Director of Technology & Integration

Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton Schools•Janesville, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

By utilizing their proficiency in using current technology resources in an educational environment, the Director of Technology and Integration will provide assistance to classroom teachers in the integration of technology tools and complete oversight of the district's technology infrastructure and all technological aspects.

Requirements

Understands a wide variety of operating systems, such as, ChromeOS, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and others and respective management platforms.
Possesses the ability to acclimate efficiently with unknown technology devices, tools and programs.
Has an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff.
Able to perform these duties with awareness of all district requirements and/or policies.
Bachelor's degree with a background in education preferred.
Two years of experience with technology, systems, or networking preferred.

Nice To Haves

A teaching license is not required; however, licensed teachers are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Facilitates technology training and professional development opportunities for teachers.
Trains teachers in the use of media, equipment, and technology to support technology integration in the instructional program.
Assists in the development, implementation, evaluation, and refinement of programs, services, and initiatives related to technology integration.
Assist in the development, implementation, review, and revision of technology plan as appropriate.
Research new technologies, with particular concern for those to enhance education.
Works with principals and other staff members to implement objectives for technology integration.
Manages the District's website.
Troubleshoots and offers help-desk support.
Performs staff and student training.
Attends various events (e.g., meetings, conferences, training sessions, district information sessions, Board Meetings, administrator events) for the purpose of communicating and/or gathering information required to perform the functions of the job.
Authorizes permissions and individual access to technology applications or services for the purpose of ensuring proper access to technology systems by staff, students, parents, and others consistent with district operating guidelines and regulations.
Communicates technology related activities in a timely manner to all stakeholders.
Directs the installation of technology systems and tools (e.g. hardware, software, systems, wiring, specialized applications and tools) for the purpose of ensuring the safe, timely and efficient installation of technology equipment and services.
Maintains technology equipment and systems (e.g. servers, telephone systems, intercoms, alarms, surveillance cameras, software applications, network) for the purpose of ensuring that systems are functioning properly and effectively in support of district operations and security.
Manages procurement, inventory and surplus of technology equipment, systems, and related services for the purpose of ensuring that all technology purchases for goods and/or services are consistent with the district's technology objectives, and that equipment is properly inventoried or surplused consistent with local, district, and state regulation.
Monitors technology budget and expenditures for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate and expenses are within budget limits and that fiscal practices and Board of Education policies are followed.
Oversees functioning of the technology operations of the district for the purpose of ensuring an effective, efficient and safe environment, where technology equipment and applications are utilized appropriately and efficiently to support routine administrative and educational functions of the district.
Prepares a wide variety of documents, reports and materials (e.g. reports, policy and procedure documents, emails, memos, correspondence, budget, specifications, plans and drawings, analysis and test results, and cost estimates) for the purpose of providing necessary information to support district operations, including reporting internally and externally to the state or federal agencies, and other entities as required by district, state and/or federal regulations.
Researches outside funding opportunities and grants for the purpose of providing additional funding to enhance technology within the district.
Supports the implementation of operational and educational technology initiatives (e.g. new systems, educational programs, hardware) for the purpose of assisting with delivery and implementation of initiatives, providing support and assistance to others, providing oversight of projects and/or training and providing information to others to ensure successful implementation.
Tests technology applications, tools and programs for the purpose of assessing proposed products, programs or tools to provide feedback for the administrative decision processes, to ensure appropriate acquisition of educational and operational technology solutions and to assist others with these function.
Implements, enforces, and manages cybersecurity practices and protocols.
Research and recommend technology and digital citizenship curriculum.
Performs other duties as assigned.