Advise Academic Computing managers on major capital equipment acquisitions. Monitor internal reports of technical problems as they develop within Academic Computing and actively participate in solving problems. Test and evaluate commercial and educational related computer, multimedia, and networking vendor products for cost and performance and stay abreast of developments in the computing industry. Lead technical training sessions for consulting desk staff. Participate in all decision making affecting the consulting operation at Tresidder and Meyer.
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent education and work experience.
Familiarity with UNIX desired. Proven ability to diagnose user reported problems, determine if the problem is hardware, software or network related, and take steps to resolve. Strong organizational ability to monitor and control a multitude of simultaneous projects with attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to meet schedules and deadlines under a minimal supervision. Proven ability to learn and apply complex procedures, combine high productivity with accuracy and attention to detail, work independently after initial training period, apply judgment and initiative toward solving problems and work effectively with a team.