IT Manager

Primary responsibility:
The IT Manager is the leader in overseeing the infrastructure to support technology throughout the school. This person will make sure that technology as a tool of learning as well as to support business functions is available and easily usable by faculty, staff and students.

Reports to: The IT Manager reports directly to the Director of Technology Integration and Support. This includes monthly reports to the Head of School and Board concerning the goals and progress of the school in the areas of responsibility. This person may be asked to attend Board of Directors meetings and assist in other areas as needed. This person serves under the policies found in the Faculty/Staff Handbook.

POSITION GOAL

The IT Manager working under the direction of the Director of Technology Integration and Support will be responsible for the provision of appropriate, readily available information technology supporting business applications and for IT assets (except for Chromebooks) which are physically located on TPCA premises.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational and Experience Requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
•    IT relevant industry certifications preferred
•    3-5 years of experience in IT field required

Qualifying Characteristics:

The IT Manager is a Christian with an authentic and a mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional and personal life with a calling and commitment to Christian education. The ideal IT Manager must have the desire to work closely and nurture a positive relationship with students, teachers, parents, staff, school administrators and community members. The IT Manager must demonstrate respect for all students and community members. The ability to exercise good judgment, set a good example and comply with school standards is a must as well as the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues in a tactful and professional manner. Must be able to address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Christian School Leadership Responsibilities
    1.1. Model honesty and integrity of character in Christ.
1.2. Live an exemplary life as described in the faculty handbook and employment contract.
1.3. Model and lead in all aspects of relationships and duties a reality that is consistently filtered through an integration of faith and learning in a Christian worldview.
1.4. Apply effective interpersonal skills to build consensus and foster passion about Christian educational excellence in the school.
1.5. Ensure that the children know you have a passion and a vision for students.
1.6. Serve as a positive Christian example to the all school faculty, staff, students, and families of the school.
1.7. Arbitrate disputes and distinguish among the various publics of the school when appropriate by introducing and consistently applying scriptural reconciliation remedies (Peacemakers).
1.8. Share the good news of God’s love in Jesus with students and parents in the various forums open to the IT Manager.

2. Academic and Business Responsibilities
2.1. Be the technology support leader for the school. Under the supervision of the Director of Technology Integration develop the most effective applications of technology in the business functions and premise-based instructional activities of TPCA. Specifically, this includes classroom technology especially display and printing technology as well as input technology such as document cameras.
2.2 Be responsible for the Microsoft-based technology at TPCA.
2.3. Assist in the development and implementation of technology in each area of the school in areas of integration and appropriate use as it enhances the learning or business environment.
2.4. Give specific design oversight to the structure of the wired network infrastructure.
2.5. Assist as needed in all student evaluation and testing in concert with other administrators.
2.6. Assist teachers with academic problems as appropriate and called upon by fellow administrators.
2.7. Assist as necessary in the regular training and professional development in the areas of business technology integration and use.

3. Financial Responsibilities
3.1. Monitor all appropriate school expenses against the annual budget.
3.2. Live on budget.
3.3. Asset management of physical devices (except Chromebooks) and software licenses.
3.4. Manage IT reporting systems such as trouble ticketing for efficient allocation of manpower resources.

4. Administrative Leadership Responsibilities
4.1. Assist in the daily operations of the school in the areas of technology integration in the classroom and the office. Be a leader in the area of STEAM educational methodology at TPCA.
4.2. Assist in the development and implementation of educational strategies and implementations based on meaningful data and testing.
4.3. Manage the infrastructure for technology for TPCA which is appropriate to his technical responsibilities. This includes managing all volunteers and/or vendors that we use to support our technology within the school.
4.4. Develop positive and meaningful relationships with students, parents, community and church leaders, educational leaders, etc.
4.5. Contribute to overall communication with the school family using technology as a tool.
4.6 Assist with crisis coordination in emergency situations including data backup and recovery as well as server security.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Exempt Status: Exempt, salaried

Work Schedule: 12 month

Revised March 23, 2017