Executive Director of Technology Services

JOB TITLE : Executive Director of Technology Services WAGE / HOUR STATUS : Exempt

REPORTS TO : Chief Communications & Information

Technology Officer

DEPT. / SCHOOL : District Wide DATE REVISED : January 2022

PRIMARY PURPOSE :

Responsible for all aspects planning developing directing coordinating and maintaining technology systems. Provide technology vision and leadership for developing and implementing initiatives with emphasis on integrating technology-based teaching and learning in all classrooms. Strategic focus is on long-range planning of all information processing and telecommunication systems (voice video and data) and operations. Responsible for preparing and recommending the technology budgets. Provides a leadership role in the continuous improvement business and student related technology based processes and technology infrastructures to achieve a more efficient and valuable use of technology-based instructional and administrative investments. Manage technology hardware and software assets and cost life cycles.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Education / Certification :

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field

Masters Degree in Educational Technology preferred

Special Knowledge / Skills :

• Experience with E-Rate administration
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with school administrators teachers and vendor representatives
• Ability to organize people meetings and events
• Ability to develop and maintain documentation of systems and methods
• Ability to stay current with evolving technology industry best practices and educational applications
• Strong overall knowledge of computers and operating systems mobile devices wired and wireless networks database administration and reporting software system architectures LAN / WAN / Cloud connectivity and protocols web development and administration and technology licensing arrangements
• Knowledge of PEIMS Student Information Systems TEA Accountability System Financial and ERP systems and K-12 district administration
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience leading and managing people
• Strong focus on a safe and secure learning environment and the improvement of student academic performance
• Proven track record leading a diverse team and effectively contributing to cross-functional organizational improvement

Minimum Experience :

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Supervise develop and evaluate the performance of technology department staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS : Mental Demands :

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy procedures and data; maintain composure under stress

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Frequent district and occasional statewide travel in personal vehicle; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; perform computer installation maintenance and repair in a variety of district locations; moderate lifting and carrying.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 12 - 12