Director of Technology

Director of Technology

Purpose:  The Director of Technology directs the operation of all technology systems in such a way as to promote the effectiveness of the school system as a learning organization maximizing the educational opportunities and benefits to each individual student- staff- and school community.

Qualifications

1. A high school diploma required; a bachelor’s degree with a major in technology preferred
2. Five (5) years of experience with computer installations and servicing
3. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between work locations
4. Other alternatives as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Essential Job Functions

1. Ability to read- analyze- and interpret general computer technology periodicals- professional journals- technical procedures- and governmental regulations.  
2. Ability to write reports and technology correspondence.  
3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from teachers- parents- students and administration.
4. Assist in recruiting- interviewing and placing technology personnel.
5. Develops specifications- bidding documents and cost estimates for all projects and equipment being considered for district facilities.
6. Assists in preparing and administering a budget.
7. Monitors all building projects and calls the attention of the architects and the CFO to any oversights or deficiencies specific to technology.
8. Directs and monitors compliance with legal requirements as it relates to technology
9. Assesses the district’s technology initiatives- recommends upgrades/changes- and assesses the district’s current and future network needs.
10. Ensures network (LAN/WAN- telecommunications- and voice) security access and protects against unauthorized access- modification- or destruction.
11. Documents- maintains- upgrades or replaces hardware and software systems.
12. Responsible for all aspects (software and hardware) of organization`s network systems. Recommends- implements- and maintains network architectures (LAN and WAN).
13. Supervises the overall technology department and assigns work.
14. Interfaces with vendors to get latest pricing and availability of technology hardware and software used in the district.
15. Attends meetings and seminars to keep current with the latest developments in Technology.
16. Oversee hardware and software inventory.
17. Assists in the preparation or prepares RFP’s/RFQ’s for technology products and services.
18. Review vendor proposals for product quality and services.  Make recommendations to appropriate levels of district management.  
19. Assists in the preparation of the Erate application for the district.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

1. Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time
2. Ability to enter data into a computer- to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids
3. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels- outdoors and on the telephone
4. Ability to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms- outdoors and on the telephone
5. Ability to travel between work locations
6. Physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height
7. Ability to bend- stoop- sit on the floor- climb stairs- walk and reach overhead
8. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

General Responsibilities

1. Contributes to safe and orderly work areas
2. Works to help ensure student achievement
3. Builds positive school/community relations
4. Works to develop constructive peer and student relationships
5. Works to develop effective and efficient performance
6. Practices responsible fiscal- facility- and resource management
7. Models positive professional attributes
8. Sees that district policies are observed during all activities
9. Keeps abreast of new information- innovative ideas and techniques
10. Obtains advance approval of the Superintendent for all activities and expenditures 
11. Adheres to all District policies and procedures
12. Adheres to all district health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan
13. Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or other Administrative Staff

Contract Length: 260 Days

Reports To: Superintendent

Supervises: Technology Department 

License: CAN/CNE and MCP/MCSE Certification

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: To Be Determined by the Superintendent

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