Director of Technology

Position Type:
Technology

Date Posted:
6/4/2024

Location:
Hattiesburg Public School District

Closing Date:
06/12/2024TITLE: DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY

QUALIFICATIONS:

Background in educational technology both in the workplace or from an accredited institution

Recommended that this person holds an advanced degree in educational administration, technology, or curriculum development from an accredited institution, given the curriculum and pedagogical background requirements

At least three years of supervisory experience preferred

SUPERVISES: Departmental Staff

REPORTS TO: Superintendent or designee

JOB GOAL: The Director of Technology organizes, directs, and oversees education and information technology activities; plans and manages a comprehensive and integrated education and information technology program to deliver cost-effective, reliable, timely, and high-quality educational technology equipment and services; acts as the district's primary authority on education technology issues; coordinates the implementation of the district's technology plan; works collaboratively with central office and school-based personnel to use and integrate educational technology in the instructional program.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including but not limited to:

Establishes the mission of the Department of Technology through and in response to the assessment of district needs and priorities

Directs and participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Department of Technology

Plans, directs, supervises, and coordinates the activities of department personnel

Plan, implement, and maintain a robust network, WAN, and data center to support the instructional and administrative needs of the district

Plan, implement, and maintain data security devices, processes, policies, and strategies

Plan, implement, and maintain cost-effective and sustainable digital device working environment

Participates in curriculum design team meetings and leadership team meetings with other department heads; discusses and reviews overall district issues and priorities; may serve on special task forces or direct the conduct of projects having a general district-wide impact

Assumes a leadership role in developing and implementing the district plan for instructional use of technology

Collaborates with principals, department heads, teachers, and others who will implement the district technology plan

Facilitates meetings with committees to implement the district's technology plan

Understands the district budget, budgeting process, and spending process, and works within this system to secure adequate resources for education technology integration

Oversees preparation and administration of the department's budgets

Manages the allocation and expenditures of funds for the department

Helps ensure that the school-level budgets and the district budget adequately support the district's technology plan

Insures equity when budgeting for and distributing resources

Collaborates with administration and faculty to write grants for the implementation of educational technology

Assists the district in obtaining outside funding by participating in grant planning and proposal writing

Helps develop and maintain sustainable funding for technology and technology infrastructure

Oversees the development and implementation of the district's technology training plan.

Oversees the planning/scheduling of technology training that will facilitate successful technology integration in the classroom

Supports district's assessment team of online and technology-based assessments

Assists with assessment data and student information integration into analytics and other online applications

Assists in the evaluation of software, hardware, and courseware

Participates in district research projects to evaluate instructional use of technology

Stays abreast of educational technology trends and successes of other school districts and technology programs on a local, state, and national level

Designs and encourages pilot projects

Confers with other departments, agencies, public officials, vendors, and contract providers regarding education and information technology projects, programs, plans, and activities.

Disseminates technology-related information throughout the district via newsletters, email, district presentations, etc.

Actively participates in local and regional educational conferences with emphasis on educational technology and instructional/curricular programs

Works to improve the overall quality of education received by students in the district by being an educational change agent

Participates in the development of curricular standards and benchmarks to encourage appropriate use of technology

Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance

Supports the Hattiesburg Public School District Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan

Performs other duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL LICENSES: It is recommended that this individual possess industry-standard certifications that may prove beneficial in the position (e.g., A+, IC3, etc.). This individual must possess and maintain a valid Mississippi driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees

EVALUATION: Annually