Supports the Chief Information Officer by managing and directing the district’s informationtechnology operations, ensuring the department provides efficient and effective technicalsupport service.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree rooted in or related to the computing sciences or an equivalency of actual work experience is required. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
• 7-10 years of demonstrated professional experience that includes knowledge ofnetwork infrastructure, information management, digital safety and security, andwork with a variety of communication platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project planning and project management skills to support the organization and ensure project milestones, progress and completion information is communicated clearly.
• Skill in strategic thinking and business management.
• Ability to plan for and integrate complex technology programs that includes largescale acquisitions of applications and/or equipment through the RFP and bid process.
• Ability to lead in a manner that inspires staff and guides teams to achieve common goals.

Essential Functions:

• Work with school and department leaders to determine best practices for theimplementation and usage of technology from the classroom to the warehouse.
• Assist with the hiring, evaluation, and management of staff to provide direct andindirect technology services, including network services, information services,telecommunications, technology security, disaster recovery, and necessary hardwareand software.
• Oversee technical projects, documentation, training materials, equipment inventories,license agreements, and technology related contracts in alignment with organizationalGoals.
• Direct daily operations of a department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities,developing standards, and setting deadlines.
• Create and support cross-functional teams for needs assessment, decision-making,technology support, professional development, and other aspects of the districttechnology program.
• Oversee the lifecycle and replacement of aged software and hardware, as well asmanage and oversee the collection, storage, security, and reporting of all dataNecessary.
• Recommend policy, standards, and acceptable use guidelines for technology use.
• Work with vendors and service providers to ascertain emerging technologies andensure best practice and value for all district technology needs.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Facilitates information technology security audits and investigations. Ensurescompliance with federal, state, and local regulations concerning informationtechnology.

Full-Time, 12-month