Director of Technology
Monticello Public Schools
1.0 FTE Position
Available July 15, 2022
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Technology provides leadership and vision for developing and sustaining technology services that are in alignment with the District’s purpose and priorities and ensures equity and access for all individuals in the District. Plans, coordinates and supervises the operations of the (IT) Technology Department. Responsible for innovative and integrated use of technology-based solutions throughout the organization.
The selected candidate will have the following essential skills:
- Service orientated leadership of diverse district teams.
- Strong organizational skills and detailed orientation with an ability to plan and prepare.
- Strong understanding of technology integration for instructional and business services purposes.
- Understanding of logistics.
- Strong sense of urgency.
- Keen knowledge of information security
- Strong understanding of Google Suite, admin basics, and security tools.
- Interest in professional growth.
- Experience with employee evaluation and management.
- Education and Experience:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis or major in Business, Education, Information Systems or Equivalent – required, Master’s degree – preferred
- MN Teaching and Administrative licensure – preferred
- Teaching experience and/or experience in education setting – preferred
- CETL Certification – Consortium of School Networking Certified Education Technology Leader Certification – preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in information technology end-user support services or district level administration – required
- Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience – required
- Experience using and managing a team & related technical functions – required
Essential Skills Required:
- Ability to successfully lead district strategic priorities within building goals and implementation
- Establishes a culture for learning by supporting the mission, beliefs and the strategic plan of the district
- Able to assist in the protection of students and school property
- Inspires and engages all staff in relevant learning
- Maintains confidentiality of information about students, staff and families
- Experience working with diverse students and families – experience/training with CLR (Culturally
- Linguistically Responsive) methods preferred
- Strong grasp of instructional and business applications