South San Antonio Independent School District
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Job Description
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Position Type:
Administration/Director
Date Posted:
8/29/2024
Location:
South San Antonio Independent School District
Closing Date:
Until Filled
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Reports To: Chief Academic Officer
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: AP - 6
Department: Technology Department
Employment Contract: 226 Days
Primary Purpose:
Responsible for the overall management of the Information Technology Department and strategic planning of technology systems district wide. Provide expertise and direction in the development, deployment, and use of information technology in the district.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
* Bachelor's 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:
* Three to Five years of experience in supervision and management of an information systems department for a large organization
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.
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 information 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 district-wide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours
* Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
"AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER"
It is the policy of South San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or disability in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and SSAISD's board policies DIA, FFH, and FFI
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