Description

Job Responsibilities

The Computer Laboratory Specialist II position is responsible for smooth functioning of all aspects of the teaching and research laboratories in the Computer Engineering Department. Manage and maintain the Computer Engineering Department's labs, lab equipment and computer systems and liaise with RIT Facilities Management and Information Technology Services as and when needed. Assist faculty and staff in their computer and hardware needs. Supervises the daily operations of laboratory facilities and research projects to maintain alignment with program strategic direction and curriculum goals. Facilitates laboratory risk planning and space management operations. Ensures Laboratory processes and operations are properly executed to maintain compliance and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining PC Computers-- Performs preventive maintenance and troubleshoots and repairs pc computers and related equipment such as hard drives, memory, motherboards and processers.
• Responsible for maintaining Software on PC Computers-- Runs updates, upgrades and patches on Windows, Microsoft Office and antivirus software. Runs imaging software, print managing software. Maintains software licensing and renewals.
• Responsible for maintaining Computer Engineering Lab Equipment-- Maintains and upgrades electronic test equipment including but not limited to: oscilloscopes, function generators, logic analyzers and power supplies. Maintains and upgrades printers, copiers and their respective toners cartridges.
• Responsible for communicating with Vendors-- Organizes demonstration of equipment by vendors and is briefed on the latest technology. Maintains relationships to get optimal pricing. Arranges for trials on new advanced equipment. (osclliscopes, logic analyzers)
• Manages Student Workers--
  Hires student workers. Supervises lab assistants. Coordinates teacher assistants, mentors and graders. Assigns hours according to work schedule. Assigns tasks to lab assistants, e.g. repairing lab equipment and tools.
  Manages and enters work hours for the students and staff into the payroll system.
• Assists in preparing and managing budgets for the laboratory, ensuring financial sustainability
• Researches New Equipment for Department Labs/Faculty-- Appraises new technology for computers such as processors, memory and peripherals. Aquires new testing boards such as freescale, Xilinx, and Digilent.
• Manages Access to Department-- Issues and accounts for department keys. Programs card swipe access to labs using On-Guard Cardswipe System. Organizes/manages department office and drawer keys.
• Outreach Activities-- Performs lab tours for prospective students. Coordinates project demos for open houses. Maintains project boards for
  College and Careers Days.
• Responsible for maintaining Positive Department Image-- Manages the appearance of the labs to reflect a positive image.
• Coordinates Interoffice Moves and Phone Service-- Sets up new or upgrades existing phone services. Coordinates office equipment moves, which includes computers, phones, signage, and personal items.
• Facilitates Care of Department-- Coordinates work orders for general maintenance/repair and custodial cleaning of the building and surrounding areas.
• Assists Faculty-- Installs software and hardware in the computers and labs as required to run their classes and research needs.
• Leads the daily operations of assigned university laboratory, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to industry standards.
• Develops and implements strategic plans for the laboratory, including expanding capabilities and diversifying service offerings.
• Supervises the technical team, providing guidance and ensuring high-quality services.
• Stays current on industry trends and technological advancements in assigned area of research.
• Develops and facilitates educational opportunities, programs, curriculum, and workshops.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of related experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The job requires using electrical power sources, live power outlets and physical fitness to carry equipment, supplies and computer hardware. The job requires physical ability for walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling and crawling occasionally for equipment installation, maintenance and removal. Candidate is required to be in sound sensory conditions such as hearing and eye-sight without known impairments that can affect the performance of essential functions in appendix.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Linux, Mac OS, Linux tools such as Ansible, Spack
• Programming Languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, HTML
• Familiarity with: Oracle, Kronos, Lenel card swipe system, CLAWS computer registration software, SCCM Imaging solution (Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) is a Windows product that enables the management, deployment and security of devices and applications across an enterprise)

Department/College Description

The Kate Gleason College of Engineering has established its reputation as preeminent in career-oriented engineering education with rapidly growing research. It offers bachelor degree programs in biomedical, chemical, computer, electrical, industrial, mechanical and microelectronic engineering and comprehensive, innovative graduate programs in a range of engineering disciplines. For more information, visit http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/.

The Department of Computer Engineering is known for its outstanding curricula, career-oriented education, and state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities. Talented, ambitious, and creative students have chosen Computer Engineering at RIT for stimulating experiential learning experiences. Faculty members are actively engaged in research, innovate teaching, partnerships with industry, and participate in cross-disciplinary Ph.D. programs in Engineering, Computing and Informaiton Sciences, Microsystems Engineering, Imaging Science, and Sustainability. For more information, visit http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/computerengineering.

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Additional Details

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.