Job Description

Posting number: 26-01779

Department: Neighborhood & Community Svcs

Job classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EDUCATOR

Posting type: Open

Categories: IT and Computers, Education, Training & Library

Summary

This announcement will be used to fill a position located within Region 1 of Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) at the following location:

Kingstowne Center for Active Adults 7130 Silver Lake Boulevard Alexandria, VA, 22315

Join our team and help support our mission to partner with communities, families, and individuals to provide opportunities to access a continuum of resources that promote equity and create positive outcomes for people of all ages and abilities. Our vision is to see connected communities where all individuals and families are supported and empowered to thrive.

This position coordinates the day-to-day operations of technology programming for a Community Technology Program (CTP) and/or Clubhouse program. Develops and implements programming to address identified trends, needs, and interests. Develops STEM related curriculum, programs, and training materials for community members. Emphasizes project-based learning for youth. Ensures that all activities, curriculum, and programs comply with agency policies and procedures. Refines course curriculum and training materials accordingly to meet needs of participants. Coordinates with other NCS Clubhouses to ensure high quality technology programming. Coordinates with other center-located staff to ensure high quality programming for community members. Coordinates with staff at respective in-region senior centers to provide programming for senior participants. Works as a member of the regional team to implement region-wide projects and activity strategies. Recruits, trains, directs, and evaluates assigned staff or volunteers. Develops and implements marketing plan designed to reach feeder schools and potential community civic group and businesses to recruit participants and develop partnerships. Works with center-located staff in marketing programs and activities to local schools and community groups. Coordinates with program manager and center staff regarding community resources. Develops programs and activities as they relate to current research with specific populations. Works with program manager and center staff to develop collaboration opportunities to support programs. Maintains knowledge of new application software and enhancements to existing applications/software. Coordinates with program manager to ensure adequate stock of project materials. Works under the supervision of the operations manager.

Plans and implements technology skill development activities for youth and adults to improve technology fluency in pursuance of academic proficiency, life skill development, and employment opportunities. Facilitates involvement of adults and youth with disabilities and assists in implementation of modified and adapted activities for those that function at varying levels. Performs basic maintenance on computers including file management, trouble-shooting and technical support. Maintains physical space of assigned site.

This position may require you to work evenings, nights and weekends.

Note: The salary offer will not exceed the midpoint of the advertised range ($83,729.78). Promotional rules apply for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public School employees.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Learn more about the work we do in NCS here.

Examples of duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Coordinates the day to day operations of technology programming for a Computer Learning Center and/or Computer Clubhouse program;

Develops and implements programming to address identified trends, needs, and interests. Works as a member of the regional team to implement region-wide projects and activity strategies focused on obtaining specific outcomes for youth and reducing at-risk behavior across centers;

Recruits, trains, directs, and evaluates assigned staff or volunteers;

Plans and implements technology skill development activities for youth and adults to improve technology fluency in pursuance of academic proficiency, life skill development, and employment opportunities;

Facilitates involvement of adults and youth with disabilities and assists in implementation of modified and adapted activities for those that function at varying levels;

Performs basic maintenance on computers including file management, trouble-shooting and technical support. Maintains physical space of assigned site.

Qualifications

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge of operating systems and business application software packages;

Knowledge of, and ability to address youth and adult learning styles;

Effective oral and written communication skills;

Ability to provide Platform training/presentations ;

Ability to manage project;

Ability to teach various applications of operating systems and types of business and/or educational software (word processing, spreadsheet and database management, and graphics/desktop publishing, animation, 3D printing, circuitry, and STEM related);

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload;

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;

Ability to teach/convey technical material to participants (children and/or adult community members);

Ability to develop and write course agenda and activity calendar;

Ability to conduct needs assessments;

Ability to motivate participants with varying skill levels;

Ability to facilitate meetings;

Ability to keep abreast of changing software technology.

Supplemental information

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree plus two years of experience providing technology- based instruction on computer business and/or educational software applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, database management, desktop publishing/graphics, animation, 3D printing, circuitry, and STEM related, etc.) in a community or educational based setting.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Motor vehicle operator's license;
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification (within 90 days of appointment)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) or more years of experience working in a community center or school-based setting.
• Experience providing technology-based training programming, STEM Programs and Technology Training.
• Experience evaluating programs and services.
• Experience working with a culturally diverse population.
• Experience coordinating the development of a variety of educational classes in technology usage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills using independent judgment, instruction, and communication skills in an individual and group setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is generally sedentary in nature; however, incumbent may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds. Ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Sufficiently mobile to attend meetings at various locations and make presentations to county staff and community. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.

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