TITLE:  Director of Technology & Technology Infrastructure Construction

CLASSIFICATION: Administrative - Exempt

REPORTS TO:  Associate Superintendent

SUPERVISES:  Computer Technicians

SUMMARY:  To serve as the administrative leader in the development, implementation, and coordination of the District’s technology program as a support to the continuous improvement of the Riverside educational community and the achievement of district goals.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITES

Responsible for day to day oversight and development of the following functions:

1. Construction IT Planning and Design
2. Technology Strategic Planning
3. Telephone Network
4. Network Design and Engineering
5. Database Management and Desktop Support
6. Website and Online Applications
7. Software Applications
8. Student Information Systems
9. Printer Services
10. Data Storage and Backup
11. GIS/Transportation Databases
12. Audio and Video Systems
13. New funding sources and Grant-writing Efforts
14. Video Production and Broadcast
15. Staff Technology Training
16. Research, evaluate, and make recommendations for hardware and software supporting district instructional technology program.
17. Assist with developing K-8 technology curriculum
18. Develop, direct, monitor and evaluate technology needs for Riverside Elementary School District in collaboration with the School Principals and other District Administrators.
19. Establish ongoing technology plan to accommodate changes in education and information management for future academic and administrative needs.
20. Develop, implement, and monitor all budget matters concerning district technology in collaboration with the Associate Superintendent.
21. Establish and implement department policies, procedures and guidelines regarding work standards in the IT Department.

22. Provide supervision and evaluation of computer technicians; ensure that standards for quality and quantity of work are met.
23. Analyze department workflow and staff duties to recommend reorganization or departmental realignment.
24. Establish a hardware and software tracking system; supervise placement and security of equipment.
25. Communicate effectively with staff about technology issues, updates and staff development opportunities.
26. Monitor District practices to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and District Acceptable Use Policy.
27. Manage and take full responsibility for the E-Rate application process for the District.
28. Provide grant writing support and expertise to all technology grant-writing opportunities for the District.
29. Assure the integration of all electronic data systems with the District’s strategic plans and existing systems.
30. Contract with technical personnel or vendors to solve problems or improve performance.
31. Participate in technical projects such as writing equipment specifications, requests for proposals and/or developing programs for specified applications or services.
32. Evaluate proposed data processing projects to assess adequacy of existing hardware and recommend purchase of software and equipment.
33. Present IT related issues to Administrative Team, public groups, and Governing Board.
34. Perform any and all job related duties assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree required in educational administration, computer science or a related business field.
• Master’s degree preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certification as Microsoft product specialist or certification as Microsoft solution developer and programming experience preferred
• A valid Fingerprint Clearance Card

EXPERIENCE:

• Five to seven years’ experience K-8 technology in the educational environment preferred.
• Three to five years’ experience managing the Management Information Services, data processing, computers and all computer services in a comparably sized organization.
• Experience in training and/or curriculum development.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• Familiarity with state-of-the-art technology as it pertains to school applications.
• Knowledge of hardware and software resources, organizations, developers and vendors.
• Demonstrated specialized knowledge and ability to work with highly complex situations and procedures.
• High level of English proficiency for completing tasks, telephone communication, and preparation of written correspondence including skills in spelling, punctuation and grammar.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment to set priorities and make decisions.
• Ability to use discretion in handling confidential information.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The work environment is mainly performed in a normal office environment or a computer room, which is often cooler than a normal office setting.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Twelve-month year, Administrative-Exempt; benefits in accordance with Board policy.

EVALUATION:                     

• Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on evaluation of administrative staff.