Director of Technology

Company: Chester County Intermediate Unit
Location: Downingtown
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

At the present time, a vacancy exists for a Director of Technology within the Innovative Educational Services division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. This position is located at the Chester Upland School District in Chester, PA.--This is a temporary position (3 years) to be assigned by the CCIU to the Chester Upland School District.

Summary of Position:
The Director of Technology provides leadership in the development, implementation and coordination of technology services for the client district. This position will make recommendations on improving efficiencies through a combination of eliminating unnecessary systems, using cost-effective alternatives and streamlining processes. The Director of Technology is responsible for the overall coordination, implementation, and maintenance of all computer services and technology as well as providing technical leadership regarding contemporary applications of computer technology used throughout the school district. The Director of Technology must be a strategic thinker with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.


Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or a technical discipline such as computer science, information services or related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Five years' experience working in technology required; three--of which must be--in an educational environment
• Previous experience as a K-12 school district technology director strongly preferred
• Five years' experience in managing technology projects
• Experience training others on computers
• Experience in Help Desk Software (Spiceworks, etc.)
• Knowledge of academic environment, procedures and policies required
• Current police, child abuse & FBI Fingerprint clearances required
• Clearance as a MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and Federal Government required--(conducted by CCIU upon hire)
  Competencies:
  • Problem Solving/Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Technical Capacity
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Ability to work independently or with others
  • Communication Proficiency
    Duties & Responsibilities:--
    • Perform an assessment of existing technologies and make recommendations for performance and cost efficiencies
    • Lead the technology department from an operational and instructional standpoint
    • Provide escalation, backup support and serve as a technical mentor to other IT staff
    • Evaluate, procure and implement new technologies that are cost effective and beneficial to the district, including a new firewall and district-wide phone system
    • Manage and monitor the department budget and research other funding opportunities for the purpose of providing additional funding to enhance technology within the district
    • Maintain existing departmental policies and develop new ones that best meet the needs of district and all stakeholders
    • Collaborate with district leadership to develop professional development for district staff and training for students
    • Supervise assigned technology staff
    • Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
      Salary Range 2020/2021 School Year:--
      Administrators; Band 18. $115,163 - $143,954; based on experience.
      
      Administrative Staff Benefits:
      • Excellent medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage at minimal to no cost to employee
      • Up to $1,500 annual contribution towards cost of long-term care insurance policy
      • If benefits are--not needed, up to $18,789.84--in annual opt-out payments available
      • Life insurance in amount of 2.5x annual salary paid by CCIU
      • Long-term disability insurance effective 31st day of illness/injury
      • Travel and Accident Insurance policy through CCIU - Additional $100,000 in event administrator passes away as result of accident
      • Self-Insurance Account - Annual Board contribution of $5,000 available in lump sum or semi-monthly installments
      • Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System
      • Worker's Compensentation
      • New employees start with a minimum of 20--vacation days, 12 sick days, and 3--personal days annually; unlimited accumulation on sick days
      • Tuition reimbursement - 100% of 15 credits per year
        
        Schedule:
        Monday- Friday; 260 days/year (12 months); 7.5 hrs/day
        
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        Equal Opportunity Employer
        Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.
        
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