Technology Officer - Teaneck Public Schools : Job Details

Technology Officer

Teaneck Public Schools

Job Location : Teaneck,NJ, USA

Posted on : 2024-11-13T20:41:44Z

Job Description :
Position Type: TechnologyDate Posted: 9/10/2024Location: DistrictClosing Date: Until FilledHuman Resource Management POSITION DESCRIPTION THE TEANECK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Technology Officer ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Director of Partnerships, Outreach, and Special Projects SUPERVISES: Technology and Information Services Staff NATURE AND SCOPE OF POSITION: The Chief Technology Officer provides leadership aligned with district goals to ensure that resources effectively support teaching and learning throughout the district. The Chief Technology Officer will also provide leadership regarding the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of technology use within the district. The Chief Technology Officer will coordinate the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and instructional practices within instructional technology and library media to ensure that all students meet and exceed the New Jersey-adopted standards. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Hold a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Have at least five (5) years of successful administrative experience.
  • Google Admin Certification (must be obtained within 120 days of assuming position)
  • Experience with supporting: Hosted Applications; Desktop Management Systems; Directory Services and Local Area Networks, Google for Education, Active Directory and GADS.
  • Experience with Operating Systems, Software and Hardward with Apple, PC, and Chrome OS platforms.
  • Strong organizational skills, with an ability to:
  • Make decisions in accordance with established policies/regulations
  • Understand and follow directions while working independently
  • Take technical lead of projects while working in a team environment
    • 7. Motivated individual who demonstrates a high aptitude for technology, with a desire and ability to learn quickly. 8. Outstanding communication skills 9. Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may deem appropriate, acceptable, and legal. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
  • Previous experience as or significant experience working with a Systems Administrator
  • Certifications from Google, VMW, and/or Microsoft
  • Experience with the following: Windows Deployment Server; Deployment Student or similar product for Apple devices; virtual server environments; content filtering; Learning Management Systems; Google Apps in Education; threat detection/removal systems
  • Experience with networking protocols and advanced networking concepts (ie. network switching, routing, and VLANs, School Based Administration
    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Work collaboratively with central office administrators, principals, and teachers to ensure that library media and technology services are effectively implemented throughout the district. 2. Provide support to administrative and supervisory staff. 3. .Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school. 4.. Recommend, implement, support, and manage the latest technology integration and innovation. 5. Works collaboratively with schools and departments to support technology integration and innovation. 6. Identifies and supports instructional applications for technology. 7. Oversees implementation of District Wide instructional technology needs in keeping with current standards in schools and Central Office. 8. Attend required staff meetings and serve, as appropriate, on staff committees. 9. Observe strictly, to avoid the appearance of conflict, all requirements of the School Ethics Act (N.J.S.A. 18A:12-21 et seq.) regarding conflicts of interest in employment, 10. Purchasing and other decisions, including solicitation and acceptance of gifts and favors, and submitting in a timely manner the required annual disclosure statement regarding employment and financial interests. 11. Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Superintendent and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation. 12. Adhere to New Jersey School Law, State Board of Education Rules and Regulations, Board of Education Policies and Regulations, school regulations and procedures, and contractual obligations. 13. Deep understanding of information and instructional technology applied in an educational setting. 14. Ensures that the District's IT Security policies and practices are current in order to protect the integrity of all systems. 15. Provides oversight and direction for integrated data communications networks and the use of integrated database management systems. 16. Designs and implements online quality assurance support programs, including system and database security. 17. Implements and evaluates systems and procedures to protect data integrity, reliability, and accessibility. 18. Evaluate technological changes, emerging technologies, and best practices in computer and communication fields to recommend innovative and cost effective integration of new technologies. 19. Oversees all functional areas of information technology, including software design and development, systems administration, project management, systems testing, and application and network support. 20. Sets standards/guidelines for software development processes and deliverables and measure performance against these standards. 21. Manages the District's centralized technology operating budget and recommends prudent fiscal approaches for long-term hardware and software acquisition and maintenance. 22. Oversees and manages the District's Business Enterprise Applications and Network Services. 23. Recommends for hire, supervises, and evaluates the work of assigned staff. 24. Negotiates and manages services contracts to ensure the best outcomes for District technology investments. 25. Serves as a strategic advisor, functional expert, and thought partner to the Superintendent and executive/management team regarding key data and accountability strategies, initiatives, and technology. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-month position. Salary: Negotiable EVALUATION: The annual performance evaluation will be based upon this position description and any applicable State regulations and/or Board of Education policies.
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