Durango School District 9-R is accepting applications for Director of Technology for the 2024/2025 school year. Position includes benefits and begins July 1. 2024.
Job Title: Director of Technology
Pay Grade: Administrative Salary Schedule
Job Family: Administration
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Technology
Prepared Date: June 20, 2017; May 1, 2024.
Typical Work Year: 12 months
SUMMARY: Directs, manages, supervises, and plans the activities and operations of the Information and Technologies Department to ensure that technology supports the overall mission and vision of the district to improve student achievement. Directs and oversees the design, configuration, installation and repair/maintenance of network systems, subsystems, and servers. Directs and oversees the planning, coordination, integration, and control of all voice, video, and multimedia technologies used throughout the district. Oversees the work of the Coordinator of Student Information Services to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the Student Information System for data integrity and end user satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency and percentage of time of duties may vary based on building or department assignment.
Direct and supervise the planning, coordination, implementation, procurement, installation, operation, and
maintenance, of the district's Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Network (WAN) and district's hardware and software technical support needs.
Direct and supervise the design of computer networks (e.g. internet, web mail, FTP servers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring effective and efficient operating systems.
Oversee the maintenance of network operations and software applications (e.g. servers, (file, print, application, WEB, database, proxy, etc.), operating systems, district-wide server backup, routine maintenance programs, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient operations.

• Directs department personnel for the purpose of prioritizing project deadlines and ensuring optimal utilization of personnel.
• Oversee the installation of network (client and server) software on a variety of platforms for the purpose of upgrading the and maintaining District WAN/LAN and telecommunications systems.
• Recommend policies, procedures, and/or actions for the purpose of providing direction for the meeting the district's goals and objectives for technology.
• Perform personnel administrative functions (e.g. hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, providing professional development opportunities, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel, and ensuring department outcomes are achieved.
• Develop and maintain the District capital replacement plan related to technology; evaluates, recommends and coordinates the purchase and implementation of necessary computer hardware and/or software.
• Monitor data security to ensure the integrity and reliability of computerized information systems and protects student and staff data in conformance with state and federal laws and district policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in computer science, business or public information, or other acceptable field.
EXPERIENCE: At least 7 years of progressive experience in the development and maintenance of computers and network systems; database development, maintenance, and quality control; creating systems for using data for performance improvement; computer technology repair and service; systems programming; user training; budgeting and management of contracts and contractors.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS: Valid driver's license required. Technology industry certifications.
TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal relations and oral and written communication skills.
• Strong decision making, analytical troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
• Advanced knowledge of computer and network related technologies and protocols.
• Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience with microcomputers, servers, network administration, routers/switches, structured cable systems and WAN design.
• Customer service and public relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience with methods of information processing, storage retrieval and networking.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to promote and follow Board and District policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Microcomputers and general office equipment
• Network hardware and software
• Telecommunications hardware and software
• Structured cable systems
• Microsoft Office application
• Student Information Systems

Durango School District 9-R is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information,
disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to treatment, or employment in educational
programs or activities which it operates, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. For
information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Laura Galido, Compliance Officer, Durango School
District 9-R, 201 E 12th Street, Durango, CO 81301, (970) 247-5411, lgalido@durangoschools.org, or the Office for
Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 Spear Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, (303)
844-5695.