Director of Computing Labs

Houston Christian University

$90K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related IT field.
  • Proven ability to define technical requirements and identify cost-effective solutions.
  • Familiarity with maintaining computer hardware, software, and systems.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for representing the college in various activities.
  • Minimum of three years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement safety and maintenance programs for lab environments.
  • Assemble, operate, and maintain diverse equipment and instrumentation.
  • Supervise and train student lab assistants on departmental projects.
  • Collaborate with faculty to develop schedules for lab assistants and Helpdesk staff.
  • Manage inventory and care for supplies, including hardware and electronic components.
  • Engage with campus offices and vendors for project implementation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment for students and faculty in engineering education.
  • Opportunities for professional development and community engagement.
  • Hands-on involvement with cutting-edge technology in learning environments.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Director of Computing Labs supports the students and faculty of the Department of Engineering by specifying, developing, calibrating, and maintaining "ClassLab" environments and equipment which enable project-based learning. The Director of Computing Labs reports to the Chair of Computing.

Job Responsibilities
  • Define, implement, and maintain programs for safety, maintenance, inventory, and training
  • Specify, assemble and install, operate, and maintain a broad range of equipment and instrumentation
  • Directly supervise and train lab assistant student workers in the execution of Departmental projects related to ClassLabs and instruction
  • Develop schedule of lab assistant and Helpdesk workers in collaboration with the faculty
  • Cost, order, receive, organize, and maintain a broad range of supplies (hardware, electronic components, etc.)
  • Collaborate with other campus offices as appropriate and interact with vendors to ensure implementation of approved projects
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • BS in engineering, computer science, or related information technology area
  • Ability to define technical requirements; identify implementation options (including cost); identify, execute, and maintain computer hardware, software, and systems.
  • Ability to represent college in professional and community activities
  • At least three years of experience in a similar role preferred

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