Chief Technology Officer

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Chief of Staff, plan, organize, implement and control a variety of assigned programs and services for the school districts and the County Office of Education; direct several major organizational units in the delivery of services to assure responsiveness to County Office objectives and priorities.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Plan, organize, implement and control major organizational units to assure responsiveness to County Office objectives and priorities.

• Advise SCOE regarding use of resources, priorities, and program opportunities and methods to enhance the delivery of direct educational programs and support services.

• In coordination with TLR staff, plan, recommend and develop programs, goals and objectives for the assigned division and its departments.

• Present reports and provide technical counsel to the Board as requested by the Superintendent; review and present Board docket items affecting assigned functions.

• Plan, organize and direct a variety of programs, projects and activities related to the function assigned.

• Provide technical expertise and information as necessary regarding assigned functions; formulate, develop and implement policies and procedures affecting assigned functional or program areas.

• In conjunction with TLR staff, represent the area assigned to the County Office, State and federal officials as requested; make presentations to associations, community groups and others regarding County Office matters and assigned subject or program areas.

• Plan, organize and implement long-term and short-term programs and activities designed to develop assigned services.

• Assure compliance with a variety of State and federal regulations, laws and reporting requirements.

• Meet with committees, Boards, advisory groups and others to recommend courses of action, uses of allocated resources and to communicate assigned program activities and plans.

• Prepare reports covering assigned activities and other matters such as budgets, financial reports, progress of projects, applicable program data and others as directed.

• In coordination with TLR staff, direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to the areas served.

• Communicate with other administrators and County Office personnel to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information; conduct staff meetings to communicate ideas and resolve issues.

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training and development of subordinates.

• Consolidate, develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for assigned functions; make budgetary decisions for assigned areas; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established guidelines.

• Attend and conduct staff meetings; attend State and regional conferences and workshops to maintain current knowledge of regulations and requirements affecting assigned areas. Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• General personnel administration practices.

• Organization of instructional programs.

• Principles, theories and practices of instruction.

• Board policy development procedures and requirements.

• Applicable sections of State Education Code, Code of Federal Regulations, California Administrative Code and other applicable laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.

• Policies and objectives of assigned programs, services and activities.

• Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.

• Public speaking techniques.

• County Office organization, operations, policies and objectives.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Budget preparation and control.

ABILITY TO:

• Plan, organize, implement and control a variety of assigned programs and services to deliver direct services to students.

• Provide direct counseling assistance and technical expertise and information to administrators and County Office personnel.

• Lead group meetings and collaborative decision processes. Interpret and apply provisions of State Education Code and various regulatory agencies.

• Assemble and analyze data and make appropriate recommendations.

• Plan, prepare and implement innovative actions. Prepare and make clear and concise written and oral reports and presentations.

• Provide guidance and direction to managers and other school personnel concerning various phases of their individual budgets and business operations.

• Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.

• Prepare and deliver oral presentations.

• Prioritize and schedule work.

• Interpret, apply and explain complex rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.

• Analyze complex situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: a bachelor’s in a field related to area of specialty and five years responsible professional experience.

K-12 classroom experience preferred.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Certain positions may require an Administrative Credential or other appropriate credential or certification as required by the Education Code.

Valid California driver's license.

ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment. Subject to driving to conduct work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Hearing and speaking to exchange information and to conduct presentations. Sitting and standing for extended periods of time. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer equipment.

APPROVAL DATES:

May 6, 2020 

FTE: 1.0

UNIT: Certmgt

SALARY: Range 36

WORK DAYS: 220