Position Type:

  Technology

 

Location:

  Wilkinson County School District

 

Date Available:

  ASAP

 

  Position Summary:

 

The Technology Coordinator is responsible for a technology program that ensures the proper accountability for: technology funds; technology professional development; required technology reports and plans; coordination of technology across all programs; a safe, secure, and fully operable network and data management. The Technology Coordinator shall carry out assigned responsibilities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws according to applicable rules and regulations, and perform all duties as may be assigned to the position by law, by the school superintendent, board of education, local government, and by rules and regulations of the MS State Board of Education.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide direction to the District on the selection and purchasing of instructional technology, software, and audio-visual materials

Plan, prepare, and maintain the annual budget for instructional technology, audio-visual and technology center operations

Manage the acquisition, placement, use, maintenance, repair, and security of computers and related equipment throughout the District

Coordinate the ordering and distribution of all technology-related audio-visual materials and software

Work to seek alternate sources of funding

Responsible for coordinating outside funding sources and title grants

Coordinate the installation, repair and maintenance of computer equipment, technology systems and networks

Coordinate the installation, repair and maintenance of telecommunications systems including video, data, internet and distance education

Plan and manage the configuration and timely maintenance of the entire network infrastructure including equipment, servers, PC’s, operating systems and network filtering systems

Maintain an up-to-date inventory list of all computer hardware and software used in the district

Address technical problems that arise related to computer software and hardware

Respond to concerns of parents, students, citizens and staff to increase understanding of policies and practices to keep them informed and involved with school district technology

Develop positive relationships with staff, administrative team, agencies of the community and other educational organizations

Maintain relationships with outside resources for technology services

Perform all other duties as assigned

Minimum Educational Requirements:

Experience as a network administrator

Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent experience with continuing education preferred

At least 3 years of teaching experience using computers and technologies

Demonstrated knowledge of integration of technology in curriculum or job duties

Demonstrated knowledge and skill in administering networks and computer systems

Network platform training or experience

Specific knowledge in areas of design, installation, implementation techniques and administration of school technology