Substitute - Information Technology Department

Portsmouth School Department; Portsmouth (RI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Portsmouth School Department in Rhode Island seeks a part-time, day-to-day substitute for the Information Technology Clerk role. Start date is immediate for an estimated six-week assignment with no benefits.

You will assist with IT inventory, clean and maintain equipment, and help with basic troubleshooting under the IT department guidance. The hourly rate is $16, with duties including data entry and clerical work.

Qualifications

• Introductory-level IT literacy and clerical abilities required.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply new skills in a school IT setting.
• Ability to follow directions and work with IT staff.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and handle equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory, organization, and tracking of IT equipment.
• Clean and maintain computer systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot basic hardware and software issues.
• Move, install, and configure computers, peripherals, and software.

Skills

Introductory IT skills

Clerical skills

Quick learner

Ability to follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Substitute - Information Technology Department

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Information Technology Clerk – Day-to-Day Substitute

Position: Part-Time, Day-to-Day Substitute

Start Date: Immediately

Anticipated Duration: Approximately 6 weeks

Benefits: None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory, organization, and tracking of IT equipment.
• Clean and maintain computer systems and related equipment.
• Assist with troubleshooting basic hardware and software issues.
• Move, install, and configure computers, peripherals, and related equipment and software.
• Perform basic clerical duties, including data entry, filing, recordkeeping, preparing documents, and organizing information.
• Assist with maintaining IT records, inventory lists, and documentation.
• Assist with IT projects and other tasks as assigned by IT Department staff.
• Perform other related duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Introductory-level IT and clerical skills; prior experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply new skills in the workplace.
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively with IT Department staff.
• Ability to safely move and handle computer equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

This is a part-time, day-to-day substitute position with an anticipated need of approximately six weeks. The schedule and hours may vary based on departmental needs.

QUALIFICATIONS: Strong work ethic, good communication comprehension and skills, desire to learn about computers and networking, ability to take direction, self-motivated, Basic computer hardware and networking knowledge, reliable and punctual ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs

Reports To

Director of Technology.

Benefits: No benefits, part-time.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $16 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Computer Support

Welcome to Portsmouth School Department

Our mission is to create a comprehensive teaching and learning environment which provides opportunities to students to become, to their fullest potential, responsible citizens, self-directed individuals, and life-long learners.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Portsmouth School Department 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, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person who believes they may need reasonable accommodations should contact the Director of Human Resources.

Information pertaining to Title IX and how to file a report, including the Title IX Coordinator contact information and the PSD Title IX Policy, can be found on our website .

About Portsmouth School Department

The Portsmouth School Department (PSD) comprises four (4) schools that serve approximately 2200 students and an administration building. Portsmouth High School is a comprehensive 9-12 high school, Portsmouth Middle School 5-8, Hathaway Elementary School K-4 and Melville Elementary School PreK-4. PSD employs approximately 340 staff members including teachers, administrators, counselors, nurses, and support staff including clerks, maintenance, custodians and paraprofessionals.

About the Town of Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a scenic town in Newport County, Rhode Island and is the second-oldest municipality in Rhode Island, after Providence. Portsmouth boasts a total area of 59.3 square miles, of which 23.2 square miles is land, including 4,000 acres of farmland and 36.1 square miles is water and 56 miles of coastline. Most of its land area lies on Aquidneck Island, which it shares with Middletown and Newport. In addition, Portsmouth encompasses some smaller islands, including Prudence Island, Patience Island, Hope Island and Hog Island. With a population of 17,349 (2010 U.S. Census), the town has one of the most progressive farm preservation programs in New England. The local economy thrives on its boating industry including its five (5) marinas.Portsmouth is centrally located on the eastern seaboard between the major metropolitan areas of New York and Boston. Situated close to interstate highways, I-95, I-195, and 24, Portsmouth remains easily accessible to the rest of the northeast. Portsmouth is located 4 miles north of historic Newport, 22 miles east of Providence, 10 miles south of Fall River, 65 miles west of Cape Cod, 70 miles south of Boston, and 210 miles east of New York City.

Job Requirements

• Resume
• BCI in accordance with RIGL
• High School Diplona or Equivelant
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Steve Costa
• 120 Education Lane
• Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871
• Phone: [phone] X2900
• Email: [e-mail]

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