Director of Technology

BERTIE COUNTY SCHOOLS

Job Description

(Class descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification.
They cannot include and are not intended to include every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee)

JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT: Instructional Technology

GRADE: Central Office Administrator Salary Schedule

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent/ HR & Operations

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associates or Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field.
2. Preferred masters degree in Instructional Technology (current NC Teaching Certificate 077) or a related field.
3. 5 years of experience in technology services with technology management experience.
4. Demonstrated professional experience in a technology leadership role.
5. Experience overseeing budgets and essential knowledge of fiscal management procedures.
6. Experience in maintaining a LAN/WAN.
7. Experience with yearly E-RATE submissions for CAT1 and CAT2.
8. Must possess comprehensive knowledge of and experience in multi-platform multi-OS environments IT security and cyber security standards and administration of an information system network for an organization.
9. Experience in developing systems procedure documentation short and long range plans and needs assessments.
10. Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) certification Certified Educational Chief Technology Officer (CeCTO) or CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is preferred
11. Must possess excellent communication skills across departments and position levels. Able to present reports and information to a wide variety of stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Implements the technical components of the BCS technology plans
2. Develops maintains and implements district networking and WAN resources desktop devices and telephony infrastructure
3. Manages Active Directory server-based networking environment.
4. Manages physical network.
5. Supervises technical support program and technical support staff.
6. Managed district Helpdesk and work order system ensuring timely response.
7. Provides on-site assistance to staff in the support of technology resources.
8. Provides on-site assistance to staff in the support of technology resources.
9. Manages telephony infrastructure communications planning and management.
10. Uses technology to support physical security and student safety.
11. Provides on-site assistance to staff in the selection of technology resources and solutions.
12. Works with system-level personnel to assess and plan for new technologies.
13. Facilitates planning and implementation of local and wide area networks.
14. Investigates and disseminates information on best practices for technology integration.
15. Communicates with technology vendors.
16. Supports school staff in the operation of instructional and administrative technology systems.
17. Supervises district wide inventory of assets.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to the Director of Technology Services job classification within Bertie County Schools.

Work in this classification is considered medium physical work requiring the exertion of up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Must be able to:

• Walk lift reach stoop sit squat bend stand grasp balance climb kneel crouch and type for extended periods of time up to 10 hours
• Prepare read comprehend and analyze a variety of complex forms reports spreadsheets maps plans records documentation and correspondence in all languages required by the job
• Speak to individuals or groups of people with poise voice control and confidence
• Respond adequately to inquiries or complaints
• Write using standard convention in all languages required by the job
• Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagrammatic form
• Communicate effectively and efficiently in all languages required by the job using whatever communication device or system is required (telephone Braille)
• Use/interpret job related terminology mathematical formulas and functions effectively and efficiently
• Deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions maintaining effective working relationships
• Perform under stress deal with persons acting under stress and adapt when confronted with emergency situations
• Be sensitive to cultural differences among individuals and groups of persons
• Operate a motor vehicle
• Operate/use a variety of job specific office machines and other office equipment
• Manage multiple high priority initiatives in a fast paced highly technical environment
• Successfully perform the planning directing reporting and administrative responsibilities of this position

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal. The work is performed in the Central Office and schools.

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HR Representative

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Director