Technology Assistant

ISD 361 Director of Technology

Job Description:

ISD 361 is seeking a Director of Technology to provide leadership and assume management responsibility for the direction, coordination, integration and implementation of technology across all school district buildings and departments. The Director of Technology will be responsible for planning, purchasing, installing and maintaining physical technology systems of the District in a condition of excellence enabling full educational use of technology at all times in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and requirements. Ideal applicants are collaborative and someone who enjoys working in a progressive and fast paced environment. This technology leadership role is responsible, but not limited to, a range from strategic and long range planning and implementation of system­wide technology implementation and solutions, to providing one­ to ­one, and group training and support.   Experience working in the education field is important for understanding how technology supports educational outcomes, where technology funding sources can be accessed, and that a culture of collaboration and creativity can support success overall. ISD 361 has two educational campuses and additional facilities and grounds that support transportation, athletics and activities.  This job reports to the Superintendent and serves on the district senior leadership team.

Essential Functions of the Technology Director:

● Attends and facilitates various events (e.g. meetings, conferences, training sessions, district information sessions, Board Meetings, administrator events, etc.) for the purpose of communicating and/or gathering information required to perform the functions of the job and serve the district.

● Authorizes permissions and individual access to technology applications or services for the purpose of ensuring proper access to technology systems by staff, students, parents and others consistent with district operating guidelines and regulations.

● Communicates technology related activities, updates and changes, in a timely manner, to all stakeholders.

● Leads and directs the installation and maintenance of technology systems and tools (e.g. conversions, hardware, software, systems, wiring, specialized applications and tools) for the purpose of ensuring the safe, timely and efficient installation of technology equipment, programs and services.

● Maintains district technology equipment and systems (e.g. servers, telephone systems, intercoms, alarms, surveillance cameras, software applications, network, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that systems are functioning properly and effectively in support of district administrative, safety and educational operations.

● Manages procurement, inventory and surplus of technology equipment, systems and related services for the purpose of ensuring that all technology purchases for goods and/or services are consistent with the district’s technology objectives, and that equipment is properly inventoried, repaired or surplused consistent with local, district and state regulations.

● Monitors technology budget and expenditures for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate and expenses are within budget limits and that fiscal practices and Board of Education policies are followed.

● Oversees functioning of the technology operations of the district for the purpose of ensuring an effective, efficient and safe environment, where technology equipment and applications are utilized appropriately and efficiently to support routine administrative and educational functions of the district.

● Prepares a wide variety of documents, reports and materials (e.g. reports, policy and procedure documents, emails, memos, correspondence, budget, specifications, plans and drawings, analysis and test results, and cost estimates) for the purpose of providing necessary information to support district operations, including reporting internally and externally to the state or federal agencies, and other entities as required by district, state and/or federal regulations.

● Researches outside funding opportunities and grants for the purpose of providing additional funding to enhance technology within the district.

● Supervises assigned assistant technology staff (e.g. hiring recommendations, interviewing, training, evaluations, etc.) for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and meeting operational requirements.

● Supports the implementation of operational and educational technology initiatives (e.g. new systems, educational programs, hardware, etc.) for the purpose of assisting with delivery and implementation of initiatives, providing support and assistance to others, providing oversight of projects and/or training and providing information to others to ensure successful implementation.

● Tests technology applications, tools and programs for the purpose of assessing proposed products, programs or tools to provide feedback for the administrative decision processes, to ensure appropriate acquisition of educational and operational technology solutions and to assist others with these functions.

Desired Qualifications: ● Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate for this position (Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Management, Educational Technology or other equivalent disciplines), preferred.

● Minimum 5 years progressively responsible experience in the development, installation and maintenance of information systems.

● Strong understanding and experience setting up, configuring, and managing network components. Not limited to managed switches, manage of multiple vlans on the network, manage an enterprise wireless network with multiple AP’s, manage network operating systems. ● Strong understanding and experience working with active directory, group policies, security groups, and network logon scripting.

● Setup and operational knowledge of Google, Windows 7, Microsoft Server. Linux server and Mac OS X experience/knowledge advantageous.

● Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ­ability to narrow down the cause of an issue and determine a solution.

● Demonstrated ability to communicate with and work well with all levels within an organization specifically working effectively within the culture and processes used in educational organizations.

● Highly organized with strong project management and time skills, and drive to meet organizational and departmental objectives; ability to manage projects on interrelated time lines.

● Knowledge of classroom technology including SmartBoards, clickers, document cameras, sound systems, projectors, cameras, etc. a strong plus.

● Knowledge of student data systems (i.e. Infinite Campus), a strong plus.

● Basic understanding of HTML and website development and maintenance required within a Google for Education Domain.

● Proven ability to negotiate and work with vendors and consultants.

● Proven ability to work effectively with parent, community and staff on various organization wide, and Technology Advisory Committees.

● Experience supervising and collaborating with staff.

● Ability to be flexible during the new construction and lead the technology decision making process.

● Ability to work in an ever-growing school district environment that is updating current best technological practices for school district systems of design, teaching and learning and educational delivery methods to serve today’s educational profession and learners.

● Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a vast array of district staff.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; work on call and after hours. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes benefits