Technology Director SY 24-25

AZTEC MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

Director of Technology

Job Summary

Provides strategic, systematic, and operational leadership, vision, and technical skills regarding all technology operations and services for the entire district. Provides decision making, maintenance, administration, configuration, training, and troubleshooting for district technology and information systems. Leads the Technology Department and Technology Committee. Provides technical support and assistance to district personnel.

Reports To: Deputy Superintendent of Operations

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D

• Four Year Degree in a Related Field and/or Five Years of Related Experience

• Possession of or eligibility to obtain a valid New Mexico Driver's License

• Current Fingerprint-Based Criminal History Background Check

Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills, Friendly Presence, and Helpful Attitude

• Ability to Form Positive Working Relationships with a Variety of Personalities

• Ability to work alone or with a team to accomplish given tasks

• Excellent Reading, Writing, Analytical, and Critical Thinking Skills

• Excellent Organizational Skills with Project Management Experience

• Demonstrated Public Relations Skills

• Knowledge of and Experience with Word Processors, Spreadsheets, Presentation Software, Databases and Online Applications

• Knowledge of and Experience with Anti-Malware Software

• Knowledge of and Experience with Common Peripheral Devices such as Printers, Speakers, Microphones, Projectors, Monitors, Scanners, and Cameras

• Knowledge of and Experience with Servers, Common Server Services, Client-Server Applications, and Backup Systems

• Knowledge of and Experience with Networks and Common Network Devices such as Routers, Switches, Firewalls, Traffic-Shaping Devices, Wireless Access Points, Content Networking Devices, System Analysis Tools, and Appliances

• Knowledge of and Experience with Data Formatting, Manipulation, and Verification Tasks such as Importing, Exporting, and the use of Scripting and Programming

• Ability to Troubleshoot Problems Independently, with Minimal Supervision, while Keeping Supervisor and Other Team Members Properly and Fully Informed of All Relevant Issues

• Ability to Collaborate with Colleagues and Work Toward Common Short and Long Term Goals

Desired/Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of and Experience with Microsoft Office Applications and Google for Education Products

• Knowledge of and Experience with Cisco Network Devices

• Knowledge of and Experience with Microsoft Server Operating Systems, including Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2012

• Knowledge of and Experience with Microsoft Client Operating Systems, including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8

• Knowledge of and Experience with Microsoft Hyper-V and/or VMware Virtualization Technologies

• Knowledge of and Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy

• Knowledge of and Experience with Web and Content Filtering

• Knowledge of and Experience with Door Access Control Systems

• Knowledge of and Experience with Basic Web Site Maintenance Tasks

• Knowledge of and Experience with Intercom and Clock Systems

• Knowledge of and Experience with Telephony Systems

• Ability to Learn and Master New Tasks Quickly

• Knowledge of and Experience with PowerSchool, Power Teacher, and PowerSchool Parent Portal including Administration, Installation, Configuration, Customization, End-of-Term and End-of-Year Procedures, Maintenance, Operation, Reports, Scheduling, Troubleshooting, Training, and Database Management

• Knowledge of and Experience with New Mexico Public Education Department Reporting Coordination, Processes, and Requirements including STARS, SOAP, Grad-Cohort, Dropout, and HQT

• Knowledge of and Experience with Coordinating the E-Rate Process

• Knowledge of and Experience with Purchasing and the New Mexico Procurement Code

• Knowledge of and Experience with Education-Focused Peripheral Devices such as Assisted Listening Systems, Document Cameras, Interactive Whiteboards, Interactive Tablets, Interactive Tables, Interactive Displays, and Immediate Response Systems

• Knowledge of and Experience with Long-Range Technology Planning

• Ability to Evaluate and Deploy Appropriate Technological Solutions for Various Business and Education Related Problems and Scenarios

• CompTIA A+ Certification or Equivalent (Some exceptions may apply)

• CompTIA Network+ Certification or Equivalent (Some exceptions may apply)

• CompTIA Server+ Certification or Equivalent (Some exceptions may apply)

• CompTIA Security+ Certification or Equivalent (Some exceptions may apply)

• CompTIA Project+ Certification or Equivalent (Some exceptions may apply)

• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Certification or Equivalent (Some exceptions may apply)

• Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification or Equivalent (Some exceptions may apply)

• Four Year Degree in a Related Field, or Equivalent Combination of Related Education and Experience

• Experience Supervising Personnel

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides strategic, tactical, and operational leadership, vision, supervisory, coordination, and technical skills which will promote exemplary technology operations and services for the entire district

• Provides operation, maintenance, administration, configuration, training, and troubleshooting for district technology and information systems

• Leads the Technology Department and Technology Committee

• Provides technical support and assistance to district personnel

• Maintains computer, server, network, application, and web security, both internal and external

• Guides the use of technology in the district

• Maintains, supports, and troubleshoots intranet, extranet, and Internet web sites.

