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Job Title:         Director of Technology                   Exemption Status: Exempt/Professional
Reports to:      Superintendent                                Pay Plan/Pay Grade: AP/4

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for the overall management of the Information Technology Department and strategic planning of technology systems districtwide. Provide expertise and direction in the development, deployment, and use of information technology in the district.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in computer information systems, computer science, or Technology Applications (preferred)

Valid Driver's License

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of computer network, hardware, and software applications
• Knowledge of computer applications development and implementation
• Ability to manage budget and personnel; coordinate district function; implement policy and procedure.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interpret data.

Experience:

Three years of experience in supervision and management of an information systems department (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Technology and Information Management

1. Analyze complex business needs presented by schools and administrative departments and develop and implement technical solutions. Explain technology solutions to senior management through presentation and advocacy.
2. Manage, direct, and assign priorities and personnel to major projects to ensure attainment of district and department goals and objectives.
3. Develop and implement district standards and specifications for hardware and software use, and computer networking.
4. Devise, develop, implement, and maintain systems of internal controls, emergency and backup procedures, proper licensing, system upgrades, and disaster recovery plans to ensure integrity of information, security of databases, and internal network access control.
5. Oversee support between the education service center and district staff, including programming, application support, and end-user support.
6. Responsible for student device refresh cycle.
7. Organize and distribute 1:1 device for student technology equipment or materials.
8. Cybersecurity Annex: System Defense, Incident Action, and System Recovery
9. Troubleshoot student, teacher, and parent portal (ASCENDER).
10. Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of information management and technology.
11. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
12. Participate in the research, input of, and application for E-rate Grant and other technology-related grants or revenue sources.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Instructional Software

1. Responsible for assisting district personnel with troubleshooting, extracting data, printing, and submitting reports.
2. Responsible for anything else needed to manage any critical instructional support programs.
3. CTAC-Upload student and counselor information
4. TEKS Calendar- Platform Administration, System Integration, Data and Cleanup Management, and Technical Support. 

Budget and Inventory

1. Develop and administer the information technology budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely.
2. Coordinate the purchase of all computer hardware, software, and supplies, initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
3. Personnel Management
4. Prepare, review, and revise technology department job descriptions.
5. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, and make recommendations related to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

Other

1. Continuous cooperation and communication with district/campus administration, directors and department managers.
2. Help create Senior Video
3. Attend board meetings and set up sound and video.
4. Set-up sound system and provide network support if needed for home football games, concerts and presentations
5. Security Cameras-Install, maintain, and oversee security camera infrastructure.
6. Door Access-Troubleshooting door access and user access.

7. Provide training twice a month to front office personnel and administration on lockdown procedures. 

   Supervisory Responsibilities:

   Supervise and evaluate IT Department employees 
   Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
   Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; camera; video camera
   Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
   Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
   Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over); occasionally heavy lifting and carrying (up to 100 pounds)
   Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office environment. May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide and statewide travel
   Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
   Terms of Employment:
   Primary Location:  District-Wide
   Administrative/Professional Pay Plan/Pay Grade 4
   Salary Range: $72,313(Minimum) - $85,075(Midpoint) / Per Year 
   Shift Type: Full-Time
   Term of Employment: 226 days
   NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please complete all sections of the application including the work history.
   The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
   The information contained on this document may be translated at your convenience, please contact Nessa Lozoya (Human Resources Generalist) at (915) 886-6504 or
   Fernando Garnica (Executive Director of Human Resources) at (915) 886-6501.
   La informacin contenida en este documento puede traducirse a su conveniencia, por favor comunquese con Nessa Lozoya (Generalista de Recursos Humanos) al (915) 886-6504 o Fernando Garnica (Director Ejecutivo de Recursos Humanos) al (915) 886-6501.
   The Anthony Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis prohibited by law.
   El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Anthony no discrimina en los programas de educacin o en prcticas de empleo usando el criterio de raza, color, edad, sexo, religin, origen nacional, estado civil, ciudadana, estado militar, discapacidad, informacin gentica, estereotipo sexual o sexualidad percibida, u otra prctica prohibida por la ley.