CYS) Functional Technology Specialist with responsibility for integrating technology into all aspects of CYS operations.
• Works closely with installation Information Systems Officer and Director of Information Management to develop and implement technology procedures and actions to support CYS programming for children and youth and CYS administrative operations.
• Applies professional knowledge to oversee and support implementation of the Child and Youth Management Information System (CYMS) to include collecting, accurate accounting and reporting of funds.
• Ensures operations of CYS Technology Labs are in accordance with all applicable regulations and standards.
• Designs and implements a comprehensive Educational Technology Program for School-age children, Middle School youth and Teens attending CYS programs. Integrates technology into Service Areas.