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JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Director of Simulation, and within the School of Nursing Simulation Center, the Functional Specialist provides consultation to the School of Nursing’s faculty, staff, and students on problems, solutions, and services related to computing and information technology within the Simulation Center. Functional Specialist coordinates the simulation laboratories (3) located throughout the state that are used as training facilities in support of Nursing students’ practical training. This position oversees hardware, software, inventory, and documentation and is responsible for providing advanced technical support for the School’s simulation labs, which feature audiovisual (AV) and simulation equipment and systems. This position is based at the Storrs campus but requires frequent travel to regional campus locations. For more information about this position and a full job description, please visit: Open Positions | School of Nursing (uconn.edu)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Eight (8) or more years of progressively responsible technical experience or a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and four years of progressively responsible technical experience.
2. Experience with installations, configurations, troubleshooting, and repair of computers, peripheral hardware, systems, and various software applications.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of standard computing technology, Windows, Macintosh, and mobile devices, and considerable knowledge of desktop applications.
4. Demonstrated ability to apply a variety of concepts, techniques, and practices in the specialty area appropriate to supporting simulation laboratory environments.
5. Experience and advanced knowledge of audio-visual systems and related components, including the ability to operate, maintain, analyze, and troubleshoot technical problems.
6. Experience with basic security/networking protocols (firewalls, IP addressing) and remediation of computer viruses, spyware, malware.
7. Must be willing and able to work flexible and varying hours, including occasional nights and weekends.
8. Must have reliable transportation to meet in-state travel requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science.
2. CHSOS certification (Certified Health Simulation Operations Specialist).
3. Familiarity with streaming encoders, digital and audio encoders, Crestron, Extron, and Bi-Amp systems.
4. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, integrating, and maintaining complex audio and video systems and equipment and/or other instructional technologies used in hi-tech classrooms or laboratories.
5. Experience maintaining and operating simulation equipment such as mannequins.
6. Experience with simulation software including Gaumard and Laerdal.
7. Experience with disaster recovery to include data back-ups, migration and recovery services.
8. Knowledge of principles and practices of training and development methods and techniques, including ability to identify training and learning needs.
9. Prior technology support experience in a higher education environment.
10. Experience planning, organizing and coordinating training programs related to program specialty.
11. Previous exposure to healthcare industry such as a hospital or alternative medical and simulation environment.

APPOINTMENT TERMS 

This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498459 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Screening will begin immediately.

This job posting is open until filled.

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