There is an opening for Director of Technology Operations in the East Irondequoit Central School District. 

This position is 12-months working Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.  

Responsibilities are, but not limited to the following:

• Engage administrators, teachers, and appropriate staff to ensure the effective and appropriate use of technology throughout the District 

• Provide strategic leadership and operational support for district initiatives 

• Ensure that training documentation and resources for all district-used hardware and software are current, accessible, and relevant 

• Plan for, upgrade, and maintain district network infrastructure and equipment to meet instructional, operational, and administrative objectives 

• Develop and administer the Information Technology Department budget, including all technology-related resources and services contracted through BOCES, aligned with district goals and priorities 

• Act as the Districts’ Data Privacy Officer and manage the District’s program of data security, including compliance with Education Law 2-d 

• Ensure the District applies for and receives all eligible E-rate funding 

• Oversee and maintain accurate inventory records of all district technology assets 

• Review and manage maintenance and service contracts to ensure mission-critical infrastructure, hardware, and software have appropriate service-level agreements to minimize downtime 

• Ensure continuous availability and functionality of the district emergency communication system  

• Manage district telephone systems, voicemail systems, overhead paging systems, lockdown systems, and all audio/visual systems in schools, auditoriums, and cafetoriums 

• Provide oversight and support for all major enterprise systems, including the Student Management System, Finance System, Learning Management System, and other department-specific systems 

• Consult with instructional staff, vendors, and distributors regarding technology solutions that enhance teaching and learning 

• Attend and actively participate in meetings hosted by the BOCES Regional Information Center and BOCES Educational Communications Center for collaboration and information sharing

• Research, analyze, and remain current on emerging technologies and best practices related to educational technology 

• Develop and manage strategies for the acquisition, deployment, installation, and upgrading of computer hardware and software 

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and communication of a standardized district hardware and software platform and long-term technology strategy 

• Ensure the District maintains a viable and tested business continuity and disaster recovery plan and incident response plan that are updated and reviewed on a regular basis 

• Assign, supervise, and direct personnel engaged in special technical projects and ongoing technology operations 

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools 

Additional Attributes Preferred: 

• Thorough knowledge of software and hardware capabilities and limitations as they relate to instructional and administrative needs in a school district 

• Ability to assess district and user needs and recommend appropriate technology solutions 

• Ability to coordinate and conduct training for staff and administrators 

• Ability to conduct research and remain current on trends in educational technology 

• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports, budget documents, and correspondence 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with staff, administrators, vendors, and external partners 

• Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, dependability, and attention to detail 

• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position