Technology Director

Applitrack; Granger (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack seeks a Technology and Creative Development/Network Administrator to lead the Information Technology Department for the district. You will oversee strategic planning, deployment, and use of technology district-wide, ensuring secure and efficient IT operations.

The role requires strong leadership, budget management, and the ability to translate complex tech needs into actionable plans for senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• Knowledge of computer networks, hardware, and software applications.
• Experience managing budgets and personnel; coordinating district functions; implementing policy and procedure.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret data.
• Two years of supervision/management experience in an information systems department.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex district IT needs and develop/implement technical solutions.
• Manage projects by prioritizing and directing personnel to achieve district goals.
• Develop and enforce district standards for hardware, software, and networking.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls, backups, licensing, upgrades, and disaster recovery plans.
• Support safety tech equipment and district operations.
• Maintain district website and social media with required information.
• Coordinate education service center and district staff IT support.

Skills

Network knowledge

Hardware knowledge

Software applications

Applications development

Budget management

People management

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

• Position Type:
  Technology and Creative Development/ Network Administrator
  

Responsible for the overall management of the Information Technology Department and strategic planning of technology systems districtwide. 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

Two years of experience in supervision and management of an information systems department for an organization

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• 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.
• Assist Safety Coordinator and Director of Operations in maintaining, navigating, researching andfacilitating technological equipment used for the safety of the district (ex. Cameras, access controlled doors, etc.)
• Maintain district website and social media with legally required information, necessary information, and visually appealing content.
• Oversee support between the education service center and district staff, including programming, application support, and end-user support.
• Provide administration duties in support of overall success of educational organization.
• Provide technological onboarding and functionality support of all software and digital curriculum components.
• Provide support and run all communication tools for district personnel (telephone support).
• Provide oversight and lead all recording, posting, and production of assigned district events (board meetings, etc.
• Provide administrator on duty support for technological matters in relation to all district technology needs.

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 assistant roles.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise, evaluate, and recommend necessary technology department contracts/vendors.

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

*This position will not meet the executive exemption test if the employee supervises fewer than two full time employees.