Technology Director

Bangor School Department is committed to fostering a dynamic and innovative learning environment that prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world. We believe in the transformative power of technology in education and are seeking a visionary Director of Technology to lead our district’s efforts in integrating and maintaining technology in our schools.

The Director of Technology will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of technology strategies that enhance teaching and learning across our district. This role requires a forward-thinking leader with a passion for educational technology, a strong understanding of current trends, the ability to lead a team and effectively communicate with educators, administrators, and school partners.

At Bangor School Department you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational experience of our students and staff. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to drive innovative change in our schools.

Key Responsibilities:

1. As head of the IT department, the Director confers with school administrators, teachers, office and maintenance staff to plan strategically for future IT developments and coordinates the implementation of technology initiatives, system upgrades, and maintenance with the overall goals of assuring systems integration and alighning IT capabilities with the organizational and educational objectives of the school department.
2. As the leader of the internal IT team, the Director supervises team members and is responsible for managing and maintaining the day-to-day operations of the IT infrastructure. Working closely with the database management staff, technicians, classroom integrators, and technical consultants, the Director prioritizes system needs, establishes work roles, and allocates tasks. A strong teamwork ethic is emphasized with a high level of respect for the users of IT systems in the school department. The Director oversees help-desk support responses and user training.
3. The Director engages with vendors, suppliers, software and hardware technical support services, and external consultants to specify and purchase IT assets, ensure the productive operation of the IT infrastructure, and manage warranty programs. The Director maintains working relationships with the Maine Learning Technology Initiative program and the Maine School and Library Network.
4. The Director is responsible for maintaining up-to-date documentation of the IT system infrastructure, practices and policies, software licensing compliance, system hardware and software inventories. The Director promotes best practices and compliance with regulations relating to data security, the Child Internet Protection Act, and the school department's acceptable use policy for computers and the Internet.
5. Monitors network operations and performance. Track trends in IT systems use. Develop needs assessments and plans for future expansion, resource development, and disaster recovery.
6. Oversees the ordering, receiving, configuration, and deployment of new and re-purposed computer hardware.
7. Administers the day-to-day operation of the Windows server environment supporting the school department networked applications, IT services, security components, data backup routines and student information systems.
8. Establishes configuration specifications for computers and other IT hardware and software for various use cases in the school department.
9. Generates purchase requests for technology purchases. Manages vendor choice by pricing, specifications, and bids. Works with vendors to coordinate ordering, delivery, configuration, and setup of hardware and software products.
10. Generates and oversees technology budget, working closely with Central Office staff.
11. Is knowledgeable regarding technology requirements of the Maine Department of Education. Ensures a high level of accuracy with data and closely monitors changes. Effectively communicates those requirements to administrators and personnel responsible for the data entry.
12. Manages the web content filtering systems in compliance with school department policies and the federal regulations in the Children’s Internet Protection Act.
13. Oversees network and system data security strategies and responses to security issues.
14. Oversees the maintenance and operation of the IT physical plant, fiber demarcations, wiring cabinets and closets, the server room and the configuration of network switches and connection to Internet service provider.
15. Investigates and applies for education technology grant opportunities that align with the Bangor School Department goals.
16. Performs other duties or projects as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Schools or designee.
    
    Why Join Us?
    
    At Bangor School Department you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational experience of our students and staff. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to drive innovative change in our schools.
    
    Bangor School Department is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.