Intranet Applications Specialist, Sr. - Web jobs in Mcallen, TX

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To design, develop, and /or support existing computer applications for the district’s departments and campuses in order to assist staff with more efficient and effective data management.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
TEA certification requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in technology related field required
Master’s Degree preferred
Special Knowledge and Skills:
Strong working knowledge of and familiarity with computer hardware/software, and Internet applications
Strong working knowledge with the Application Development Life Cycle
Strong working knowledge of and familiarity with programming techniques,
database concepts, and data structures
Experience developing Microsoft ASP.NET applications
Working knowledge of graphics formats
Knowledge of online streaming video technologies
Knowledge of online scripting toolsets
Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of formats including audio, video, and motion
graphics into application design
Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills
Strong personal and organizational skills
Ability to learn new hardware and software with minimum of training
Experience:
Three years experience in computer use or related field
Experience in conducting computer training preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
? Designs and develops computer applications for special programs in order to increase efficiency.
? Provides phone and on-site technical support to all staff utilizing the applications developed.
? Conducts initial and follow-up training related to the computer applications developed.
? Provides technology solutions whenever appropriate to more effectively implement the District’s improvement plan goals.
? Assists and provides input to the individual departments in the production of efficient program management applications and creates applications that enhance the instructional and administrative management functions.
? Compiles, maintains and writes proper documentation related to the applications developed.
? Assists the Curriculum Specialist in working with the Benchmark data and runs reports, and assessments as needed.
? Assists the Evaluation Department staff with district wide assessment information and reports.
? Maintains knowledge that is current on computer training, emerging technologies and instructional strategies

for technology.
? Observes professional and ethical work standards and keeps security sensitive information confidential.
? Stays informed of federal and state laws and guidelines related to technology.
? Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
? Performs other related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Working Conditions
? Maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate varied projects/programs; meet deadlines; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; occasional district-wide and state-wide travel; repetitive hand motions and prolonged use of computers.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis
prohibited by law.