Director of Technology

Director of Technology

Primary Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Business Administrator, to oversee and administer the functions and operations of the school district's Information Technology Systems and technology activities, integrating technology into District functions and education, assessing the effectiveness of school district's technology infrastructure and security, providing recommendations regarding potential hardware and software upgrades, and maintaining the proper functioning of all computer systems.

Essential Functions

• Oversees and manages the school district's Information Technology Systems and technology activities, including the development and administering of the District technology plan.
• Assesses hardware and/or software applications for the purpose of determining appropriate actions to maintain computer and network operations, filtering devises, security, and proper use. Items or projects managed by the technology department includes: telephone, copiers, intercoms, door access, cameras, etc.
• Engages in trouble-shooting and problem solving to diagnosis problems with the school district's computer network systems, hardware, software, and takes corrective action as needed. Performs hands on repairs as needed.
• Completes and manages the departments budget and five year technology plan.
• Seeks out alternative funding and grants to help offset the increasing technology costs (MLTI, COPS, RUS, etc.)
• Designs appropriate technical training materials or workshops for the purpose of training school district employees in the use of computer applications.
• Serves as a consultant to District staff and assists in the use of technology to support instruction and integrate with the District's curriculum and instill in students the concepts of discovery, research and experimentation through technology. (Google, Alertus, NWEA testing, zoom, etc.)
• Develops school district Information Technology policies and procedures, and revises as necessary to ensure internal and external quality controls.
• Researches computer hardware and software applications, vendors, consultants and current technology for the purpose of being knowledgeable on trends, ensuring availability of instructional materials, and recommending applications and purchases.
• Maintains and ensures the reliability of key operating data and databases. (Servers, reveal, NWEA, IC, etc.)
• Maintains records relating to inventory, repair and use of school district computer equipment.
• Manages workloads and supervises all employees in the technology department, including the recruitment, selection, training, professional development and evaluation of staff; makes recommendations regarding goals, provides constructive feedback and takes corrective action if necessary.

• Knowledge of PC and MAC hardware and software.
• Knowledge of sound practices in network troubleshooting.
• Project Management
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding school district financial and other information.
• Ability to work indivually, team oriented, and consensus-building skills.
• Ability to supervise employees and provide clear direction, goals and objectives in a respectful manner.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.

• Demonstrated expertise in use of technology to support instruction.
• Successful experience training others and serving as a resource in use of technology.
• Experience using a network to store, retrieve, and disseminate files and documents to end-users.
• Software troubleshooting experience.
• Successful supervisory experience.