Technology Director

Provides administrative leadership for school system technology programs and systems.

Conducts staff meetings and trainings to promote efficient functioning of the technology program.

Demonstrates the ability to multi-task, to delegate appropriately, and to prioritize tasks efficiently.

Maintains confidentiality of any Board of Education business, its staff, and its students.

Attends board meetings and work sessions and prepares reports for the board as needed. Page 1 of 3

Represents the school system at technology conferences and demonstrates the ability to present and promote St. Clair County technology initiatives and needs.

Supervises the technology staff in planning, designing, purchasing, maintaining, upgrading, protecting, repairing, installing and implementing technology components and systems.

Coordinates purchasing of software and hardware under the guidance of the CSFO; develops, maintains, and monitors the system technology plans and budgets.

Investigates and proposes new policies and procedures related to school system technology.

Analyzes and remedies functionality problems with the technology hardware, software, and data systems.

Formulates, initiates, and maintains firewall systems and technology security policies.

Monitors school compliance with technology policies and applicable laws and regulations (data governance, etc.) and makes needed recommendations to school administrators related to compliance issues.

Directs the professional development of technology staff to maintain current training, licensure, and/or up-to-date job performance.

Oversees the creation and implementation of the St. Clair County School System Technology Plan.

Collaborates with the Elementary and Secondary Curriculum Coordinators about technology use within the classrooms.

Maintains a record of repairs completed, parts used/needed and other appropriate documents.

Assists in writing grants associated with technology program acquisitions and improvements.

Collaborates with Human Resource Coordinator with evaluating and hiring staff according to school system policies, procedures, and time lines.

Provides plans for maintaining technology system updates, software licensing, and other required technology-related equipment.

Establishes and maintains appropriate back-up disaster recovery procedures for technology systems.

Collaborates with Operations Director to meet with State inspectors for building inspections.

Collaborates with Operations Director to work on building construction and design as needed to implement effective technology systems.

Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.

Lifts equipment up to fifty (50) pounds. Page 2 of 3

Operates school system-owned vehicles in accordance with state law and school board policy.

Reports potential problems, unusual events or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.

Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns, and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.

Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.

Properly uses and cares for tools, equipment and materials resources of the school system and effectively supervises and monitors others in the care, maintenance and use of tools, equipment, and inventory.

Serves on school system committees, task forces, and representative groups as required.

Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with board policies and procedures.

Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.

High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in computer-related field preferred

Experience and familiarity with various computer operation systems (i.e., Windows, Microsoft, Macintosh, etc.)

Experience in troubleshooting computer hardware and software, technology systems installation, configuration, safety filters, and components

Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

Effective leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills and ability to be an instructional leader across multiple settings.

Ability to work collaboratively as a team member with large and/or diverse groups.

Proficiency in oral, written, and electronic communications with the ability to produce, lead, and deliver presentations to various stakeholders.