VACANCY NOTICE
DATE: September 3, 2024
POSITION TITLE: Director of Technology
ASSIGNMENT: Districtwide
CLASSIFICATION: Civil Service – Classified Competitive
START DATE: As Soon As Possible
Qualifications:
- Must meet the Civil Service requirements for the Director of Technology title
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or technology-related field, preferred
- Four years of management or administrative work experience in directing and planning for a technology support department, with two years including the direct supervision of technical staff, preferred
- Strong commitment to student learning
- Broad knowledge of instructional technology equipment and applications; on-line services, technology resources, and integration of technology across the curriculum
- Knowledge of the Next Generation Learning Standards and understanding of research based instructional practices
- Such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
Reports to: Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Coordinates: Network Administrator, Assistant Network Technician, LAN Technicians, Computer Services Assistants, Audio-Visual Specialists, Repair Technician, Sysops, and Technology Trainers
Goal: To provide leadership in the implementation and coordination of the District’s technology plan; enhance instruction through technology across the curriculum; and to promote efficiency in the schools through the use of technology.
Performance Responsibilities:
- Works cooperatively with the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Building Principals, and other professional staff in planning and implementing the effective use of technology across the curriculum
- Oversees and manages the departmental vision, initiatives, and budgeting
- Works with professional staff and administration in evaluating and purchasing hardware and software to support the goals of the instructional program, in compliance with Education Law 2-d
- Promotes and coordinates technology training for teachers, students, administrators, and support staff throughout the District
- Oversees the process for installation and purchasing of computer hardware and software, and WAN and LAN networks, in cooperation with the technical support staff
- Oversees all aspects of the District 1:1 program: planning, purchasing, distribution, collection, and facilitation of student assemblies
- Manages, reviews, and develops processes and procedures, as applicable, for the use of the District’s hardware and software
- Plans, coordinates, and implements procedures for Smart Schools Bond Act (SSBA) projects
- Coordinates and chairs bi-weekly meetings of the Technology Department and Facilitates quarterly meetings for the District Technology Planning Committee
- Develops and recommends policies, in conjunction with the Technology Planning Committee, regulating the purchase and use of technology within the District
- Reviews and approves all Technology Department budget requisitions and manages departmental purchasing
- Directs and evaluates the performance of Technology Department staff members in accordance with the current contract
- Attends District Professional Development Committee meetings as necessary to consult regarding technology training needs
- Participates in decision-making about school and District-level activities as a member of Administrative Council
- Acts as District representative to the BOCES Model Schools Committee
- Prepares status reports regarding the technology program for the Board of Education
- Develops and maintains the District webpage
- Supports the Assistant Superintendent in facilitating collaborative learning cycles to analyze local and state assessment data
- Oversees the coordination and transmission of State-required data elements through the development of internal best practices
- Monitor compliance regarding data standards and maintenance of records
- Act as the liaison between the LEA and the regional Level 1 data center
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of data that impact accountability, funding, and public datasets
- Develop custom reports and data dashboards for data analysis using various datasets
- Performs other duties which may be assigned or required by law, code, regulation/board policy
Terms of Employment:
- Full-time, probationary or provisional appointment
- Twelve-month position
- $85,000-$95,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience
- Competitive benefits package offered
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated through written feedback provided by the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
All applicants must submit application information (including a cover letter, current resume, all graduate transcripts, and contact information for 3 professional references) to the RecruitFront application system (https://mexicocsd.recruitfront.com). You will need to set up a username and password before you can apply.
The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical handicap, and any other protected category under federal, state, or local laws. EOE/AA
This position will be filled following Civil Service Law.