Director of Technology

Oklahoma Christian Schools•Edmond, OK

About The Position

This position reports to and is evaluated by the Director of Facilities and Operations and oversees matters relating to technology planning, implementation, maintenance, and support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field
Minimum three years experience overseeing IT teams and projects
Strong knowledge of information technology
Experience working in IT operations
A strong, clear Christian testimony (Ephesians 4:1)
A lifestyle of biblical integrity (1 Peter 3:16)
Believe and actively support the OCS Parent Covenant, Statement of Faith, Statement on Marriage and Sexuality, Statement on Diversity and Core Values (all attached)
Have a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian School teaching (Romans 12:7)
Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others (1 Peter 5:2)
Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in all personal and professional matters
Actively involved in church (Hebrews 10:24-25)
Follows Matthew 18 principle in dealing with interpersonal conflict
A spirit of dedication, teamwork, flexibility, and responsiveness
The ability to respond to counsel (Proverbs 13:18)
The ability to work in a team environment (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)
Effective communicator
The ability to focus, manage time, and organize to carry out essential job functions in a timely manner
Demonstrate a sensitivity and ability to interact effectively with staff, parent, volunteers and students
Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity and optimism (Philippians 4:6-7)
Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents and staff by treating others with courtesy, patience, friendliness, dignity, and respect (Romans 12:10)
Use acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speak with clear articulation.
Respectfully submit and be loyal to constituted authority (Titus 3:1)
Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy.

Responsibilities

Model victorious Christian living to students and families (Philippians 2:1-5)
Pray for students, parents, staff and entire OCS community (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
Ensure that a biblical, Christ-centered perspective is integrated into all aspects of the technology office
Provide organizational and spiritual leadership for the technology office staff
Adheres to all policies and procedures governing the operation of the school
Maintain an excellent working knowledge of all policies, procedures, and handbooks
Respect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents or staff
Attends and arrives punctually to scheduled devotional, committee and faculty meetings
Maintains professional dress and appearance as specified in the Employee Handbook
Represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to its constituency
Maintain professional and effective relationships with the administrative team
Recommend hiring and dismissal of technology employees
Delegate and assign responsibilities to technology office staff
Supervise and evaluate the performance of technology office staff
Ensure technology employees are encouraged, developed, and supported
Coordinate with the administrative team to organize and implement professional development opportunities
Effectively communicate with students, parents, faculty, and staff as needed
Coordinate with Director of Facilities and Operations to maintain clean, safe, and functional technology space
Monitor and adhere to the annual technology budget through collaboration with the Director of Finance, Director of Facilities and Operations, and Headmaster
Oversee purchasing of technology related items and ensure purchases align with the OCS technology plan and budget
Maintain clear records for accountability and auditing purposes
Guide OCS in the planning and implementation of technology
Meet with principals, and other administrators to evaluate current programs, assess needs, and prepare for future implementations of technology and school based technology instructional goals
Lead the technology committee in designing the technology plan to guide technology and meet ACSI requirements
Stay current with trends in education and technology to make recommendations for the direction of OCS technology
Guide principals and teachers in effective technology use
Oversee technology infrastructure to provide a secure and productive network
Evaluate internet, content filtering, and virus protection providers annually
Upgrade and maintain servers, switches, and fiber optics
Prepare for network expansion according to the technology plan
Prepare backup procedures and disaster recovery plan
Analyze departmental business requirements to determine technology needs
Coordinate with principals and technology staff to offer technology related professional development for staff
Coordinate instruction and documentation for the effective use of technology
Oversee instruction to encourage technology integration
Oversee data management needs of the school
Guide the standardization of data entry for the student information system
Provide yearly updates and maintenance of student data for student information system, library systems, and emergency communication system
Support use of the student information system
Install and update software
Follow software licensing requirement and maintain licensing records
Properly dispose of old hardware
Oversees phone system and serves as a liaison between OCS and Nobel
Support the broader program of the school by attending extracurricular activities when possible. (Back to School Worship night, Big Bash, Saints 5K, Drama production, Athletic Events, Band performances, Fine Arts night, Carnivals, etc.)
Treats all school owned technology (hardware and software) with respect, care, professionalism and in accordance with the Technology Use Agreement