Director of Technology

Director of Technology

Reports to: Superintendent

Qualifications

The Director of Technology should possess:

Technical Skills:

1. Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and SIS operating systems.
2. Experience as a troubleshooter regarding technology used with PC’s, networks, and communications.
3. Familiarity with advanced cybersecurity protocols.
4. Experience installing and maintaining camera systems and related technology.
5. Willingness to keep abreast of current technology.

Personal Skills:

1. Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively schedule multiple projects or tasks to       meet simultaneous deadlines.
2. Ability to maintain a positive approach despite conflicting deadlines, shifting priorities, and simultaneous work demands.
3. Ability to develop positive working relationships with all staff and administration.

Other Requirements

1. Clearance on background check that is satisfactory to the Administration.
2. Possess positive character traits that are student-centered.
3. Possess ability to interact and communicate effectively with others.

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, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Functions

1. Provide an advanced level of technical expertise in technology planning; developing standards; and supporting personal computers, local area networks, wide area networks, television, communications, and related technologies within the district.
2. Coordinate, perform and/or help with the installation of networks, hardware, software, television, cable, satellite, telephone and related technologies.
3. Coordinate, perform and/or provide technical assistance on technology-related equipment and software.
4. Maintain local and wide area networks.
5. Maintain, procure, and manage all licensing for all programs and applications used by the District.
6. Maintain electronic mail service and Internet connection.
7. Maintain all District technological programs and administrative software, including SIS.
8. Maintain television, cable, and satellite systems.
9. Maintain the telephone, intercom, bell/clock systems, and camera systems and networks.
10. Do onsite troubleshooting and repairs.
11. Implement and test data backup and disaster recovery plans.
12. Interface with vendors on technology purchases.
13. Research and make recommendations regarding technical options available that will benefit the students and staff of the district.
14. Oversee user account management, including permissions, creation and access control.
15. Aid teachers in lesson preparation and coordinating technology applications with instructional goals.
16. Work with the Curriculum Committee to implement technology into the curriculum.
17. Organize training programs on the use of software applications, hardware, and specialized technology equipment.
18. Assist in training students on hardware, software and specialized technology.
19. Maintain equity and consistency of technology throughout the district.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demands

The individual who holds this position is regularly required to walk, hear and speak and must have close moderate and distance vision ability. This individual must be able to travel between district facilities. The position may require a moderate amount of travel.

The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Conditions and Environment

The work environment is consistent with a typical office environment.

Evaluation of Performance and Employment

The evaluation of performance will be conducted by the Superintendent. The Director will be considered for employment at the regular March meeting of the Board of Education, as per the recommendation of the Superintendent.

Type of Position

12 months, Exempt

The Woodland R-IV School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex national origin, ethnicity, disability, sex orientation, or perceived sex orientation.