Director of Technology

Position:

Provide leadership and assume management responsibility for the direction, coordination, integration and implementation of technology across all school district buildings and departments. The Director of Technology will be responsible for planning, purchasing, installing and maintaining physical technology systems of the district in a condition of excellence enabling full educational use of technology at all times in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and requirements.

This is a hands-on position with responsibilities that range from strategic and long range planning and implementation of system wide technology solutions, to providing one-on-one, and group training and support. Experience working in the education field is important for understanding how technology supports educational outcomes, where technology­ funding sources can be accessed, and that a culture of collaboration and creativity can support success. This job reports to the Superintendent.

Duties:

 1. Attend various events (e.g. meetings, conferences, training sessions, board meetings, etc.) for the purpose of communicating and/or gathering information required to perform the functions of the job.

2. Authorizes permissions and individual access to technology applications or services for the purpose of ensuring proper access to technology systems by staff, students, parents, and other consistent with district operating guidelines and regulations.

3. Communicates technology related activities in a timely manner to all stakeholders.

4. Directs and provides installation of technology systems and tools (e.g. hardware, software, systems, wiring, specialized applications and tools) for the purpose of ensuring the same, timely and efficient installation of technology equipment and services.

5. Maintains technology equipment and systems (e.g. servers, telephone systems, intercoms, alarms, surveillance cameras, software applications, network, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that systems are functioning properly and effectively in support of district administrative and educational operations.

6. Manages procurement, inventory and surplus of technology equipment, systems and related services for the purpose of ensuring that all technology purchases for goods and/or services are consistent with the district’s technology objectives and that equipment is properly inventoried or surplused consistent with local, district, and state regulations.

7. Monitors technology budget and expenditures for the purposes of ensuring that allocations are accurate and expenses are within budget limits and fiscal practices and board policies are followed.

8. Oversees functioning of the technology operations of the district for the purpose of ensuring an effective, efficient and safe environment where technology equipment and applications are utilized appropriately and efficiently to support routine administrative and educational functions of the district.

9. Researches outside funding and opportunities and grants for the purpose of providing additional funding to enhance technology within the district.

10. Supports the implementation of operational and educational technology initiatives (e.g. new systems, educational programs, hardware, etc.) for the purpose of assisting with delivery and implementation of initiatives, providing support and assistance to others, providing oversight of projects and/or training and providing information to others to ensure successful implementation.

11. Tests technology applications, tools and programs for the purpose of assessing proposed products, programs or tools to provide feedback for the administrative decision processes, to ensure appropriate acquisition of educational and operational technology solutions and to assist other with these functions.

Desired Qualifications:

I     Education:

          Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate for this position (Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Management, Educational Technology or other equivalent disciplines), preferred.  Minimum 5 years progressively responsible experience in the development, installation and maintenance of information systems.

II   Knowledge and Abilities:

1.  Strong understanding and experience setting up, configuring, and managing network components.
2.  Excellent troubleshooting skills.  Ability to narrow down the cause of an issue and determine a solution.
3.  Demonstrated ability to communicate with and work well with all levels within an organization, specifically working effectively within the culture and processes used in educational organizations.
4.  Highly organized with strong project management skills and drive to meet organizational and departmental objectives; ability to manage projects on interrelated time lines.
5.  Knowledge of classroom technology including SmartBoards, clickers, document cameras, sound systems, projectors, cameras, etc.
6.  Knowledge of student data systems (i.e. Aeries) a strong plus.
7.  Proven ability to negotiate and work with vendors and consultants.
8.  Proven ability to work effectively with parent, community and staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

SAMPLE ENVIRONMENT: 

Occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.