Executive Director of Information Technology

Exempt

Executive Director of Information Technology

General Definition of Work
The Executive Director of Information Technology, under minimal supervision, performs senior level work with extensive decision making discretion overseeing the development, implementation, operation, monitoring, and evaluation of the district technology program. This position provides leadership for short and long-range planning for all technology initiatives, vision, goals, program objectives/strategies/activities, infrastructure, staffing, training, evaluation, and budgeting. Employee performs highly advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to a wide variety of programs and activities under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent, Academic Services.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status
State Salary Schedule/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To
Deputy Superintendent, Academic Services

Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Durham Public Schools. Durham Public Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
• Manage district technology plan and budget
• Design and manage all local area networking, computer installations, standard district software and the technical support of these systems
• Oversee selection and installation of infrastructure to support access to all networks
• Plan, design, and manage all wide area networking, email/internet services and the operational support of these systems
• Direct, monitor, and assess services provided by the Help Desk
• Serve as the system contact for Information Technology communication and coordination
• Ensure district technology and student data platform are both consistent with state mandated criteria and structure along with adherence to the Uniform Reporting System
• Plan and coordinate special activities and presentations to promote technology
• Liaison to state government, vendors, business, and technology industry professionals
• Communicate current and emerging trends of technology applications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of public schools
• Comprehensive knowledge of the appropriate uses of technology for instruction and the requirements of the NC Computer Science and Digital Literacy Standards
• Comprehensive knowledge of computer hardware and common software applications
• Comprehensive knowledge of networking hardware and software applications, capabilities and limitations, service requirements and associated costs
• Comprehensive knowledge of communication installations, capabilities and limitations, service requirements and associated costs
• Comprehensive knowledge of cabling infrastructure and electronic components required for networking
• Comprehensive knowledge of the capabilities, limitations and service requirements of mainframe computers and auxiliary equipment
• Thorough knowledge of the school district’s Educational Technology Plan, development methodology and development standards
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related area required
• Master’s degree in Computer Science preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in K-12 or higher education technology preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a NC Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work requires the occasional exertion of up to twenty pounds of force
• Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
• Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
• Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
• Ability to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
• Must be on-call as a regular part of the job

Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.

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