Mountain Empire Community Coll
Information Technology Specialist I
Mountain Empire Community Coll, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title Information Technology Specialist I
Role Title Info Technology Specialist I
Role Code 39111-SW
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 04
Position Number 29900136
Agency Mountain Empire Community Coll
Division Mountain Empire Community Coll (Div)
Work Location Wise - 195
Hiring Range $44,192
Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes
EEO Category C-Technician
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. May require work outside of normal business hours on occasion.
Sensitive Position Yes
Job Description
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
To perform work of considerable difficulty by planning and prioritizing the installation, diagnostics, and repair, and testing of a variety of computer and/or networking equipment such as personal computers and their peripherals. Oversee the work of vendor and contract personnel. Maintain detailed records on equipment and parts inventory, network configuration tables, equipment maintenance schedules, intra/inter-building cabling schemes, splices and repairs. Evaluate vendors products to ensure that they meet purchasing specifications and that purchases are in accord with the colleges general technology spending plan. Performs all purchasing and inventory for the department; maintain financial records and reports.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform in the position:
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with users, management, and vendors. Ability to determine the source and nature of technical problems related to hardware, software, and network systems. Detail oriented. Ability to identifying complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Work values includes being reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations of the position. Able to be pleasant with others on the job and display a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Required Minimum Qualifications:
Experience in providing technical support of hardware, software, and repair services to end users. Ability to determine the source and nature of technical problems related to hardware, software, and network systems. Basic knowledge of TCP/IP protocols. Experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing various types of printers. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and various operating systems. Demonstrated ability maintaining a budget. Demonstrated ability to collect and organize material for reports.
Additional Considerations
CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and/or Cisco CCNA certifications. Experience with inventory management. Associate's degree or higher in a related field.
Operation of a State Vehicle Yes
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Minimal local and statewide travel.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number CLS_3945P
Recruitment Type Agency Employee Only - E
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 08/13/2025
Job Close Date 08/26/2025
Open Until Filled No
Agency Website www.mecc.edu
Contact Name Cory Darnell
Email hr@mecc.edu
Phone Number 276-523-9081
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx
or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
MECC Title IX Coordinator Ms. Kristy Hall, Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services khall@mecc.edu 276-523-7478
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/87742
Posting Summary
Working Title Information Technology Specialist I
Role Title Info Technology Specialist I
Role Code 39111-SW
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 04
Position Number 29900136
Agency Mountain Empire Community Coll
Division Mountain Empire Community Coll (Div)
Work Location Wise - 195
Hiring Range $44,192
Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes
EEO Category C-Technician
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. May require work outside of normal business hours on occasion.
Sensitive Position Yes
Job Description
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
To perform work of considerable difficulty by planning and prioritizing the installation, diagnostics, and repair, and testing of a variety of computer and/or networking equipment such as personal computers and their peripherals. Oversee the work of vendor and contract personnel. Maintain detailed records on equipment and parts inventory, network configuration tables, equipment maintenance schedules, intra/inter-building cabling schemes, splices and repairs. Evaluate vendors products to ensure that they meet purchasing specifications and that purchases are in accord with the colleges general technology spending plan. Performs all purchasing and inventory for the department; maintain financial records and reports.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform in the position:
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with users, management, and vendors. Ability to determine the source and nature of technical problems related to hardware, software, and network systems. Detail oriented. Ability to identifying complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Work values includes being reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations of the position. Able to be pleasant with others on the job and display a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Required Minimum Qualifications:
Experience in providing technical support of hardware, software, and repair services to end users. Ability to determine the source and nature of technical problems related to hardware, software, and network systems. Basic knowledge of TCP/IP protocols. Experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing various types of printers. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and various operating systems. Demonstrated ability maintaining a budget. Demonstrated ability to collect and organize material for reports.
Additional Considerations
CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and/or Cisco CCNA certifications. Experience with inventory management. Associate's degree or higher in a related field.
Operation of a State Vehicle Yes
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Minimal local and statewide travel.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number CLS_3945P
Recruitment Type Agency Employee Only - E
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 08/13/2025
Job Close Date 08/26/2025
Open Until Filled No
Agency Website www.mecc.edu
Contact Name Cory Darnell
Email hr@mecc.edu
Phone Number 276-523-9081
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx
or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
MECC Title IX Coordinator Ms. Kristy Hall, Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services khall@mecc.edu 276-523-7478
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/87742