Information Technology Manager - Job #2992

Sierra Vista Unified School District • Sierra Vista, AZ

6d • $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Located in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! Award-Winning District 8 Outstanding Schools Competitive Salaries Incentives Paid Holidays & Leave Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources Culture of Caring & Support Apply Today & Make a Difference in Students' Lives. QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent, and minimum of two years of post-secondary education Experience in K-12 public education preferred Relevant IT certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, ITIL, etc. preferred Three years’ experience in computer software applications and database applications and design, hardware installation/configuration of computers and peripherals using multiple protocols One year of experience in a supervisory or direct management role within a diverse information technology department or group in the past five years Experience leading, developing, implementing, and operating technology solutions in a complex systems and operational environment Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong leadership and management skills. Professional written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and record-keeping skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently. Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and repair hardware and software. Understanding of network architecture and ability to configure and maintain servers, firewalls, routers, switches, and other network devices. Knowledge of networking and connectivity as related to T1 and Fiber architecture. Ability to coordinate with others to schedule work activities to meet due dates. Ability to take initiative and work independently. Ability to work under pressure and within many areas of responsibility at one time. Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members. Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service skills. Ability to operate standard office equipment and database software programs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations. Ability to understand and maintain students’ and parents’ rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students. Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures. Disclaimer: The following duties are not intended to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility performed by employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, and minimum of two years of post-secondary education
• Three years’ experience in computer software applications and database applications and design, hardware installation/configuration of computers and peripherals using multiple protocols
• One year of experience in a supervisory or direct management role within a diverse information technology department or group in the past five years
• Experience leading, developing, implementing, and operating technology solutions in a complex systems and operational environment
• Knowledge, skill and or experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies or be willing to receive training in those strategies
• Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and repair hardware and software.
• Understanding of network architecture and ability to configure and maintain servers, firewalls, routers, switches, and other network devices.
• Knowledge of networking and connectivity as related to T1 and Fiber architecture.
• Ability to coordinate with others to schedule work activities to meet due dates.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and within many areas of responsibility at one time.
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members.
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and database software programs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Ability to understand and maintain students’ and parents’ rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students.
• Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level.
• Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in K-12 public education preferred
• Relevant IT certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, ITIL, etc. preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for the development, operations, services, and continuous improvement of the district information systems and technology, both at the district and building level.
• Supervise and direct the activities and performance of assigned personnel and cultivate a collaborative, solution-oriented culture in the Department.
• Serve as an advisor and technical consultant with district and school leaders to coordinate technology initiatives efforts across the district and make recommendations on maintenance contracts and equipment for replacement or repair.
• Implement security measures that protect the privacy of district, staff, and student data and ensure measures are in place that limit student and staff access to prohibited internet content.
• Administer the financial system access management and permissions, to minimize access and ensure audit compliance.
• Provide guidance and quotes to district personnel for all technology purchases.
• Oversee and administer the District web filtering applications.
• Prepare, maintain and monitor the IT inventory and budget as it pertains to purchase and/or repair of hardware, software, wiring projects, and telephone systems.
• Facilitate integration of services from site to site.
• Monitor the progress of major district technology projects, to include facility closures, moves, and other major problem resolution.
• Establish policies and procedures as they relate to education technology in the District, to include IT operations and IT housekeeping.
• Facilitate technology in-services and training for staff.
• Provide oversight and technical assistance with connectivity problems, networking and servers.
• Assist computer technicians with software and hardware problems.
• Establish a recurring after-hours maintenance window for server updates.
• Oversee the routine installation, upgrade and maintenance of computer software, hardware and equipment components of the District computer systems, networks, peripherals, CDs, etc.
• Ensure the technological requirements of District departments, schools, and/or other end users are being met in a timely and efficient manner.
• Prepare and submit Technology Grants to include E-Rate.
• Prepare applicable Federal, State, and local reports and requests for information.
• Assist in the maintenance of existing telephone and voice mail systems.

Benefits

• SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees.
• Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED