Technical Director

Technology Coordinator

Job Description

General expectations of all employees of USD 294 are to have the ability to communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with other members of the school district and community; to have the ability to implement and follow the vision and mission of the district; to observe and follow district policies and guidelines at all times; to have the desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance.

Purpose:  To administer the technology plans and networks within the district and ensure it is maintained and operating at the optimal level for the educational needs of the students and the staff of the school district.  The Technology Coordinator works closely with the staff and district administration and is responsible to the Superintendent and Building Principals.  Salary and benefits to be established by the USD 294 Board of Education.

Qualifications:

1. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent, with emphasis in computer technology.  Directly related work experience and training in a network environment preferred.
2. Knowledge of network protocol, implementation, and maintenance, including virus protection and copyright compliance.
3. Ability to share acquired knowledge effectively with staff and to effectively communicate technical issues with non-technical persons.
4. To be able to manually lift a maximum of 60 pounds, and to have the physical ability to stoop, kneel, bend, balance, lift, etc, sometimes in the presence of dust, fumes, and odors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To maintain technology plans and networks to meet the stated needs of the school district.  This includes the repair, maintenance, and upgrading of existing technology and computers, all within the constrains of your Technology Budget
2. To respond to information requests and to provide trouble-shooting to staff in a cooperative, timely manner.
3. To support technology training across the district that will teach staff how to handle their own technology issues.
4. To manage all E-Rate responsibilities and report E-rate status to the superintendent.
5. To maintain an inventory of technology equipment and networks, including hardware and software.
6. To develop recommendations for future technology needs to administration, and formulate the specifications to be used in contractual purchases.
7. To supervise any assigned staff and provide them training with equipment or tools as needed.
8. To implement and follow all district first aid, health, and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
9. To perform other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the superintendent or the building principals.

Oberlin USD 294

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