Job Title: Director of Technology Reports to: Superintendent
Primary Purpose:To oversee technology in all of the School District buildings. To lead the technology operations of the school system to meet the District technology goals. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems or Computer Science
5-7 years of experience in information services supervisory role and working knowledge of multiple computer systems, networks, telecommunications equipment and software applications. Essential Functions:
Supervises technology department personnel and is responsible for department staffing to include, recruitment, recommending for hire, evaluation, discipline, and staff development.
Participates in district planning and operations to manage technology investment to include infrastructure, hardware and software for all computer systems and equipment operated using technology, and to effectively set and balance technology priorities and efficient technology operations across the district.
Develops and implements operating procedures for the department in coordination with supervisor and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, District policies and Administrative Procedures by technology staff and end users. Reviews and makes recommendations for changes to Board technology policies and Administrative Procedures including those on appropriate use and security credentials.
Maintain current knowledge of new technology developments and trends in instructional technology to and recommend new or innovative equipment to be evaluated for District use.
Oversees the daily operation of the technology department, establishes priorities, and ensures the daily operation of the district’s systems (networks, servers, phones, security, and communication systems). Establishes procedures for and provides end users with support services, ensuring high priority items are given prompt attention.
Implements educational technology initiatives and manages projects to achieve the district’s technology plan and vision.
Provides technology department training as well as district-wide educational technology professional development for teachers and staff.
Administers state reporting submissions; coordinates data collection and input from across systems and departments; and monitors and maintains data integrity.
Develops, reviews and tests district backup systems, data restoration, and disaster recovery procedures and plans.
Oversees the development, design, implementation and integration of new applications and changes to existing district computer systems and equipment operated using technology.
Provides and supports technologies that enable effective and efficient operations.
Negotiates, reviews, recommends for adoption and administers contracts for computing, information technology and communication services and equipment and evaluates vendor performance.Performs other duties as assigned.Performs in accordance with school policy, administrative regulations, state and federal laws.Temperament:
Composure under stress
Ability to work as a team member and independently
Flexibility
Multitasking
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.Specific Skills:
Advanced Computer Skills
Operate office equipment
Planning/organization skillsOther Skills and Abilities:
Follow written and verbal directions
Work with minimal supervision
Exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks
Communicate effectively at all organizational level
Perform duties according to District policies and state and federal regulationsEvaluation:Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the applicable policies of the Ringgold School District.This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee in this position will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required duties.
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