There is an opening for Director of Technology Operations in the East Irondequoit Central School District.
This position is 12-months working Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
Responsibilities are, but not limited to the following:
Engage administrators, teachers, and appropriate staff to ensure the effective and appropriate use of technology throughout the District
Provide strategic leadership and operational support for district initiatives
Ensure that training documentation and resources for all district-used hardware and software are current, accessible, and relevant
Plan for, upgrade, and maintain district network infrastructure and equipment to meet instructional, operational, and administrative objectives
Develop and administer the Information Technology Department budget, including all technology-related resources and services contracted through BOCES, aligned with district goals and priorities
Act as the Districts' Data Privacy Officer and manage the District's program of data security, including compliance with Education Law 2-d
Ensure the District applies for and receives all eligible E-rate funding
Oversee and maintain accurate inventory records of all district technology assets
Review and manage maintenance and service contracts to ensure mission-critical infrastructure, hardware, and software have appropriate service-level agreements to minimize downtime
Ensure continuous availability and functionality of the district emergency communication system
Manage district telephone systems, voicemail systems, overhead paging systems, lockdown systems, and all audio/visual systems in schools, auditoriums, and cafetoriums
Provide oversight and support for all major enterprise systems, including the Student Management System, Finance System, Learning Management System, and other department-specific systems
Consult with instructional staff, vendors, and distributors regarding technology solutions that enhance teaching and learning
Attend and actively participate in meetings hosted by the BOCES Regional Information Center and BOCES Educational Communications Center for collaboration and information sharing
Research, analyze, and remain current on emerging technologies and best practices related to educational technology
Develop and manage strategies for the acquisition, deployment, installation, and upgrading of computer hardware and software
Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and communication of a standardized district hardware and software platform and long-term technology strategy
Ensure the District maintains a viable and tested business continuity and disaster recovery plan and incident response plan that are updated and reviewed on a regular basis
Assign, supervise, and direct personnel engaged in special technical projects and ongoing technology operations
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools
Additional Attributes Preferred:
Thorough knowledge of software and hardware capabilities and limitations as they relate to instructional and administrative needs in a school district
Ability to assess district and user needs and recommend appropriate technology solutions
Ability to coordinate and conduct training for staff and administrators
Ability to conduct research and remain current on trends in educational technology
Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports, budget documents, and correspondence
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with staff, administrators, vendors, and external partners
Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, dependability, and attention to detail
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position