REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Director of Technology is responsible for managing the successful day-to-day operations of the division technology department. This highly collaborative role will successfully partner with departments across the organization to identify areas of improvement in day-to-day operations, to provide excellent service, and to support instructional programs through technology systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, organize and support the overall activities of information and communication systems, including systems analysis, networks and design as related to the district’s instructional goals, business operations, and instructional technology
Manage the creation and implementation of policies and procedures relating to the social, legal, and ethical issues involving technology use and model responsible decision-making
Implement practices and systems to ensure the privacy and security of organizational data
Solve hardware and software problems and train end-users
Identify, assess, and vet educational technology trends
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, administrators, co-workers, vendors, consultants, and community members
Design and monitor the division technology plan and internet safety program
Update and oversee the development of the district and school websites
Collaborate with instructional leaders to implement and support the Learning Management System, instructional resources, and assistive technology
Establish department functions that support the OCPS vision, mission, and values
Supervise and train department staff
Coordinate expenditures and reimbursements of all federal, state, and local funds including VPSA and E-Rate grants
Purchase, inventory, distribute, and surplus all division hardware and software
Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree required/Master’s Degree preferred in a relevant field
Three years of K-12 educational experience preferred
Experience in the technology field required