Job Details
| Region: | 2 |
| School District/Employer: | Taft ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
| Position: | Director |
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| Job Title: | Director of Technology |
| School: | Taft ISD |
| Campus Description: | Taft ISD is a school district outside of Corpus Christi with an enrollment of approximately 850 students and 200 employees. |
| Date Posted: | 2/1/2023 |
| Deadline: | 2023-03-03 |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Major Responsibilities and Duties: Technology and Information Management Analyze complex business needs presented by schools and administrative departments, and develop and implement technical solutions. Explain technology solutions to senior management through presentation and advocacy. Manage, direct, and assign priorities and personnel to major projects to ensure attainment of district and department goals and objectives. Develop and implement district standards and specifications for hardware and software use, and computer networking. Devise, develop, implement, and maintain systems of internal controls, emergency and backup procedures, proper licensing, system upgrades, and disaster recovery plans to ensure integrity of information, security of databases, and internal network access control. Oversee support between the education service center and district staff, including programming, application support, and end-user support. Policy, Reports, and Law Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of information management and technology. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. Participate in the research of and application for technology-related grants or revenue sources. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Budget and Inventory Develop and administer the information technology budget based on documented needs, and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely. Coordinate the purchase of all computer hardware, software, and supplies; initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies. Personnel Management Prepare, review, and revise technology department job descriptions. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of technology department employees. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office environment with frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress |
| Qualifications: | Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelors degree in computer science or related field Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of computer network, hardware, and software applications Knowledge of computer applications development and implementation Ability to manage budget and personnel; coordinate district function; implement policy and procedure Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to interpret data Experience: 3 years of experience in supervision and management of an information systems department for an organization |
| Salary Range: | $62,496 - $82,845 |
| Benefits: | 226 Day Contract Free $10, 000.00 Life Insurance Low Cost Health Insurance Low Cost Supplementary Insurance: Vision, Dental, Disability and Cancer |
| How To Apply: | Go to www.esc2.net under Employment or click on the following link: https://www.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/job_board_form?op=view&JOB_ID=0000743269&COMPANY_ID=00014030&redirect_qs=&redirect_qs=APPLICANT_TYPE_ID%3D00000003%26COMPANY_ID%3D00014030 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Manuel Lunoff |
| Email: | manuel.lunoff@taftisd.net |
| Address: | 400 College Street |
| City: | Taft |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78390-2702 |
| Phone: | (361) 528-2636 x2232 |
| Fax: | (361) 528-2223 |