Job Details
| Region: | 2 |
| School District/Employer: | Corpus Christi ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | , |
| Position: | Director, |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Director for Information Systems |
| School: | Technology Services |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 4/26/2024 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | FUNCTION: Directs and manages the student, business, and PEIMS data processing, systems and operations, application programming services, and intranet and WEB portal presence for the district. Provides timely and efficient computer services to all campuses and administrative departments, and operates the office of information systems consistent with Board Policies, administrative regulations and procedures and within the requirements of regulatory agencies. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS: Instructional Management Ensures that data processing and computer services are supportive of the instructional goals of the District. School or Organization Morale Promotes a positive, caring climate for learning. Deals sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds. Employs effective interpersonal skills. School or Organization Improvement. Assesses and responds to needs related to job responsibilities. Contributes to the recommendation of sound policies directed toward program improvement. Designs feasible projects for implementing innovations. Personnel Management Prepares, reviews, and revises job descriptions in the Office of Data Systems. Develops training options and/or improvement plans to ensure the best operation in the area of data processing. Evaluates job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness. Makes sound recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal. Follow Human Resource guidelines as it deals with employees. Management of Administrative, Fiscal, and Facilities Functions Directs and manages the District's Information Systems Department. Demonstrates responsible fiscal control over assigned budgets. Ensures that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently. Compiles budgets and cost estimates based upon documented program needs. Implements the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the data processing area. Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records, and other documents as required. Plans and conducts need assessment for growth and improvement of the District's computing and networking services. Ensures that computer systems and applications are maintained and upgraded as necessary. Designs and provides computer services to District personnel. Provide leadership and direction for application development and support for web and application services, data integration, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application services, PEIMS, Business Information System (BIS), and Student Information Systems (SIS), including budgeting, and planning. Responsible for setting a company's technological goals and making sure those goals are met on time. Duties could include hiring and training Information Systems staff, developing technical standards and evaluating whether new technologies will suit a company's business needs. Student Management Demonstrates support for the District's student management policies and expected student behavior related to computer services. Professional Growth and Development Develops professional skills appropriate to job assignment. Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible manner as defined in the TEA Code of Ethics for Educators. School or Community Relations Articulates the District's mission to the community in the area of data services and solicits its support in realizing the mission. Demonstrates awareness of District/community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs. Demonstrates the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises and evaluates the performance of data system specialists, computer operators, PEIMS staff, software developers, and support staff assigned to Information Systems, as well as WEB portal and intranet designing/administration staff. Open door policy with staff members and communication with them in person not just via email. WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; ability to coordinate District functions; ability to maintain emotional control under stress; able to exercise sound judgment in appraising situations and making decisions; calm and self-assured during challenging and stressful situations; District-wide travel; occasional out-of-District travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Ability to receive information and/or instruction from internal/external customers through spoken expression. Ability to manipulate tools/equipment/keyboards. Ability to convey information and/or instruction to internal/external customers through spoken expression. Ability to perform work while standing and/or walking for extended periods, up to eight (8) hours a day. Ability to see detailed information, naturally or with correction. This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate. The pay grade, pay code, and work year listed are intended to be informational and not contractual in nature. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. |
| Qualifications: | Education Certification Required: Bachelors degree in Computer Science with emphasis in management information systems and computer applications Preferred: Master Degree Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of database design, Object-Oriented and procedural languages, Web design and development. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in software development adhering to the software development life cycle techniques. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in project management using project management tools. Knowledge of the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) data Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies related to student discipline and attendance Knowledge of positive discipline support programs Ability to disseminate information to individuals and groups Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and laws Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to mediate, problem solve, and resolve conflict Knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Networking (WAN), ability to work with the Director of Technology Support Services. Technology Proficiency: Level 5 - Specialist (Expert in): Multiple computer operating systems Network design Hardware productivity Software productivity Systems analysis Software development PEIMS Student Systems Business Systems Multiple programming languages Management and support of student and financial systems Experience: Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience managing applications software development. Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a large-scale data processing installation in a multi-campus organization with a strong understanding and running of student system, business system (e.g. PowerSchool, Synergy, NEO). In addition, working with PEIMS accounting. Minimum of 5 years working in the large school district in a technology service area. Minimum of 5 years managing 10 or more employees Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in decision-making, operational management, customer interaction, collaboration on teams, strategic initiatives, and individual productivity. Minimum of 5 years of experience working with the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) data Preferred: Minimum of 10 years of experience managing a large-scale data processing installation in a multi-campus organization with a strong understanding and running of student system, business system (e.g. PowerSchool, Synergy, NEO). In addition, working with PEIMS accounting. Minimum of 10 years working in a large school district in a technology service area. Minimum of 10 years managing 20 or more employees Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in decision-making, operational management, customer interaction, collaboration on teams, strategic initiatives, and individual productivity. Minimum of 10 years of experience working with the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS) data |
| Salary Range: | GRADE / STEP: INTA/308 SALARY: Salary range is $354.22 to $494.20 daily (individual daily rate calculation is based on applicable experience). See the CCISD Salary Schedule handbook for information regarding initial salary placement. DAYS: 226 START DATE: Upon Hire |
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| How To Apply: | https://jobs.ccisd.us/winocular/workspace/wSpace.exe?Action=wsJobsMain&JobPosting=00008418 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Debbie Cruz |
| Email: | debbie.cruz@ccisd.us |
| Address: | P.O. Box 110 |
| City: | Corpus Christi |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78403-0110 |
| Phone: | (361) 695-7405 |
| Fax: | (361) 886-9109 |