POSITION: Chief Information and Technology Officer
ORGANIZATION / LOCATION: Office of Chief, Information and Technology Officer
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools
REVISION / REVIEW DATE:
JOB CODE:80
UNION: Executive
CLASSIFICATION: Executive
GRADE: 8
POSITION SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, the incumbent of this position will be directly responsible for the development, implementation and operation of technology systems that support the delivery of instruction and the efficient management of central office and support functions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plans, develops, directs, coordinates,
and maintains an IT (information
technology) infrastructure, architecture, and program that supports the Board
of Education and Superintendent's commitment to using IT effectively
and efficiently in an integrated manner for both instructional and
administrative functions; directs the daily operation of teams and units
reporting to his/her office to assure efficient implementation; Provides technology vision and
leadership for developing and implementing IT initiatives supporting school
system goals with emphasis on integrating technology-based teaching and
learning in all classrooms; Prepares the IT portions of the school
system's operating IT initiatives with emphasis on integrating technology-based
teaching and learning in all classrooms; Provides a leadership role in improving
the school system's business processes and IT infrastructures to achieve a more
productive, efficient, and valuable use of information and technology-based
instructional and administrative investments within the system; Provides technical oversight and
instituting controls for information technology contractual services; Institutes quality controls such as a
system of check and balances with contractors, consultants and others who share
in the process of IT development within the school system; Performs the day-to-day operational
aspects, including ensuring that information technology systems are fully
operational and integrated where appropriate; overseeing IT purchases,
implementation, and various related services including information security; Advises the Superintendent of Schools on information
technology matters; and Serves as an advocate and agent of
change within the school district and works with divisions, departments, and
offices to assist them in applying technology to their respective areas of
responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS Substantive general experience which
provides a good basic knowledge of the principles of organization, management,
and administration; Demonstrated ability to analyze and
decide among alternative solutions to current and anticipated IT needs, in
light of the financially limited resources, and the need to acquire systems
that can be put into operation quickly and efficiently; Ability to communicate orally and in
writing; Ability to direct, coordinate, train,
and integrate the work of a staff of professional, technical, and clerical
personnel; Ability to interact and establish
interpersonal relationships with people at all levels; and Ability to represent the Superintendent on information technology matters.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred, with emphasis on Computer Engineering, Computer Systems Development, Network Administration or a related field with experience in the area of technology application, in either an educational or private sector setting; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: None Required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Developing policy for the organizational unit; overseeing and providing guidance to staff.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Normal
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: None.
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