Technology Systems Analyst

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District is seeking a Technology Systems Analyst to support the planning and management of technology projects across schools and administrative facilities. You will research technologies, align with stakeholders, and help meet short and long‑term district goals.

The role leads new installations and major enhancements, plans long-term projects, and works with the Leadership Team to forecast resource needs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree; experience planning large-scale projects with budget components.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Experience planning large-scale projects with budgetary components.
• Written and oral communication; Basic Math; spreadsheet and data analysis software knowledge; familiarity with administrative software applications.
• Routine physical activities are required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Advises other departments on technology infrastructure to improve ROI.
• Assist in planning and executing district technology refresh projects and disposal of old tech.
• Assist in evaluating software and updates for district needs.
• Coordinate district-wide training, workshops, and support groups for district technology tools.
• Develop and maintain reports in district databases and assist with report writing.
• Develop documentation for district applications and participate in district Technology Plan initiatives.
• Represent IT on large-scale projects and provide input on hardware/software purchasing.
• Stay current on technology trends and assist staff with web content filtering for safety.
• Attend district meetings to communicate information.
• Facilitate work and communication between IT units and committees.
• Serve as IT resource to schools, businesses, and community to support objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administrators.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Basic Math

Spreadsheet skills

Administrative software

Education

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more.

Join the Muscogee County School District in “Creating We” in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring to our community.

WE recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Job Details

POSITION TITLE: Technology Systems Analyst

FLSA: Exempt

SALARY: $53,844 yearly

WORK DAYS: 240

LOCATION: Division of Information Services/Bradley Technology Center

REPORTS TO: Manaer, Technology Projects and Support Services

Primary Function: The job of Technology Systems Analyst was established for the purpose/s of assisting in the planning and management of technology projects within the schools and administrative facilities of Muscogee County School District; conducting thoughtful research into existing and emerging technologies to educate stakeholders on possible opportunities for improvement and obstacles to avoid; understanding the varying needs of different populations, and addressing those needs in a sustainable and supportable means; budgeting time and resources to successfully meet short and long term goals; communicating clearly and professionally with stakeholders to provide excellent customer service; and maintaining positive relationships with vendors and community organizations to facilitate the completion of projects.

The position serves as a lead on new installations and/or major enhancements to existing technology solutions and programs. Must have experience in planning, leading, and executing long term projects. Ideal candidates will demonstrate critical thinking skills and a history of problem solving. The position also requires the incumbent to employ strategic planning to assist the Leadership Team to determine current and future resource needs. The Technology Systems Analyst position will often represent the division to other county stakeholders, and will need to demonstrate professionalism and the ability to speak and write clearly.

REQUIREMENTS

• 1. Educational Level: Associate’s degree in education, technology, business, or other related field of study; Bachelor’s degree preferred; and experience planning large-scale projects with budgetary component; or a combination of experience and education/training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work.
• 2. Certification/Licenses Required: Valid Driver’s License
• 3. Experience: Please see Education Level above.
• 4. Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• 5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; Basic Math; considerable knowledge in spreadsheet and/or data analysis software; considerable knowledge of a variety of administrative software applications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• 1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• 2. Advises other departments in how to work within the district’s technology infrastructure to achieve their goals for the purpose of increasing the return on investment from technology expenditures.
• 3. Assists in planning and executing the district’s technology refresh projects including the purchase, the use of theft tracking software if available, and the disposal of old technology for the purpose of providing a modern, effective learning environment for students.
• 4. Assists in the evaluation and/or development of software and software updates for the purpose of meeting specific building and support needs.
• 5. Assists in coordinating district-wide training, workshops, and support groups to assist personnel in specific application and use of adopted instructional and administrative technology for the purpose of developing and providing access to technology tools and resources supporting the instructional improvement process.
• 6. Develops and maintains reports in the various district database-oriented systems and provides assistance to personnel and groups in report writing for the purpose of exceptional customer service that exceeds their expectations.
• 7. Develops documentation for district applications for the purpose of implementing key initiatives associated with the district’s Technology Plan.
• 8. Participates as a district resource in large-scale projects for the purpose of implementing key initiatives associated with the district’s Technology Plan.
• 9. Provides input and advice on purchasing of hardware and software, based on user needs and input; evaluates hardware and software; makes recommendations as appropriate for the purpose of actively working to build healthy partnerships throughout the district to better serve our customers in meeting their business objectives.
• 10. Stays current in technology trends for the purpose of providing input to division and district staff needing assistance.
• 11. Works with instructional staff and Data Center Operations on web content filtering for the purpose of providing a safe online environment to students.
• 12. Attends various district meetings for the purpose of communication and/or gathering information.
• 13. Facilitates work and communication between the units within IT for the purpose of developing an effective and efficient work unit.
• 14. Serves on various committees for the purpose of gathering and/or communicating information.
• 15. Serves as an information resource for the IT department to schools, businesses, and the community for the purpose of actively working to build healthy partnerships throughout the district to better serve our customers in meeting their business objectives.
• 16. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.