• Operates, monitors, maintains, configures, customizes, supports and troubleshoots all district communications services and applications, including telephony, WAN, LAN, intercom, and cloud services

• Interfaces with district employees, contractors, the New Mexico Public Education Department, and other outside agencies to monitor the successful submission of STARS and other required state and federal reporting

• Supervises the operation, maintenance, configuration, support, and troubleshooting of the student information system and other line-of-business databases and applications

• Oversees, monitors, troubleshoots, and configures all district remote access and cloud service applications

• Conducts training for all district personnel, students, and parents/guardians when needed

• Assists in the documentation and management of all help desk tickets using the automated help desk system

• Compiles, updates, and maintains technical documentation

• Assists other Technology personnel with duties as needed

• Begins/continues education and professional development using various resources including college, correspondence courses, E-Collaboration, E-Learning, seminars, trade shows, peer-tutoring, and on-the-job-training

• Follows all Board of Education, District, and Technology Department policies, procedures, and District administrative handbooks

• Monitor and supervise the implementation of the district's long range (typically 3 and/or 5 year) technology plan(s)

• Plan and coordinate district staff development as it relates to issues of technology

• Undertake and/or coordinate contracting minor/major maintenance/repair of equipment and systems

• Approve and/or coordinate all technology-related purchases within the district

• Approve and/or coordinate technology hardware and software usage within the district

• Operate as a liaison between the school district, the New Mexico Public Education Department, and any other entities relating to technology

• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Oversight of Technology Staff Department, Shared Oversight of School Site Techs

Confidentiality

Due to the sensitive nature of this position and access to academic, personnel, and financial records, the highest degree of confidentiality is required.

Communication and Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical and business procedures, periodicals, journals and governmental regulations.

• Ability to assist with preparation of reports, correspondence, and grants.

• Ability to communicate effectively with both end-users and technical staff.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, students, peers and community.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, students, staff, peers, parents, and community

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely

• Ability to use computers and other technology to accomplish job responsibilities

• Ability to perform tasks quickly and efficiently and follow verbal and/or written directions

• Ability to work around congested areas

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule around job responsibilities

• Ability to be mobile in a crowd

Analytical and Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in written, verbal or diagram form, and deal with abstract variables.

Temperaments

• Ability to teach others, work with people and influence people in their opinions, attitudes, and judgments.

• Ability to perform a variety of duties.

• Ability to work with people who express conflicting opinions.

• Ability to solve problems, make sound judgments and reach conclusions.

• Ability to express personal feelings professionally, and perform effectively under stress.

Calculations

• Simple copying, addition, counting, subtraction

• Ability to divide and multiply

• Understanding the metric system and conversions

• Fractions, decimals, and percentages

• Statistics, Use of graphs

• Use of base 2 (binary) and base 16 (hexadecimal) number systems and associated mathematical operations

• Advanced mathematics

• Theoretical application of statistics and complex math

Language

• Ability to read and understand product labels, policies written at the 10th grade level, and the ability to follow verbal or demonstrated instructions.

• Ability to explain simple directions, copy data from one form to another

• Complete form letters or answer routine correspondence

• Composes correspondence independently

• Read and interpret complex technical material

• Can prepare complex reports and documents as required

• Ability to speak at meetings and before groups in an articulate manner using prepared materials and on a spontaneous basis

Reasoning Ability

• Routine, repetitive tasks with simple instructions

• Ability to follow detailed instructions that require few changes

• Ability to follow detailed procedures with several potential variables

• Problem solving ability and interpretation of events required for practical matters.

• Ability to accurately interpret behaviors and nonverbal communication and act on decisions

• Logical or deductive thinking required frequently

• Creative, innovative solutions to job problems

Physical Attributes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee may occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must possess and maintain a current driver's license. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff.

The employee is subject to district, community, regional, state, and national business travel to attend meetings, conferences, seminars, and other events as necessary. The employee conducts work during day and evening hours as necessary. The employee may be subject to attending evening board meetings.

Certificates, Licenses

Must possess or be eligible to obtain a valid New Mexico driver's license.

Terms of Employment:

• 12 Month Contract

• Subject to 24-Hour call

• Salary and work year per the Aztec School District Approved Salary Schedule

Evaluation

Performance of duty will be evaluated at least annually in accordance with Aztec School Board Policy.

Physical Rating Level

This position will require the employee to function at a "Medium" physical capacity as defined by Worker's Compensation Statutes. "Medium" physical capacity indicates the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or up to 25 pounds frequently.

Physical Requirement Details

Work Actions

Finger Dexterity

C

Sitting

F

Standing

F

Walking

F

Repetitive Motions

Hand

Right: F

Left: F

Both: F

Foot

Right: F

Left: F

Both: F

Grasping: Hand

Right: F

Left: F

Both: F

Fine Manipulation: Hand

Right: F

Left: F

Both: F

Use of Head and Neck

Static

F

Flexing

F

Rotating

F

Work Positions

Bending

F

Squatting

F

Crawling

R

Climbing

F

Reaching

F

Vision

C

Activities

Unprotected Heights

R

Driving Automotive Equipment

R

Around Machinery

R

Temperature Extremes

R

Noise and Vibration

R

Hazards

R

Dust, Fumes, Odors, Chemicals

R

Balance and Coordination

R

Definitions: R = Rarely = 1% to 9% of a 7.5 hour day

O = Occasionally = 10% to 33% of a 7.5 hour day

F = Frequently = 34% to 66% of a 7.5 hour day

C = Continuously = 67% to 100% of a 7.5 hour day

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees in this job classification. Updated 02/2024